What should I do if I think someone is using my Social Security number?

Review your Social Security earnings record
Review the earnings posted to your record on your Social Security Statement. To get your online Statement, log into your personal my Social Security account and check your account. If you see any inconsistencies, contact the Social Security Administration.

Visit IdentityTheft.gov to report identity theft and get a recovery plan

IdentityTheft.gov guides you through each step of the recovery process.

Contact the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for issues involving taxes

If you believe someone is using your Social Security number to work, get your tax refund, or other abuses involving a taxes, contact the IRS online or call 1-800-908-4490.

Order a free credit report
You can order free credit reports annually from the three major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian and Trans Union).
Make a single request for all three credit bureau reports:

• Go online and fill out the Annual Credit Report Request Form, (Disclaimer), or
• Call 1-877-322-8228

File a police report
File a report with your local police or the police in the community where the identity theft took place.

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