Identity Theft

IDShield has seen identity theft victims face a variety of challenges to proving identity and residence address. Learn how to be prepared and what to do.

Many people falsely assume the personal info they email or post online is private. IDShield shares how your online history can be used against you.

Robocalls—those automated phone calls delivering a recorded message—are often a nuisance and in certain cases are illegal. Learn how to stop getting them.

The Better Business Bureau has listed the top 10 scams that you need to watch out for. Don't become a victim of ID theft!

IDShield shares how taxpayers can access their Social Security record online with the Social Security Administration (SSA).

ID thieves can write checks using your personal info, which causes you a world of trouble. Learn the signs and the solutions.

Is the IRS calling you or not? These tell-tale signs will let you know if the caller is a legitimate IRS agent or a scammer trying to snatch your cash.

IDShield explains how identity thieves operate during tax season, and what you can do to protect yourself.

Taking time to strengthen your family’s online security could save you time, money and aggravation. IDShield shares tips on ways you can do so.

Your password is crucial to your online accounts' security. Make a strong, unique password for each account to increase your safety.

Ah, the holidays, a time of joy and generosity. Learn how to stay safe from scammers who want to take advantage of your goodwill.

Many seniors are on the internet, and they are at a higher risk of fraud. Learn from IDShield how scams work and how to protect your elderly loved ones.