Identify theft

Identify theft is an illegal activity of stealing personal information often for financial gain.

Identify theft can happen both online and offline.

Examples of identity theft includes:

Example of protection from identity theft or dealing with one:

Blocking creation of accounts under your name.

Review your financial activity often for unrecognized transactions.

Use secure passwords, for sensitive accounts use multi-factor authentication.

Don’t share personal information with strangers.

Be vigilant for phishing attempts.

Make sure that your wireless network is secure.

Order credit unions reports that will uncover if credits had been opened under your name.