You’re asking about how exposed you are, presumably regarding data breaches and online exposure related to .nz domains in New Zealand. What to do to assess your exposure

• Use the official exposure checker: A free tool exists that lets you input your email and see where your account details have appeared across public data breaches. It uses a trusted breach database to estimate your exposure level and identify which services may be at risk. This is designed to help individuals gauge their personal risk online.

• For NZ-specific domain exposure, check whether your .nz registrations (like a .co.nz domain) have any publicly visible WHOIS or registry data that could be exposed. Some registrars offer privacy or “lock” features to minimize what’s publicly visible, but policies vary by provider. If privacy options exist, enabling them can reduce inadvertent exposure.

• If you manage a NZ registration, review your registrar’s privacy and security settings, including:
  • Domain privacy/WOF (Whois privacy) availability and activation.
  • Registry lock settings to prevent unauthorized transfers.
  • DNSSEC and DS records management if you are using DNSSEC, and ensure you control key material and who can modify records.

Understanding the landscape

• NZ-specific breach exposure data indicates millions of NZ accounts may have been exposed in public leaks, underscoring the importance of perimeter hygiene (strong passwords, 2FA, unique passwords per service). The latest public awareness tools are designed to help users quantify this exposure.

• Broader NZ domain management resources describe how .co.nz and related second-level domains are handled, including registration processes and privacy considerations. While not a single “exposure score,” these resources help you understand what information is stored and how it could be exposed.

Practical steps to reduce exposure

• Run the exposure checker periodically to monitor changes in breaches related to your email addresses. If you see exposure, take immediate action: enable 2FA, change compromised passwords, and consider using password managers to generate unique, strong passwords.

• Review and tighten privacy settings with your NZ registrar or hosting provider. Enable domain privacy where available, and consider registry lock if you’re managing valuable domains.

• If using DNSSEC, maintain secure key management and avoid exposing DS records beyond what is necessary; if you direct your registrar to remove DS records, do so promptly and understand the implications.

Direct answer

• To determine how exposed you are online, use the official exposure checker designed for New Zealand residents and email addresses. It shows what personal details have been leaked and helps you act quickly to mitigate risk. If you hold .nz domain registrations, review privacy options with your registrar and enable protective features like domain privacy and registry lock where possible to reduce exposure.