Identity Theft

Top Privacy and Identity Threats in 2026

See 2026 identity threats—AI scams, ransomware, and deepfakes—with tips to spot red flags, use monitoring and alerts, and get fraud resolution support.
January 7, 2026
5–6 min read

Protect Your Retirement: 401(k) Scams Targeting Americans Over 50 in 2026

Learn 2026 401(k) scams targeting adults 50+, including fake IRS messages and phishing. Get identity monitoring, alerts, guidance to keep accounts safer.
January 7, 2026
7 min read

Top 5 Identity Security Vulnerabilities You Can Fix Today

Protect your identity by fixing the top five security vulnerabilities people overlook. Learn how IDShield helps secure your data and keep you safe online.
December 5, 2025
4-6 min read

Your Year-End Security Checklist: 4 Simple Ways to Protect Your Identity

Protect your identity this year-end with easy security tips. Improve passwords, update devices, review credit reports, and stay safe on social media.
December 1, 2025
3 - 4 min read

Understanding Synthetic Identity Fraud: What You Need to Know

Learn how synthetic identity fraud works, why it’s rising, and how IDShield helps protect your identity with 24/7 monitoring and expert restoration.
November 6, 2025
7-9 min read

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month

For Cybersecurity Awareness Month, learn ID theft risks, warning signs, and steps to secure data, plus monitoring and restoration help.
October 2, 2025
2 min read

Member Success Story

October 2, 2025
1 min

Data Brokers: What They Are and How to Protect Your Privacy

Data brokers are companies that specialize in collecting, processing, and selling personal information about consumers
September 9, 2025
7 mins

The Hidden Risks of Co-signing a Loan: What You Need to Know

When you co-sign a loan you put your credit history and personal assets on the line. IDShield explains the risks of co-signing a loan.
September 8, 2025
3 min read

Employment Scams: How to Protect Yourself from Job Search Fraud

Employment scams are on the rise. Learn how IDShield can allow your job search to proceed with confidence while keeping your personal information intact.
August 8, 2025
12 min read

How to Spot and Avoid Social Media Commerce Fraud

Social media commerce offers convenience but also requires care to avoid falling victim to scams. Learn how fraudsters operate & how to protect yourself!
August 8, 2025
9 min read

The Hidden Threat of Application-to-Person (A2P) Fraud

Fraudsters can now launch phone scams that mimic legitimate business communications. ID theft protection is now essential. Here's how IDShield can help.
July 8, 2025
8 min read

Cryptocurrency Scams: Your Complete Protection Guide

Cryptocurrency has revolutionized digital finance, but it's also created new opportunities for scammers to steal your money. Learn how to protect yourself.
July 7, 2025
7 min read

AI-Powered Identity Fraud: The New Threat Targeting Americans

How artificial intelligence is making old identity theft scams devastatingly effective—and what you can do to protect yourself. IDShield can help!
June 10, 2025
6 min read

The Password Problem: Why Your Strong Password Isn't Strong Enough

ID fraud isn't going away—it's getting worse. Learn how you can stay ahead of criminals with a password manager & multi-factor authentication.
June 6, 2025
9 min read

Identity Theft and Elder Abuse: Protecting Our Seniors

Elderly populations face growing threats from identity theft. Explore emerging threats and learn how an IDShield membership can provide safeguards.
May 7, 2025
6 min read

SIM Swapping Scams: How They Work and How to Protect Yourself

SIM swapping has emerged as a particularly dangerous form of identity theft. Learn how these scams work and take proactive steps to protect yourself.
May 7, 2025
7 min read

How Do Identity Thieves Profile You? PrivacyCheck Can Help You Stay Safe

It’s helpful to know how identity thieves select their victims so that you can take steps to avoid becoming easy prey. Get educated to prevent ID theft!
April 4, 2025
5 min read

Insurance Identity Theft – How Can You Avoid It?

Insurance identity theft is a common reality in our technological age, and it's only becoming more common. Here's what you can do to protect yourself.
April 1, 2025
5 min read

Tax Identity Theft: Protect Yourself With IRS PIN

If an ID thief poses as you & files your tax return, they could steal your refund. Learn how to secure your tax return filings with an IRS IP PIN.
March 11, 2025
5 min read

Freezing Your Credit – Why, When, and How To Do It

Is a credit freeze something you should consider? Explore why you may need to freeze your credit & the possible downsides of freezing your credit. Read on!
March 6, 2025
5 min read

Tax Season: Tips to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft

Check out these helpful tips to help you stay safe from tax-related identity theft. Also get pointers to make sure your tax refund doesn’t get stolen.
March 5, 2025
5 min read

Fight These Common Identity Theft Scams in 2025

Stay safe from these common ID theft tactics that scammers use to snag your personal data. Get an IDShield Membership for protection today!
February 10, 2025
6 min read

Payment App Scams: Tips to Help You Avoid Them

With the increase in usage of payment apps comes an inevitable increase in scams. Learn how to protect yourself.
January 3, 2025
4 min