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Like it or not, digital security has become an intrinsic part of your day. Passwords and even biometric data now affect large chunks of your life—from work to leisure. However, if you get a bit lax with your passwords and hand them out like candy, or you are unlucky enough to get hacked, things can take an uncomfortable turn. There are also uncomfortable moments when you uncover that someone’s been leeching off your account for ages without you realizing it.

Our team at Bored Panda has traveled to the far corners of the internet to compile this list of the biggest password-sharing fails and most unpleasant hacks ever. Scroll down to check them out. If this won’t convince you to keep your passwords strong and secret, then nothing will.

Bored Panda wanted to learn more about why people feel so strongly about their digital privacy, so we reached out to Phil Reed, a professor of psychology at Swansea University and the host of the 'Digital World, Real World' blog on Psychology Today. He was kind enough to shed some light on the issue for us. You'll find his insights as you read on.

#1

My Son Failed To Inform Me That His Ex-Roommate Was A Netflix Freeloader

My Son Failed To Inform Me That His Ex-Roommate Was A Netflix Freeloader

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Fat Harry
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We had a lecture at university where the professor had routinely written "draw" when they meant "drawer". He was drawing (no pun intended) analogies with the Windows user interface. We also had a guest lecturer who kept using the word "rythmn" throughout her slides. Just because someone is educated doesn't mean they can spell (equally, general poor spelling can be an indication someone is not educated...)

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Milan
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I dont get this “i dont have 10 bucks for Netflix”. But he surelly has 50 bucks to get drunk every friday night…

IYAAYAS64
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Our daughter did this. Her college roommate’s were forever on our Netflix. We canceled it

Javelina Poppers
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2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I gave my grandson the access to my Netflix account. I don't know who he shared that with but I checked usage history and there were now several users and they were watching hours of Mexican soap operas and changed the language preference and on the account to Spanish. I hit the log off all devices button and immediately changed the password. Lesson learned.

JL
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And this person has his ex-roommate's parent's phone number?

Lyone Fein
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a jerk. Get your own account.

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Password sharing is a well-known phenomenon among Netflix subscribers. The basic idea was that you’d get the cheapest subscription and then share it among a few people. They might be your family members, friends, neighbors, romantic partners, or random acquaintances.

The problem is that this makes your account very vulnerable. Namely, you can’t control who else gets your password. So you might’ve found random members of your community using your sub.

Netflix has been cracking down on password sharing very heavily. AP reports that the video streaming service has also been raising prices in order to bring in more revenue. So far, it’s been a success for the company.

From July to September 2023, Netflix brought in 8.8 million new subscribers over the globe. This shows just how broadly password sharing took place. But the real numbers are even more shocking.

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    #2

    Person Who Hacked My Credit Card Emailed Me Asking Why I Canceled His Flight

    Person Who Hacked My Credit Card Emailed Me Asking Why I Canceled His Flight

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    Milan
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Context missing. Was it your boyfriend, brother? It is just sounds unbelievable, that random thief will email you and he even signs with own name…

    kath morgan
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When my info was stolen the genius used my email address so I got his order confirmation with his home address and everything.

    Nay Wilson
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one made me laugh. The audacity of being offended that someone whose credit card you stole cancelled your flight is just… mind boggling

    Naya Busch
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The audacity and stupidity. Now you have proof as to who stole your credit card and what they bought. Easy one for the police.

    Ava Sorce
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    it's like robbing a bank and coming back an hour later to deposit the money into your account.

    Michelle C
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The wonders of man never cease to amaze me

    SheamusFanFrom1987
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Response: It is cancelled because you decided to be a dum-dum and hack into my card details thinking I wouldn't notice. Oh, by the way, better cancel that family event because you'll be spending the day at the police station. Your details are being delivered to them as we speak. Good day. SMH!

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    #3

    Friend Of My Ex Has Been Using My Netflix Details Without My Knowledge For Years. Calls Me Cheap

    Friend Of My Ex Has Been Using My Netflix Details Without My Knowledge For Years. Calls Me Cheap

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    Lyone Fein
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can people not see the irony?

