2nd Swing data breach
Incident readout
- Company
- 2nd Swing
- Reported to
- New Hampshire Attorney General
- Filed
- May 7, 2026
- People affected
- Not stated in the filing
- Incident type in filing
- Not stated
- Our review
- Investigation Open
Was this a ransomware attack?
The filing does not say ransomware was involved. We do not label an incident ransomware unless the company’s report says so. Whatever the cause, the steps to protect yourself and the legal question are the same.
What we know
2nd Swing is a prominent retailer specializing in the sale of new and pre-owned golf equipment and apparel. As a retail entity, the company routinely collects and stores sensitive customer information to facilitate online orders, process payments, and manage loyalty accounts. In 2026, 2nd Swing officially reported a data security incident to the New Hampshire Attorney General, indicating that unauthorized parties may have gained access to their systems. If you received a data breach notification letter from the company, it means your personal information was likely stored within their network at the time of the incident. This notice is intended to inform you of the event and provide guidance on the steps you should take to protect your personal and financial identity.
See every breach reported in New Hampshire or read what to do after a ransomware attack.
After the 2nd Swing incident: what to do and your options
- What should I do after getting the 2nd Swing 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.
- Did 2nd Swing offer free credit monitoring?
- Check your letter from 2nd Swing. If free credit or identity monitoring is offered, the enrollment code and deadline are printed in the notice itself. Using the free service won't stop you from joining a lawsuit or settlement later.
- Can I sue 2nd Swing over the data breach?
- It depends on what was exposed, the law in New Hampshire 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.
- Do I need a 2nd Swing data breach lawyer or attorney?
- Whether the company's systems were encrypted by ransomware or data was simply taken, the legal question is the same: did it protect your information the way the law requires? An attorney can review your notice for free, and these cases are usually handled on contingency.
- Is there a 2nd Swing 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 2nd Swing. 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 2nd Swing data breach letter legit or a scam?
- A notice from 2nd Swing in the mail matches the breach 2nd Swing reported to the New Hampshire Attorney General on May 7, 2026. 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 2nd Swing through a phone number or website you find yourself.
- How much could a 2nd Swing data breach settlement or claim be worth?
- There is no set amount, and no 2nd Swing 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.
Other breaches reported in New Hampshire
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- Sullivan Environmental ServicesNew Hampshire Attorney General · Filed July 31, 2026Count not stated
- City of New Britain, Inc.New Hampshire Attorney General · Filed July 30, 2026Count not stated
- New Hampshire Housing Yardi’s RentCafeNew Hampshire Attorney General · Filed July 30, 2026Count not stated
- Pocket FMNew Hampshire Attorney General · Filed July 30, 2026Count not stated
- Werth Wealth Management, LLCNew Hampshire Attorney General · Filed July 29, 2026Count not stated
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