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Fight These Common Identity Theft Scams in 2025
Stay safe from these common ID theft tactics that scammers use to snag your personal data. Get an IDShield Membership for protection today!
Credit Monitoring

Why is it Important to Check Your Credit Report?
Get some of the best ways you can clean up your credit report, plus easy actions you can take to check your credit report and monitor it all year long.

How to Freeze Your Credit
By learning how to freeze your credit, you can protect yourself from suspected identity theft. Follow these steps to freeze your credit.

What is a Credit Report Freeze?
By freezing your credit, you won't be able to apply for new lines of credit and restricts your current access. Here's everything to consider.
Data Breach

Data Breached? How to Regain Control After Your Personal Information Becomes Exposed
Personal information exposed in a data breach? Learn key steps like freezing credit files and securing your data to prevent identity theft & financial loss. Image Alt Text: As appropriate

AI-Driven Data Breaches: What You Need to Know
AI identity theft, including deepfake identity fraud puts your personal information at risk. Learn ways to protect your identity from AI-driven scams.

What is a Data Breach?
A data breach occurs when data is stolen. Stolen data can be used to commit identity fraud. Here's everything you need to know.
Fraud Protection

Payment App Scams: Tips to Help You Avoid Them
With the increase in usage of payment apps comes an inevitable increase in scams. Learn how to protect yourself.

Top 5 Steps to Help Protect Your Identity in 2025
Implement healthy strategies to protect your identity and your peace of mind. Check out our suggestions for how to put your security plans into action.

Buying Gift Cards for Loved Ones? Avoid These Common Scams
Did you know that you could be scammed just from buying a gift card? Our cybersecurity expert reveals critical tips to safeguard you & your money. Read now!