    Roan The Demon Kitty
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "I have it set to log in straightaway" yes. And there is an option to force log out all other accounts. :')

    Harlan Sarvis
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Cheap," says the person that is unwilling to pay 10 instead of 10 in addition to prob around 240

    Wombat
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Didn't she notice all the "continue watching" and suggestions Netflix makes by past things you've watched as different than the stuff she usually watches for YEAR'S?

    We were curious to hear why people tend to feel so strongly about protecting their privacy in the digital sphere. "Apart from the obvious concerns about personal and financial safety, which should never be underestimated, there are some psychological predictors on valuing and displaying online privacy behaviors," Professor Reed, from Swansea University, told Bored Panda via email.

    According to the host of 'Digital World, Real World,' knowledge about the digital system predicts wanting more privacy.

    "People who are anxiously attached share more information because they trust the system more, but then they worry about it," Reed said.

    #4

    Shared My Netflix Years Ago With My Mom And Sister. Had An Issue Last Night So I Checked The Recent Devices. Found Out There Were Tons Of People With My Password, Plus Someone Upped My Plan

    Shared My Netflix Years Ago With My Mom And Sister. Had An Issue Last Night So I Checked The Recent Devices. Found Out There Were Tons Of People With My Password, Plus Someone Upped My Plan

    Reset my password and told my sister I wasn’t going to share my password anymore. Chaos.

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    Trish
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When people think you need to explain yourself. Ugh!

    Rostit. .
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    so they can try and talk you back into it. thats what they think at least.

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    Red Reilly
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    whoooa. someone upped the plan. nope.

    CrunChewy McSandybutt
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I saw this one before. The whole story is not only was her mother and sister using her password, but they shared it with six other people and one had the nerve to change her account to a more expensive level.

    Tee Pussi
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "You can kick anyone off you want to. As long as it's not me."

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    #5

    My Brother Gave Our Netflix Password To A Friend And They Started Using My Profile. I Reacted Swiftly

    My Brother Gave Our Netflix Password To A Friend And They Started Using My Profile. I Reacted Swiftly

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    Diolla
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Eh. just change the password, works better.

    Adi A.
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can You Use a Custom Profile Picture on Netflix? The answer to that question is no. You can’t use a custom profile picture on Netflix, as the platform doesn’t allow you to upload custom images from your devices. You’re limited to choosing a profile picture from Netflix’s own repository (which, fortunately, has many photos to choose from).

    #6

    My Ex That I Haven’t Talked To In 6 Months Had The Audacity To Ask Me To Renew My Netflix Account So She Could Use It

    My Ex That I Haven’t Talked To In 6 Months Had The Audacity To Ask Me To Renew My Netflix Account So She Could Use It

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    Evan Hooi
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    lmfao she could just have waited until the actual owner of the netflix acc realises the netflix expired and renews it

    Kerri Peek
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    2 years ago

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    Red Reilly
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    so I've actually got a pretty good set up with my ex, we would split the streamers, and when we ended it, we are still friends, we were like, you can still use this my disney account and i'll use your netflix account, just don't give the passwords out and we are good.

    "Those who display the characteristic of openness show more privacy as they ultimately are open to learning about the system and its limitations."

    Meanwhile, Bored Panda asked the professor about the essence of having a healthy relationship with all things digital, as our daily lives become more closely interwoven with our online personas.

    "Boundaries are the key, as in all things," Reed told us.

    "Knowing what you are using it for, knowing its dangers and limitations, and switching it off when you don’t need it, are absolutely key."

    #7

    First We Broke Up, Then - “Don’t Contact Me Again But Let Me Use Your Netflix”

    First We Broke Up, Then - “Don’t Contact Me Again But Let Me Use Your Netflix”

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    #8

    Gave My Netflix Password To My Two Little Cousins (Squidgame Avatars) And They Changed My Previous Profiles To Their "Mom" And "Dad". My Family Members And I Are Considered As "Guest"

    Gave My Netflix Password To My Two Little Cousins (Squidgame Avatars) And They Changed My Previous Profiles To Their "Mom" And "Dad". My Family Members And I Are Considered As "Guest"

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    Bruni-Lou
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did the parents agree ?!?

