Identity Inspector: New Software from Engelmann Detects Known Data Breaches and Helps Protect Personal Information
Daily monitoring of email addresses, password checks, analysis of suspicious messages, and practical assistance with data protection requests. The software is available for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android.
Dortmund, November 10, 2026. With Identity Inspector, Engelmann Software GmbH is releasing a new application for monitoring personal information in known data breaches. Depending on the edition, the program regularly checks stored email addresses and other contact details for known security incidents. If affected data is found, users receive clear information and concrete recommendations for action.
Data breaches are now a recurring risk when using online services. Attacks on websites, online stores, or other internet platforms can expose personal information and login credentials. Many affected individuals only learn about this with a considerable delay.
Identity Inspector addresses this information gap. The software checks stored data daily and helps users assess identified risks.
Automatic Monitoring and Concrete Recommendations for Action
Identity Inspector compares users' confirmed email addresses with known data breaches. For this purpose, it uses the Have I Been Pwned database, among others.
If a new match is found, the application informs the user about the incident and explains possible measures. These include changing affected passwords, securing user accounts, or checking other login credentials.
Rather than displaying only technical warning messages, the software focuses on clear explanations.
Password Checks and Detection of Suspicious Messages
An integrated password check determines whether a password has already appeared in known collections of compromised login credentials. The process does not require the full password to be transmitted to the checking service.
Identity Inspector also offers a scam check for investigating suspicious emails and messages. The software considers technical sender characteristics and analyzes message content for signs of potential fraud attempts.
The content analysis takes place locally on the user's device. This means that the message texts being examined do not need to be transmitted to an external AI service for this check.
More Control Over Personal Data
Identity Inspector also helps users manage data stored by online services.
This includes direct links for deleting user accounts that are no longer needed, as well as assistance with data access and deletion requests under the General Data Protection Regulation.
Thus, the application combines monitoring for known data breaches with practical features for managing personal information.
For Various Operating Systems and Requirements
Identity Inspector is available for Windows 10 and 11, including Windows on ARM, as well as for macOS, Linux, and Android. A version for iPhone and iPad is currently in development.
The software is offered in Standard and Pro editions. This allows users to choose a version that suits their desired level of monitoring.
The data stored for monitoring is encrypted and saved on servers in Germany.
Detecting Data Breaches Early
Identity Inspector cannot prevent an online service from being attacked or losing customer data. However, the application is intended to help users detect known incidents more quickly and respond appropriately.
With this release, Engelmann Software is expanding its portfolio in the data protection and IT security sector with a cross-platform solution for individuals and families.
More Information and Editions:
https://engelmann.com/products/identity-inspector
About Engelmann Software
Engelmann Software GmbH has been developing applications for Windows and other operating systems since 1998. Its portfolio includes software for image editing, multimedia, system administration, and data protection. The company is based in Dortmund.
