Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty Breach: Indiana Residents Notified
The Hertz Corporation, on behalf of its Hertz, Dollar, and Thrifty brands, reported a data breach impacting Indiana residents. If you received a notification letter, your personal information may have been exposed, and understanding your rights is an important next step.
This breach is real, not a scam. The Hertz Corporation obo Hertz Dollar and Thrifty officially reported it to the IN Attorney General on April 11, 2025.
Reviewed by David S. Harris, Esq., data breach and class action attorney (Florida Bar No. 0112739). Free consultation: 786-306-7278
Received a The Hertz Corporation obo Hertz Dollar and Thrifty notification letter? Find out in minutes if you qualify for compensation.
Free case review- State
- IN
- Breach date
- October 27, 2024
- Reported
- April 11, 2025
The Hertz Corporation, operating the Hertz, Dollar, and Thrifty rental car brands, recently announced a data breach that could affect individuals in Indiana. This incident, reported on April 11, 2025, stems from an event that occurred on or around October 27, 2024. The company has begun notifying those whose personal information may have been compromised.
Receiving a data breach notification letter can be unsettling. It means that your private information, which you entrusted to a company, was accessed by unauthorized parties. While the specific nature of the exposed data isn't detailed, it's crucial to take the notification seriously.
Upon receiving such a letter, carefully read through its contents for any guidance Hertz provides. It is always wise to monitor your financial accounts and credit reports for any suspicious activity. Setting up fraud alerts with credit bureaus can also add an extra layer of protection against potential misuse of your exposed information.
Our legal team is currently investigating this incident involving The Hertz Corporation, Hertz, Dollar, and Thrifty. We understand the confusion and frustration that comes with having your personal information exposed. Our goal is to help you understand your legal options and how this breach might affect you.
If you are an Indiana resident and have received a data breach notification letter from The Hertz Corporation or its related brands, we invite you to contact us. We offer a free, no-obligation case review to discuss your situation and evaluate whether you may be entitled to compensation.
Received the The Hertz Corporation obo Hertz Dollar and Thrifty notification letter? The The Hertz Corporation obo Hertz Dollar and Thrifty case file tracks this filing.
What to do if you were affected
These general steps can help limit the risk of identity theft and fraud after any data breach.
Stay alert to targeted scams
Be cautious of calls, texts, or emails that reference this breach. Legitimate organizations won't ask you to confirm sensitive details through an unsolicited message.
Keep your notification letter
Save the notice you received. It documents that your information was involved and is often needed to enroll in any credit monitoring offered or to join a related legal claim.
The Hertz Corporation obo Hertz Dollar and Thrifty data breach lawyer, lawsuit and letter questions
- Do I need a The Hertz Corporation obo Hertz Dollar and Thrifty data breach lawyer or attorney?
- You don't need to pay to find out. Our data breach attorneys review notices like this one for free, and data breach cases are usually handled on contingency — no fee unless money is recovered for you.
- Can I sue The Hertz Corporation obo Hertz Dollar and Thrifty over the data breach?
- It depends on what was exposed, the law in IN and your own state, and whether you've been harmed. Most people take part through a class action rather than suing alone. Keep your notification letter — it's the proof that connects you to the breach.
- Is there a The Hertz Corporation obo Hertz Dollar and Thrifty data breach class action lawsuit?
- Law firms often open an investigation after a breach notice like this one, and a class action lawsuit may follow. This page doesn't confirm that a lawsuit has been filed against The Hertz Corporation obo Hertz Dollar and Thrifty. You usually don't have to join a class action to be included — if a settlement is reached, class members are notified and can file a claim.
- Is the The Hertz Corporation obo Hertz Dollar and Thrifty data breach letter legit or a scam?
- A notice from The Hertz Corporation obo Hertz Dollar and Thrifty in the mail matches the breach The Hertz Corporation obo Hertz Dollar and Thrifty reported to the IN Attorney General on April 11, 2025. Check that the company name and dates in your letter match that filing. A real notice of data security incident won't ask for your password, Social Security number or a payment — if it does, contact The Hertz Corporation obo Hertz Dollar and Thrifty through a phone number or website you find yourself.
- Did The Hertz Corporation obo Hertz Dollar and Thrifty offer free credit monitoring?
- Look for an enrollment code in your The Hertz Corporation obo Hertz Dollar and Thrifty notice. Companies that offer free credit monitoring after a breach usually include it there, with a deadline to activate. Enrolling does not give up your right to bring a claim.
- How much could a The Hertz Corporation obo Hertz Dollar and Thrifty data breach settlement or claim be worth?
- There is no set amount, and no The Hertz Corporation obo Hertz Dollar and Thrifty settlement is confirmed here. In past data breach settlements, payments depended on what data was exposed and on documented losses — fraud, out-of-pocket costs and time spent dealing with the breach. Keep receipts and records; they're what damages claims are built on.
- Where can I see the official The Hertz Corporation obo Hertz Dollar and Thrifty breach notice?
- The Hertz Corporation obo Hertz Dollar and Thrifty's report is published by the IN Attorney General: https://www.in.gov/attorneygeneral/consumer-protection-division/id-theft-prevention/security-breaches/#the-hertz-corporation-obo-hertz-dollar-and-thrifty-2025 Compare it with the letter you received to confirm the dates and details match.
- What should I do after getting the The Hertz Corporation obo Hertz Dollar and Thrifty data breach notice?
- Keep the letter and the envelope, and note the date it arrived. Freeze your credit with Equifax, Experian and TransUnion, change any passwords the notice mentions, and sign up for any free credit monitoring the letter offers. Then check whether you may have a claim.
Source: IN Attorney General filing
Related data breach cases
- Bozeman School DistrictIndiana
- Bozeman School District
- Teamsters Local 17Indiana
- Teamsters Local 17
- BankIndiana
- Bank
- Big Red LiquorsIndiana
- 5Sites Medical LLCIndiana
- Michigan Financial CompaniesIndiana
- 2Uber Freight US LLCIndiana
- Plateau Excavation IncIndiana
- LPL Financial LLCIndiana
- Hippo Analytics IncIndiana
- Baanx U.S. CorpIndiana