    LEON!!!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The fact that they also changed your profile to a kids account is just foul

    Chriss21
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How little? Because they might not understand that this is a shared screen... Maybe they think only they can see this?

    Negatoris Wrecks
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My boyfriends aunt an nephews did this. It was when the algorithm on there was actually good, nothing bit good luck Charlie and related c**p, had to redo my 3 year old profile for everything after kicking them off. Didn't get the big deal. Stayed at their place and liked tons of my weird c**p, they don't know why they keep getting recommendations for gross documentaries and gore

    StumblingThroughLife
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bloody cheek. But then, all these posts are the same, and gobsmacked at the nerve of these self-entitled freeloaders.

    Roxy222uk
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kids are not the same as adults. They're trying stuff out, seeing what flies and what doesn't. Kids **have** to do this, it's why we have such extended childhoods compared to most other mammals. Yes, the parents need to be involved and sort out what is acceptable and what isn't, but there isn't any need at this point to be fuming at the children. Unlike some of the adults in this list.

    Roan The Demon Kitty
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ..quynh-mai deserves to be on r/tragedeigh

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    #9

    Apparently I Am A Jerk For Not Giving My Email Password To Someone I Sold My Old Xbox One To

    Apparently I Am A Jerk For Not Giving My Email Password To Someone I Sold My Old Xbox One To

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    Harley
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It seems like someone bought the wrong Xbox and they were looking for someone to console them

    Joshua Seaman
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wanted to read the continuation of this exchange. lol The tops of those letters piqued my interest 😅 WTF

    According to Statista, Netflix had around 247.2 million paid subscribers in the third quarter of 2023. Most people using the streaming service live in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa: a whopping 83 million subscribers live there.

    Netflix has changed its business model after a less-than-stellar performance in the first half of 2022. In November of 2022, the company introduced an ad-supported tier. Around 1 in 4 new subs use this plan.

    #10

    My Mom Casually Using Netflix On Two Screens At Once So Nobody Else Can Watch Anything

    My Mom Casually Using Netflix On Two Screens At Once So Nobody Else Can Watch Anything

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    #11

    Bratty Cousin Stole My Netflix Password And When I Changed It He Wants Me To Give It To Him

    Bratty Cousin Stole My Netflix Password And When I Changed It He Wants Me To Give It To Him

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    Jeff (He/They)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    BP legit censored the middle finger-

    Robert Beveridge
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They got annoyed with people flipping them off for censoring ridiculous things

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    SheamusFanFrom1987
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Rather than just saying no, I'd send the kid a Dean Ambrose NOPE and screenshot this for future embaressment of said cousin.

    #12

    We Got An Email From Mojang About Two Days Ago, Changed The Password, And Today My Boyfriend Receives This Email

    We Got An Email From Mojang About Two Days Ago, Changed The Password, And Today My Boyfriend Receives This Email

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    Sergy Yeltsen
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't know what is worse: the leechers with desperate pleas for access, or the owner's idiocy in not being able to set even basic security on their account - and not noticing it's being used. Not just for this entry, either.

    Rae Black
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Exactly what I was thinking. My daughter shares my Netflix but my profile is locked, pin access only.

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    Zoe Vokes
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So he was willing to spend a lot of money in the game but on an account that doesn’t belong to him? That’s insane.

    Dragons Exist
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Like, just spend the $30 for Java (or $8 for bedrock) if you've already spent so much

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    Unless you’re living completely off the grid (good for you!), wherever you turn in modern society, you’re leaving a digital trail of some kind. You go to work and you log into your office computer. You go out for a cup of coffee and if you pay by card, you might have to input your PIN code, and there’s a record of your transaction.

    You come back home and log into your social media accounts and your streaming services. And if you enjoy listening to audiobooks and reading high-level journalism, you might need to register for those, too. Passwords, passwords, endless passwords everywhere!

