According to the Consumer Sentinel Network, maintained and updated by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), there were 1.1 million reports of identity theft in 2022 [*]. This makes up for almost 22% of all fraud reports received by the FTC last year. Among these, credit card fraud topped th...
The term “identity theft” encompasses a broad range of methods of stealing other people’s information. However, it is common for a thief to target high-value information, such as a Social Security number, and use it to buy something, open an account, or commit fraud that involves imperso...
Falling victim to identity theft and fraud can be unpleasant enough, but getting your money back can be a real headache. While banks, current account providers and other financial institutions have systems in place to sort out rogue transactions, the process is not always straightforward, as the...
People tend to think of identity theft as something that takes place online. Unfortunately, the internet is not the only place where identity theft occurs. The Federal Trade Commission received more than 1 million reports of identity theft in 20231 To help prevent it, here are seven c...
authentication. This means that in addition to a username and password, you use a second method of identification, such as a code sent to your cellphone or email address. Using two identification methods each time you log in better protects your account from unauthorized use andiden...
While there's no way to prevent credit card fraud, you can familiarize yourself with common methods of fraud and how you can protect yourself.
Apple’s “Security Recommendations” is a password monitoring feature that aims to provide iOS users with additional warning of any data leaks. Security Recommendations ensures users can update their passwords before a data breach occurs, reducing the risk of identity theft or fraud. Many cybersec...
Be alert if business partners or potential clients mention strange interactions they've had with "you" on platforms you don't use. Also, watch for signs that someone is using your identity to apply for jobs, loans, or submit insurance claims in your name. ...
Your domain name is a key part of your website’s identity. From experience, we know that the right domain name can set your site up for success. It’s worth spending some time to choose one that fits your brand well. However, try not to overthink it. Getting stuck in the re...
It can be somewhat inconvenient, because you need to remember to lift the freeze when you want to apply for credit. But, it's not as inconvenient as dealing with fraud or identity theft. It might be hard to remember if you have a credit freeze in place, especially if you placed it a...