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Identity Theft Protection and Privacy Tips
- Register all of your phone numbers with the national do not call registry.
- Protect social security number - never carry your social security number in your wallet or purse.
- Shred all of your documents and junk mail, espically pre-approved credit card offers.
- Use a locking mailbox, PO Box or quickly collect your mail everyday to help protect your privacy.
- Erase everything on old computer before you discard them. Use a free tool like ERASER to make sure all of your data is properly removed.
- When on-line make sure web sites which should be secure, are secure.
- Enroll in identity theft protection and credit reporting products.
- Be vigilant about your on-line security and protect your email address and personal information.
- Be very careful of social networking sites as a lot of personal information can be quickly gathered quickly and used to steal your identity
- Know your surroundings - always be careful of what information your provide about yourself in public places. When on your cell phone look around and see who is listening before revealing any personal information.
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- Ensure no one is using your health insurance information to get services.
- Determine if anyone is using your name to gain employment in the US.
- Actively monitor key information in public databases and on Internet black market sites, give you the option to place fraud alerts on credit reports if your identity is at risk, and more.
- Help you detect and remove spyware from your computer with specialized software.
- Help you cancel accounts and help you replace cards if you lose your wallet.
- Offer the same suite of protective services for your children and any family members living in your household.
- Offer the option of a complete lockdown of your credit, preventing credit bureaus from releasing your credit report.
- $1,000,000 service warranty to cover out-of-pocket costs associated with identity theft.
Quick Facts!
- Almost 9 Million Americans has their identity stolen
- Close to 4% of all Americans are at risk for having their financial data used without their permission
- One of the best ways to protect your identity or privacy is to use identity protection products
- Here are some simple steps that can be taken to Protect Your Privacy On The Internet