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    #13

    Logged In To Google Slides And Found This

    Logged In To Google Slides And Found This

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    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    sounds like a 7 year old lol

    HelluvaHedgehogAlien
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That would be a narrow search. First of all, it’s an elementary school kid. Second of all, it’s a very rude elementary school kid. Finally, it’s a very daft and rude elementary school kid

    Wyn Williams
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Probs shared it to public or something like that

    #14

    How Dare They Inconvenience You By Being Too Poor

    How Dare They Inconvenience You By Being Too Poor

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    Zoe Vokes
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Then pay your own subscriptions and let them borrow yours to return the favour knowing they’re struggling financially.

    Janet Sparrow
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was massively hacked -streaming services, Facebook etc. best thing that ever happened. Don't need Facebook any more and got rid of freeloaders.

    Justin Rogers
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My ex still uses my Disney+ account and Netflix and it's been 3 years

    #15

    Expecting Someone To Pay For Your Netflix When You Don’t Even Know Who They Are

    Expecting Someone To Pay For Your Netflix When You Don’t Even Know Who They Are

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    Sergy Yeltsen
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least have the decency to make sure the photo is the right way up.

    Roan The Demon Kitty
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I actually change my password/force logouts once a month to avoid any possible people who have hacked into it or whatever. :)

    The issue is that you want your password to be something that you can easily remember if you ever get logged out of your account. At the same time, if your password is too basic, then you increase the risk of getting hacked. But with so many passwords that you need to keep track of, you end up doing one of three things.

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    #16

    My Girlfriend’s Instagram Account Got Hacked. There Is The Response They Gave Me

    My Girlfriend’s Instagram Account Got Hacked. There Is The Response They Gave Me

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    Mrs.C
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is becoming more and more common. Folks out there just holding accounts for ransom. Get a job!

    Ana
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This happened to a friend. It was horrible! When he refused, the ramsomer started posting all kinds of crazy offensive cr&p. So much so that he actually had clients (he's a landscape architect) calling him and asking if he was ok... Instagram didn't do $h*t, he had to make a new account and send all of us an email and text messages to explain what happened. Intagram is f*ck=d up for not canceling the account when it was obviously hacked.

    Carla Phillips
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Happened to my facebook. I had to make New one and I lost all my pictures

    #17

    I Was Feeling Nice So I Offered Free Hulu To A Guy Who Couldn't Afford It

    I Was Feeling Nice So I Offered Free Hulu To A Guy Who Couldn't Afford It

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    Terry Tobias
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow! Nothing like biting the hand that's giving you free Hulu.

    neytjie
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Then pay for ad free yourself you cheap a*s d... would be my only reply

    SheamusFanFrom1987
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Take back the Hulu from that dum-doo -_-

    #18

    Brother Who Refuses To Work Tries To Emotionally Blackmail Me Over Netflix Subscription

    Brother Who Refuses To Work Tries To Emotionally Blackmail Me Over Netflix Subscription

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    Miki
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least this one was offering to pay..

    Glen Ellyn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sure they are. "The check is in the mail" routine.

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    LolaCat
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The arrogance of option 1 is breathtaking.

    Thomas Grant
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel like there could quite easily be an Option 3 squeezed in there...

    You either ignore security concerns, use one or two passwords for everything, and pray for the best. Or you might keep a super secret notebook full of your most important logins (God forbid you lose it or someone gets their mitts on it…).

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    Or you use a trusted (and definitely paid) service that helps you keep track of all of your passwords, across all of your accounts and devices, while also adding an extra level of security.

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    #19

    Got Off Work This Morning And Checked My Phone To See Someone In China Was Trying To Access My Apple ID

    Got Off Work This Morning And Checked My Phone To See Someone In China Was Trying To Access My Apple ID

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    James016
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had this a few years ago. Just changed the password to something more complex.

    Terry Tobias
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I just had to change the password for my Instacart account. Someone on the other side of the country was shopping at Target and was filling a cart at the same time that I was grocery shopping. The laugh would have been on them though because there's no money in my account.

