Have I Been Pwned 2.0 is Now Live

a year ago

The new Have I Been Pwned (HIBP) website is now live after a long development process.
Key features include an improved search function with celebratory confetti for some users, emphasizing a playful and approachable design.
Username and phone number search support has been removed from the website but remains available via the API.
A new dedicated breach page provides detailed information and actionable advice for users affected by data breaches.
The dashboard has been unified to centralize all features requiring email verification, with plans for future enhancements like passkey support.
The domain search feature has been significantly overhauled, offering cleaner results and new filtering options.
The API remains unchanged, with plans to update documentation to OpenAPI standards in the future.
A new merch store has been launched, offering HIBP-branded products at cost price.
Technical improvements include reduced page size and requests, and the use of modern frameworks like Bootstrap and TypeScript.
AI tools like ChatGPT were extensively used during the rebuild for tasks ranging from icon selection to scripting.
The launch involved extensive behind-the-scenes work, including legal updates and health challenges for the team.

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