Archway Marketing Services has disclosed a data breach that may have affected customer information. Although state law restricts them from sharing details in the official notice, Archway is offering identity protection and credit monitoring services in response to the incident.
Archway Marketing Services Data Breach Investigation
Archway Marketing Services recently informed consumers of a data breach that could have compromised sensitive personal information. While the exact cause and nature of the incident remain undisclosed due to Massachusetts privacy laws, Archway has confirmed that an event occurred, prompting immediate cybersecurity responses.
Upon discovering the breach, Archway moved quickly to secure its systems and launched a thorough investigation. Although the company has not released specific details about how the breach happened or what data was compromised, they have acknowledged that personal information may have been impacted.
In addition to reviewing and strengthening internal security policies, Archway is now offering 24 months of complimentary identity theft protection and credit monitoring through Cyberscout, a TransUnion company. These services aim to help protect affected individuals from potential identity theft, fraud, or other financial harm resulting from the breach.
This incident underscores the importance of data protection, particularly when sensitive consumer information may have been exposed. Despite the limited public disclosure, the company’s response suggests the breach was serious enough to warrant long-term protective services.
When Did This Breach Occur?
Archway has not publicly disclosed the specific dates of the breach, citing legal restrictions. The breach was recently discovered and notifications are currently being sent.
What Information Was Breached?
Archway did not disclose specific data types involved due to Massachusetts law. However, given the nature of the response—including credit monitoring and identity theft services—the breach likely included:
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Personally identifiable information (PII), such as name, address, or Social Security number
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Possibly financial or contact information
What You Can Do
If you were notified by Archway Marketing Services, take these steps right away:
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Enroll in the 24-month identity theft protection offered through Cyberscout. Archway cannot enroll you—you must do it yourself using the instructions in the notice.
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Monitor your credit reports from all three bureaus at www.annualcreditreport.com.
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Place a fraud alert to warn lenders to verify your identity before approving new credit.
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Consider a credit freeze to prevent unauthorized access to your credit file.
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Watch out for phishing attempts, scams, or suspicious financial activity.
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Report any signs of fraud to your bank, credit bureaus, or the FTC.
If you’re unsure whether you’re affected or what your legal rights are, Class Action U is here to guide you. We help individuals navigate legal options after corporate data breaches.
File a Data Breach Lawsuit Against Archway Marketing Services
If you received a notice from Archway Marketing Services, you may qualify to join a class action lawsuit. When companies collect and store personal data, they are legally responsible for protecting it. Failure to do so—even without immediate misuse, can still create real risks for those affected.
Legal action can help you seek compensation for stress, lost time, or future threats of identity theft. It also sends a message that protecting consumer data is non-negotiable.
Contact us at Class Action U, where we’ll connect you with a lawyer skilled in class action lawsuits. If you’ve been contacted about this breach, received notice, or discovered you were impacted, fill out our quick, easy, and secure form to sign up. There is no cost to reach out to our legal partner and no obligation after speaking with someone from our team.