    #20

    Roommate Is Using My Hulu To Watch The Game Making Me Not Able To Watch It, I Never Gave Him The Login

    Roommate Is Using My Hulu To Watch The Game Making Me Not Able To Watch It, I Never Gave Him The Login

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    Fat Harry
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So kick him out and change the password?

    #21

    Letting People Use Your Hulu

    Letting People Use Your Hulu

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    These days, logging into anything from a new device is… well, it’s a process. Things are definitely on a whole other level compared to a couple of decades ago. Now, you have two-factor authentication, codes sent to you in emails and SMS messages, emails asking you to confirm whether it’s actually you trying to log in to your account from wherever you might be.

    #22

    We Got Hacked At Work And The Private Work Email Got Leaked, Yes It Says 186497, And It Is Still Going On At Around 2 Emails A Second

    We Got Hacked At Work And The Private Work Email Got Leaked, Yes It Says 186497, And It Is Still Going On At Around 2 Emails A Second

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    Mike Fitzpatrick
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You really need to start answering that s**t.

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    #23

    Someone Hacked My Taco Bell Account And Ordered $40 Worth Of Food

    Someone Hacked My Taco Bell Account And Ordered $40 Worth Of Food

    They used my debit card that was already hooked up to pay and didn’t leave their delivery address in the recent addresses. (The address on the delivery screen is the store it’s coming from) Although I’m pretty sure they forgot to delete their phone number from the profile section so I have that. Is there a way I could give it to the police to try and go after them?
    I might be a bit more than mildly infuriated.

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    Lyone Fein
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes. Give the number to the coppers when you file the theft report.

    Michael Vickery
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is why I never save payment options in apps or websites.

    Mrs.C
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    May whomever orders $50 worth of Taco Bell using a stolen debit card never poop solid again.

    Rostit. .
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the police don't do a damn thing about scams. Drives me up a wall. you can file a report and thats all they will do. Scammers need to be physically removed from the earth however possible.

    KieLeaHar
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    6 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It’s America?? You have freedom of information , don’t you? Ring the shop and get the address!!

    Nae Nae BB
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This happened to me with my Dutch Bros account, used the money I had loaded, loaded more money, used that, used every single point and free drink I had. Changed my password and Dutch Bros reimbursed everything thankfully. But it sucked

    Dolevaal
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can order food for 40 Euros without being hacked.

    Azure Adams
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You could involve the cops sure... or let's have some evil fun

    Jeremy Bolanos
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Turn it into your bank as fraud and send them screenshots of anything you have.

    Tired-Panda
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean it's too late now, but you could watch the live tracking and screenshot it as it's going. That'll give you a much better idea of where is off too! You could ring the store ask to confirm the address, or just tell them it's your card and you did not place the order etc. If they refuse to cancel it ask them to change the delivery address to your address. You'll know all the answers to the questions they ask like the code on the back of the card, previous numbers, even this order number etc. I would've called the police then and there and given them that email with the tracking data so they could track the delivery and find out who hacked your account!

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    #24

    Guy Who Hacked My PS4 Account Admits It And Would Like Some More Free Games

    Guy Who Hacked My PS4 Account Admits It And Would Like Some More Free Games

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    Trish
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awkward. Theft. Potato tomato.

    SuperDarkStudios
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh my god this reminds me of the time I was dumb and gave my PSN login to some dude and when I got it back he essentially said I was an idiot (I was) I was 11 year old, he was probably 30 sum,

    Though all of those processes might be a tad draining, they serve an important purpose. They ensure that everyone has at least one other layer of security, in order to protect personal data.

    Few things are nastier than having someone break into your property and have a snoop around—whether digital or physical. Anyone who’s ever had an account hacked knows that disgusting feeling deep in the pit of their stomach.

    #25

    Good Day Sir

    Good Day Sir

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    Sergy Yeltsen
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is what happens when you tell people they are entitled to anything they want. Guilt over stealing? That's for old people, I stole your stuff and now it's mine and I want you to let me have it all.

    ValdaDeDieu
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And get this: He, the OWNER, changed HIS password, "For some odd reason"... LOL! Turtle-rab...948799.png Turtle-rabbit-died-slowly-65397ef948799.png

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    PG
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Changed it for some "odd" reason

    Brainmas
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Changed it "for some odd reason." Sir, you are the odd reason.

