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     Beware of 'a massive attack by hackers and identity thieves': how to protect yourself

     Identity theft is on the rise during the worldwide pandemic. Experts reveal some secret weapons to protect yourself.

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     Why do I have so many pop up ads? Your computer could be infected

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     Watch out for these 4 common online shopping scams

2. www.identitytheft.govReport identity theft and get a recovery plan

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   IdentityTheft.gov. website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. means you've safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. Report identity theft and get a recovery plan. Get Started. or browse recovery steps. IdentityTheft.gov can help you report and recover ...

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   How to report identity theft. To report identity theft, contact: The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) online at IdentityTheft.gov or call 1-877-438-4338. The three major credit reporting agencies. Ask them to place fraud alerts and a credit freeze on your accounts.

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   Apr 23, 2024 · Identity theft is when someone uses your personal or financial information without your permission. They might steal your name and address, credit card, or bank account numbers, Social Security number, or medical insurance account numbers. And they could use them to. buy things with your credit cards. get new credit cards in your name.

5. www.ftc.gov › news-events › topicsReport Identity Theft - Federal Trade Commission

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   Report Identity Theft. Consumers can report identity theft at IdentityTheft.gov, the federal government’s one-stop resource to help people report and recover from identity theft. The site provides step-by-step advice and helpful resources like easy-to-print checklists and sample letters. To report fraud, scams, or bad business practices ...

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   Free Identity Theft Resources Free booklets — in English and Spanish — can help people in your community protect their identity and recover if an identity thief strikes. Identity theft videos Post our videos on your blog or site. Use the “share” button in the upper right corner of the videos. 5 Ways to Help Protect Your Identity

7. consumer.ftc.gov › identity-theft-and-online-securityIdentity Theft | Consumer Advice - Federal Trade Commission

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   Take a breath. It’s just a ploy to scare you. May 8, 2024. When you go through a toll, you know you’ll need to pay a fee to use that road or bridge. But scammers are targeting drivers with text messages pretending to be from the tolling agency collecting “overdue toll charges.”. Here’s what to know about this text scam.