Recent Articles About Identity Theft Prevention

A close-up of a man's hands fording a US passport, which can be a type of synthetic identity theft.

Synthetic Identity Theft: What You Need To Know To Protect Yourself

Criminals have found new and inventive ways to steal your data for their own gain, and synthetic identity theft has become the most common method they do so.

An illustration of a laptop with a pop-up ad displayed to represent a phishing attempt, which is a type of social engineering attack.

How To Protect Yourself From Social Engineering Attacks

Social engineering attacks might impersonate friends, family, or even government officials to trick you into sharing personal info. Here’s what to know to avoid these types of scams.

A close-up of a smartphone screen receiving a call from an unknown caller.

10 Risks of Giving Out Your Cell Phone Number

Have you been giving your cell number to strangers without much thought? You could be a victim of scammers if you’re not careful.

An illustration of negative social behaviors that include doxxing, or the sharing of personal information online.

What Is Doxxing? How It Works and How To Prevent It

Doxxing is when someone exposes your personal information online, usually as a way to intimidate you. Learn more about what you can do to prevent doxxing and report it.

Credit Lock vs. Credit Freeze: Key Differences You Need to Know

You can protect your credit by locking it or freezing it, but there are differences you need to know about.

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8 of the Biggest TikTok Scams To Watch Out For

Many people started watching TikTok for dance and commentary videos. With audiences growing, scammers have found new ways to reach them.

A hooded hacker on their laptop, sending out an online pandemic scam.

How To Spot Online Pandemic Scams

Scammers are still using the coronavirus to gain personal information. Find out the scams and how to keep your data safe.

An American Airlines jet lands at the Fort Lauderdale, Florida, airport. American Airlines was involved in a data breach in July 2022.

20 Biggest Data Breaches of 2022 You Should Know

These are the 20 biggest data breaches of 2022 you should know about.

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How To File a Police Report for Identity Theft [Step-by-Step Guide]

Reporting Identity theft to the police provides you with proof that this type of fraud occurred.

A man's hands hold up a cell phone that shows a 765 credit score, intended to show the idea of credit monitoring and how it's important to noticing and protecting yourself against identity theft.

Complete Guide to Identity Theft Protection and Credit Monitoring

Protecting your identity is crucial, and steps such as keeping tabs on your credit report can help.

How to Dispute a Collections Notice: A Complete Guide

If you get a collection notice you don't believe is valid, you need to know the smartest way to respond.

An illustration of the front and back of a digital drivers license on an iPhone.

“Digital Driver’s License and Registration Please”: Are Mobile Licenses Secure?

As more states roll out digital driver’s licenses, security and privacy concerns have cropped up. Find out how secure your personal information is with a digital driver’s license.