    #26

    My Fiancee Gave Me The Login Info To Our Baby Registry And Then Changed The Password Right After My First Addition

    My Fiancee Gave Me The Login Info To Our Baby Registry And Then Changed The Password Right After My First Addition

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    Anony Mouse
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Omfg people. This one is obviously a joke. Calm down.

    Red Reilly
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hold on a second, £10K for a bloody saddle for the dog, which one.. get out. and two... WHAT?!

    JL
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Saddle should come with a horse for that price. At least a pony.

    SuperDarkStudios
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WHY IS THE DOGGY SADDLE 10 GRAND HELLO?

    Mrs.C
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fiancee is gonna change the password to the baby next! This is gold.

    Zoe Vokes
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    £10K for a saddle that can only be used if you have a big dog and a small baby. It won’t be long before the child is too big for it. Plus, the baby won’t remember it and a rocking horse would be a lot safer.

    StumblingThroughLife
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WTH?! Poor dogs. Who the hell thinks that's ok? The muscles in a dog's back, no matter the size of the dog, are not strong enough or designed to carry a person (broken bones, organ damage to even death).

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    #27

    After A Year Of Separation, She Says She's Going To Use My Netflix

    After A Year Of Separation, She Says She's Going To Use My Netflix

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    Laughing Orc (he / him / orc)
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also your mother was a hamster and your father smells of elderberries.

    SuperChicken
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now, go away and I shall taunt you the second time-uh.🤪

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    Roxy222uk
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If this is an ex, you know her parents. Send them a screen shot asking "Is X okay?"

    Zoe Vokes
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It’s definitely an ex. “Your díck isn’t that big. Konrad was better in bed,” makes it pretty obvious.

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    Justin Rogers
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Your mother dresses you funny and wears horseshoes

    Thomas Grant
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think whenever you send a ranting message in which you insult genitalia, you have probably already lost the actual argument...

    Miki
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's better to cut a****** spause late then never..

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    The improvements in password security also raise another important issue. Namely, hackers have gotten so sophisticated that all of these additional layers of security aren’t just recommended, but they’re absolutely necessary.

    However, nobody should be naive enough to think that there will ever come a time when all of your data will be completely safe. The fight between security specialists and hackers is neverending and takes place on a constantly shifting battlefield.

    For some more examples of entitled people who 'borrowed' others' passwords and accounts, feel free to check out Bored Panda's previous article.

    #28

    Won't Pay For Streaming

    Won't Pay For Streaming

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    HelluvaHedgehogAlien
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anyone else hate that emoji even out of context

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    #29

    My Good Friend Who Has Been Posting 400+ Memories To His Instagram Account Since 2012, Has Been Hacked By Russians. Instagram Won't Do Anything To Get It Back For Him

    My Good Friend Who Has Been Posting 400+ Memories To His Instagram Account Since 2012, Has Been Hacked By Russians. Instagram Won't Do Anything To Get It Back For Him

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    Ammyshine Kim
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He still has the 'memories' though

    Fun Fan
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There will come one day, when Gen Z people realise, how precious are those mocked, "old-school" paper-photos. Because seemingly, they are not smart enough to use an external driver for saving their 400+ memories, what can't be hacked. Speaking of the generation of digital era with little to no common sense....

    Rostit. .
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Once you go Russian, You support genocide, yup

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    Rostit. .
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    if you ever get a 6 digit text or email, do not give it to anyone unless you specifically asked for that code. that is how this scam works, someone tricks you into giving away your 2 factor code and then you're screwed.

    #30

    My Sister Asking For My Netflix When She Is 33 And Lives With My Mom And Dad

    My Sister Asking For My Netflix When She Is 33 And Lives With My Mom And Dad

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    #31

    I Accidentally Left My YouTube Account Logged in On My Laptop That I Had To Share With My Sister Last Night And This Is What She Has Done To The Recommended Section In 5 Hours

    I Accidentally Left My YouTube Account Logged in On My Laptop That I Had To Share With My Sister Last Night And This Is What She Has Done To The Recommended Section In 5 Hours

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    Trish
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like a fever dream.

