9 Ways to Protect Yourself from Holiday Shopping Scams
The holidays are supposed to be a time of joy and fun, but they're also a prime time for scammers. Find out what the common holiday shopping scams are and how to protect yourself.
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Identity Theft and Scams
7 Types of Documents and Information You Shouldn't Share Online
Is it bad to post a picture of your driver's license online? Find out about seven types of information you shouldn't share online.
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5 Things Identity Thieves Don't Want You to Know
Though it's impossible to completely protect yourself from identity theft, changing some of your habits may help limit the risk.
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3 Kinds of Information You Should Never Share on Social Media
The popularity of social media may be putting consumer privacy at risk now more than ever. Here are three kinds of information you should never share.
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3 Ways to Protect Your Social Security Number From ID Theft
Your Social Security number is the master key to your medical, credit and tax identity. Here's what you can do to protect it.
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3 Ways to Protect Your Kids From ID Theft After Data Breaches
Data breaches that involve kids' information can be especially risky, because those clean credit records appeal to criminals. Here's what parents can do.
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How to Foil a Tax Scammer
Tax season — and tax scams — are in full swing. Here are 3 common scenarios and what you should know to keep from becoming a victim.
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A Step-by-Step Guide to Filing an Identity Theft Complaint
If you know or suspect your personal data has been compromised, what can you do to protect yourself? The FTC offers guidance.
