Someone has my Social Security number. What should I do?
Reviewed answer
Protect against misuse now; exposure does not mean identity theft has already happened.
- In the US, request free credit freezes separately from Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion.
- Review your credit reports and Social Security earnings record for unfamiliar activity.
- Consider a free IRS Identity Protection PIN. If someone uses your identity, report it at IdentityTheft.gov.
Get help if
You find accounts, earnings, tax filings, or benefit claims that are not yours.