    Stygtand
    Community Member
    Premium
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My niece borrowed my laptop when she was in the hospital. I knew what would happen, but im still amazed at the amount of makeup toturials i got recomended afterwards. :-) she enjoyed it, so its all good

    AzzyIsHere (They/he xenos)
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hey, at least she got ONE good youtuber. Flamingo is hilarious. But still not ok

    The Sassy Wife
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My account is mostly; true crime, true crime, true crime, The Wiggles, true crime true crime, The Wiggles... Just to clarify, I'm not watching The Wiggles on my own, my granddaughter and I watch it together.

    Partycat
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To each their own, but I don't see how those videos might be entertaining :/

    Roan The Demon Kitty
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...no wonder people seem to be getting stupider and stupider.

    Roxy222uk
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ha ha ha, one of my kids accidentally was on my youtube account. Carnage, LOL!

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    #32

    My Little Brother Used My Account To Subscribe To 50 Or More YouTubers. It's Been Two Hours

    My Little Brother Used My Account To Subscribe To 50 Or More YouTubers. It's Been Two Hours

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    SuperDarkStudios
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why's the Reddit snu's background black?

    Nae Nae BB
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dark mode on the phone. Mine is set up that way and shows up with the reddit icon background black as well

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    Jeremy Bolanos
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've been unsubbing to so many lately. Nothing messes with your feed like subs you didn't mean.

    HelluvaHedgehogAlien
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anyone a fan of Doni Bobes? Like, that dude who trolls people on minecraft and somehow still has friends left over

    AzzyIsHere (They/he xenos)
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, yeah! I watch him a lot! How do his friends still hang out with him lol

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    Lyone Fein
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    2 years ago

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    #33

    Never Speak To Me Again... But Wait, Just Two More Episodes

    Never Speak To Me Again... But Wait, Just Two More Episodes

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    Red Reilly
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ahhh us Brits have the best use of the language

    Kat
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i hate it when someone says somethings fine when they have no right to do so. Fake example of this happening: i take someone out to the movies, my chair is all dirty with soda spills and popcorn all over it and they say it's fine. Fake example #2: my drink is spilled at a restaurant while i'm dining out with family and someone sitting next to me says its fine to a waiter offering another cup of water. I just really don't like it when their decision that they made for me affects me badly

    PolymathNecromancer
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can relate to this ... at 51 y/o now I just go NC straightaway cause i'm too old to gaf :-)

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    #34

    Sure, I'll Just Kindly Ask The Person That Stole My Previous PS4 To Deactivate My Account

    Sure, I'll Just Kindly Ask The Person That Stole My Previous PS4 To Deactivate My Account

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    Mark Vella
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    you can do it online from Sony's web site

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    #35

    My Buddy's Ex-Girlfriend Stole My Netflix Info And Got Angry At Him When I Changed The Password

    My Buddy's Ex-Girlfriend Stole My Netflix Info And Got Angry At Him When I Changed The Password

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    HelluvaHedgehogAlien
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Flip the conversation around and it would still make sense!

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    #36

    Someone Hacked My Spotify And Liked 241 Songs. They Also Made Their Own Playlist

    Someone Hacked My Spotify And Liked 241 Songs. They Also Made Their Own Playlist

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    *Confused Screaming*
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anyone know what The Scout said? This seems like a post that would be hard to get that much backlash over a comment. I’m intrigued lol

    The Scout
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    2 years ago

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    #37

    This Guy Got Into My Account And I Changed The Password So He Wanted It Back

    This Guy Got Into My Account And I Changed The Password So He Wanted It Back

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    UpQuarkDownQuark (he/hey you)
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don’t know what bothers me more. The theft or “did you found it.”

    Jonathan MacFarlane
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why the HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHell did you add all tHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHose unessasary H's.

    Andy-Pandy-Panda
    Community Member
    Premium
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Did you remembered it".🤦‍♂️ "Did you found it the email" 🤦‍♂️. "fou d it".... Think this person was having a full-on breakdown over loosing something that was never theirs!

