How To Protect Yourself

Now, all this identity theft seems mighty scary, but there are many ways to protect yourself. It is very important to get rid of all unnecessary documents. When throwing out bank statements, or anything with personal information on it, many people make use of paper shredders. This is a very good idea. Rarely give your credit card number out over phone unless you are positive that it is a trustworthy business, and even in that case, exercise caution. Finally, keeping track of wallets, purses, and any important documents is key to successfully defending yourself from identity theft.

If identity theft does occur, there are many steps you can take to make sure you are not harmed financially. Canceling a credit card is obvious choice. However, you can also put out a “Fraud Alert” on your credit card. This will allow you to review your credit card statements as much as you like. You can look for any strange purchases, or account openings, or anything out of ordinary. The two types of alert are “initial alert” (90 days) and “extended alert” (seven years). Other steps you can take are closing accounts that you believe have been tampered with. You can also notify police.

Conclusion

Identity Theft is a serious crime, with serious consequences. However, if you take precautions, and know what to do in event of identity theft, you will be safer. The key to protecting yourself is knowing what you’re up against.

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