Garden of Life Data Breach Impacts 43,219 Americans

On December 18, 2024, Garden of Life discovered a significant data breach that had occurred on July 8, 2024.

This breach affected a total of 43,219 individuals in the United States, with specific numbers reported for various states: 3,080 in Texas, 254 in Maine, and 1,295 in Massachusetts.

The breach involved unauthorized access to sensitive consumer information, including:

• Names
• Addresses
• Email addresses
• Credit card numbers
• Debit card numbers
• Expiration dates
• Card value verification (CVV) numbers

The breach was severe, as it exposed critical financial information, putting affected individuals at risk of fraud and identity theft. The company promptly reported the breach to several state attorney general offices, including California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Texas.

Garden of Life's Response

In response to the breach, Garden of Life, LLC has taken several steps to address the situation and protect those affected. The company notified consumers of the breach via U.S. Mail on January 17, 2025. This notification included details about the breach and guidance on how to protect themselves from potential misuse of their information.

Given the nature of the breach, it is advisable for affected individuals to monitor their financial statements closely and consider placing a fraud alert on their credit reports. Additionally, consumers should be vigilant for any suspicious activity in their financial accounts and report any unauthorized transactions immediately.