Your identity belongs to you; make sure it stays that way with ProtectMyID®

Identity theft occurs when someone uses your personal information without your consent to commit fraud or another crime. Information including your date of birth, name, driver's license, or Social Security number can be used to steal your identity.

Identity theft warning signs include:

• Household bills not being delivered
• Credit or loan applications being denied
• Receiving statements for purchases you didn't make
• Fraudulent transactions on your accounts
• Your tax return being declined
• Small charges on your credit card statements

Follow these guidelines to minimize your risk of identity theft:

• Don't share your personal information.
• Create strong passwords.
• Use 2-factor authentication.
• Only sign on to secure Wi-Fi. 
• Make your social media profiles private.
• Set up credit card and financial alerts.
• Track your credit score.
• Avoid using debit cards for online shopping.

Follow these steps if you become the victim of identity theft:

• Place a fraud alert on your credit reports.
• Freeze your credit.
• Review your credit reports.
• Contact the Federal Trade Commission.
• Keep an itemized record of all stolen items. 
• Contact your creditors and key agencies.
• Change your account passwords.