Identity Theft Response

Immediate Steps to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft

Learn essential actions to take if your personal data is compromised, including password changes, account monitoring, and reporting fraud.

If You Entered Personal Information on a Suspicious Site

Follow these steps right away:

  1. Change your account passwords immediately.
    Use strong, unique passwords.
  2. Turn on 2FA (Two-Factor Authentication) on important accounts like:
    • Email
    • Banking
    • Social media
  3. If you entered credit card information:
    • Call your bank
    • Ask them to freeze or replace your card
    • Review recent transactions
  4. If you entered your Social Security number:
    • Freeze your credit with the three credit bureaus:
      • Equifax
      • Experian
      • TransUnion
    • Monitor for unusual activity
  5. Report the scam to the FTC:
    https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/
  6. Watch your email and phone for unusual login alerts.

Protect Your Identity With Immediate Action

Learn critical steps to secure your personal information and prevent fraud after exposure.

  • Change Your Passwords Promptly
  • Enable Two-Factor Authentication
  • Monitor Your Financial Accounts Closely
  • Report Suspicious Activity to Authorities
  • Stay Alert for Phishing Attempts