On March 26, 2025, Crossroads Trading Co. (“Crossroads”) Inc. filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Texas after discovering that information that had been entrusted to the company was subject to unauthorized access. In this notice, Crossroads Trading explains that the incident resulted in an unauthorized party being able to access consumers’ sensitive information, which includes their names, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, and other government-issued identification numbers. Upon completing its investigation, Crossroads Trading began sending out data breach notification letters to all individuals whose information was affected by the recent data security incident.
If you received a data breach notification from Crossroads Trading Co., Inc., it is essential you understand what is at risk and what you can do about it. A data breach lawyer can help you learn more about how to protect yourself from becoming a victim of fraud or identity theft, as well as discuss your legal options following the Crossroads Trading Co. data breach. For more information, please see our recent piece on the topic here.
What Caused the Crossroads Trading Co. Data Breach?
The Crossroads Trading Co. data breach was only recently announced, and more information is expected in the near future. However, Crossroads Trading doesn’t appear to have posted a website notice discussing the incident and the company’s recent filing with the Attorney General of Texas provides only limited information on what led up to the breach. However, Crossroads Trading did post a single “FAQ” related to the incident.
Based on what we do know, Crossroads Trading recently completed its investigation into a data security incident. Through its investigation, Crossroads Trading confirmed that an unauthorized party was able to access the company’s IT network, including files containing confidential consumer information.
After learning that sensitive consumer data was accessible to an unauthorized party, Crossroads Trading Co. reviewed the compromised files to determine what information was leaked and which consumers were impacted. While the breached information varies depending on the individual, it may include your name, Social Security number, driver’s license number, and other government-issued identification number.
In the FAQ posted on the Crossroads Trading Co. website, the company notes that it has sent out data breach letters to all consumers who were affected by the incident. These letters should provide victims with a list of what information belonging to them was compromised.
More Information About Crossroads Trading Co., Inc.
Crossroads Trading Co. is a fashion retail company specializing in buying, selling, and trading secondhand and vintage clothing. Headquartered in Berkeley, California, the company operates stores across the United States, offering a curated selection of gently used clothing and accessories from a variety of contemporary and designer brands. With a focus on sustainability and style, Crossroads Trading promotes environmentally conscious shopping by giving clothes a second life. The organization employs approximately 382 people and generates an estimated $100 million in annual revenue.
