Fraud Protection

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.

Top 5 Steps to Help Protect Your Identity in 2025
Implement healthy strategies to protect your identity and your peace of mind. Check out our suggestions for how to put your security plans into action.

Buying Gift Cards for Loved Ones? Avoid These Common Scams
Did you know that you could be scammed just from buying a gift card? Our cybersecurity expert reveals critical tips to safeguard you & your money. Read now!

Recognizing Email Scams: Weird Symbols to Look for
How can you recognize email scams? IDShield can monitor your email accounts & send an alert if it appears thieves have access to your emails.

Why Older Americans are Top Scam Targets
The elderly are top scam targets because there's a perception that many lose mental acuity as part of aging. IDShield provides protection & peace of mind.

How SIM Swap Works: What You Need to Know
SIM swapping is a scam designed to transfer a phone user's info to a scammer. Here are 4 ways to detect and prevent SIM swap attacks.

Plan Now for the Next Natural Disaster
Natural disasters aren’t just a threat to life and limb, but to your identity as well. Find out how to protect yourself when the unthinkable happens.

A Home Buyer's Closing Nightmare
Closing on buying a home can open you up to scammers and thieves, but we have some tips to keep you safe.

IDShield Scam of the Month: Phony Utility Shut Off Threats
The primary utility scam has been around for years; it's brief, forceful & designed to trigger panic. Here's what you need to know to avoid being fooled.

Voice Cloning: Don't Get Duped
Voice cloning is used for many good reasons, like giving people a new voice using AI voice cloning. But criminals can also use them for illegal purposes.

How to Report Unemployment Fraud Committed in Your Name
Unemployment fraud is a current form of ID theft during this pandemic. You can report the fraud using these steps.

How to Prevent Loan Fraud: Loan Monitoring
Loan fraud done by thieves can negatively impact your credit report, leading to higher payments and more. IDShield has a solution to protect you.

Ways to Lower Fraud Risk When Holiday Shopping Online
You can shop online safely this holiday season by following a few simple, crucial steps to lower your risk of ID theft.

Did Someone Rent with Your Identity?
ID thieves need a place to live too—and they will use your identity to rent it. These tips and resources will help you fight the theft.

Identity Theft Spotlight: Check Fraud
ID thieves can write checks using your personal info, which causes you a world of trouble. Learn the signs and the solutions.
