Your Social Security number is vulnerable to identity thieves — here's how to lock it down

Learn how to lock your Social Security number for free to prevent employment fraud and identity theft using E-Verify or by ...

It's Easy to Lock Your Social Security Number and Protect Your Identity. Here's How

When you lock your Social Security number, a company looking to verify your SSN won't be able to verify your identity, stopping criminals from committing fraud. This option is also handy if you don't ...
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‘Was my Social Security number stolen?' Answers to common questions on the National Public Data breach

You may have never heard of National Public Data, yet your personal information may have been compromised in the company's recent massive data breach. The background check company, which is owned by ...
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What to do when you lose your Social Security card in the U.S.

The Social Security number is a vital piece of information for most Americans, used frequently in various aspects of life, from medical appointments to tax filings. Many individuals memorize their ...
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Scammers target older adults with fake Social Security email

EMAIL THAT’S MAKING THE ROUNDS. FOLKS. SCAMMERS KNOW THAT IF THEY WANT TO GET THE ATTENTION OF POTENTIAL SENIOR CITIZEN VICTIMS, ALL THEY NEED TO DO IS THREATEN THEIR BENEFITS. THINGS LIKE MEDICAL ...

Start early or not? Protecting your right to benefits

When you discuss filing for your specific benefits with the Social Security Administration, it sets a protective filing date ...