    ConstantlyJon
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm just imagining them going Hhhhhhhhh as a wheeze

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    #38

    My Xbox Account With Over A Few Months Of Play Time And Has Had A Few Hundred Pounds Spent On It Has Been Hacked, Passwords Changed

    My Xbox Account With Over A Few Months Of Play Time And Has Had A Few Hundred Pounds Spent On It Has Been Hacked, Passwords Changed

    I've had this account since the beginning of Xbox 360.

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    StumblingThroughLife
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But aren't things like this connected to their bank? I assume they have to pay monthly or whatever for the account?!! Honestly, there must be some kind of way to prove to MS/Xbox that it was their account. If not, it doesn't bode well for any subscribers.

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    #39

    Hacker Got My Instagram For A Week And Today I Received This On My New Private Account. The Audacity

    Hacker Got My Instagram For A Week And Today I Received This On My New Private Account. The Audacity

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    StumblingThroughLife
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If Instagram had a decent Support Team, it could be sorted, but ...

    frederick clause
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Does any social media have decent support? They're all just interested in your data and ads they can sell.

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    #40

    My Husband Shared The Hulu Password With A Friend Who Won’t Stop Sending Requests For Progressive Info To My Phone Every 15 Minutes

    My Husband Shared The Hulu Password With A Friend Who Won’t Stop Sending Requests For Progressive Info To My Phone Every 15 Minutes

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    #41

    Girlfriend's Instagram Got Hacked And Instagram's "Help Center" Has Not Helped Us Recover It. Now The Hacker Has Been Making These Posts About Some Crypto Scam

    Girlfriend's Instagram Got Hacked And Instagram's "Help Center" Has Not Helped Us Recover It. Now The Hacker Has Been Making These Posts About Some Crypto Scam

    Linking to his own main account and when we report her old account or the hacker's, Instagram says there seems to be nothing wrong.

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    Sa Ruuu
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Instagram banned my account for seemingly no reason, and I can't get it back because of you know who taking over and making customer service nonexistent

    Cassie
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They choose not to act on actual hate speech and direct threats I have reported, but I was temporarily banned following several of my posts being removed as "spam" and the worst one was pointing out that not all mortgage lenders apply payments in the same way and some will penalize you for paying early. I don't think humans even work there anymore.

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    #42

    I Gave My Sister The Password To My Premium Spotify Account

    I Gave My Sister The Password To My Premium Spotify Account

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    Awkward lady
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe I should look this one up!

    Mrs.C
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    2 years ago

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    #43

    A Random Person Has Been Using My Disney Plus Account, After I Deleted Their Profile They Came To Mine And Started Watching There

    A Random Person Has Been Using My Disney Plus Account, After I Deleted Their Profile They Came To Mine And Started Watching There

    This was their profile, I deleted it after making sure it wasn’t one of my brother’s friends or something, for some reason everything inside their profile was in Spanish.

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    The Sassy Wife
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This happened to my daughters profile on Netflix. Her 'continue watching' was filled with episodes and movies in French. Alvin & the Chipmunks seemed to be a favourite.

    A_UserHere
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    idk why but alvin and the chipmunks being the favorite just sounds hilarious

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    #44

    Some Jerk Hacked My Steam Account With 2FA And Gifted Two Of Their Alts Rust And Now I'm 80-Something Bucks Down The Drain

    Some Jerk Hacked My Steam Account With 2FA And Gifted Two Of Their Alts Rust And Now I'm 80-Something Bucks Down The Drain

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    Deborah Clark
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For those that don't have a Steam account: report a hack once and they'll correct it. Twice and they close your account no matter how long you've had it. That's what op means by being 'out' $80.

    A dude who likes to drum
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jesus report this to the cops 80 dollars is expensive

    #45

    Netflix 16+ Membership. Wife On One TV, Kid On The Other

    Netflix 16+ Membership. Wife On One TV, Kid On The Other

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    A dude who likes to drum
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least you aren’t hacked just go watch with your wife you’re married