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Cybersecurity Incident Disrupts Albert Heijn's Online Services

Cybersecurity Incident Disrupts Albert Heijn's Online Services

First seen 12 Oct 2026, 14:31 UTC • •

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ThreatCluster •October 12, 2026 at 15:35 UTC
  • •Albert Heijn's online services are down due to a cybersecurity incident.
  • •The outage affects multiple subsidiaries, including Etos and Gall & Gall.
  • •Customers cannot place online orders or access loyalty program discounts.

Albert Heijn and its subsidiaries, Etos and Gall & Gall, have experienced a significant outage since Sunday evening, attributed to a cybersecurity incident. The supermarket chain initially described the issue as an 'IT incident' but later confirmed it as a cybersecurity matter. The outage has rendered their websites and apps inoperable, preventing online orders and affecting in-store operations due to electronic price tags displaying outdated promotions. Customers are advised to retain their receipts for missed discounts as the loyalty program is also down. Albert Heijn is investigating the incident and prioritizing the protection of customer data. The duration of the outage remains uncertain, and customer service is unavailable due to the systems being offline.

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2026-10-10
Outage begins
Albert Heijn reports an IT incident affecting its online services and apps.
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2026-10-12
Incident confirmed as cybersecurity issue
Albert Heijn updates the status of the outage, confirming it as a cybersecurity incident.
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Common questions

What services are affected?
The websites and apps of Albert Heijn, Etos, and Gall & Gall are currently down, preventing online orders.
How long is the outage expected to last?
The duration of the outage is currently unknown, and Albert Heijn has not provided a timeline for restoration.
What should customers do about missed discounts?
Customers are advised to keep their receipts for any missed discounts due to the loyalty program being offline.