Understanding Identity Theft

Resources for Understanding Identity Theft

Unfortunately, identity theft is a fact in today’s society. It is important to understand how one’s identity can be stolen, how to protect yourself, and how to recover your identity if it is stolen. In this section, you will find a variety of articles and resources to help you understand identity theft.

Understanding Identity Theft Identity theft is a serious crime where people try to illegally use your personal information for their own gain.	How to Protect Your Personal Data Tips to help protect your personal data.
Quick Tips There are many proactive things you can do to help protect your accounts and help prevent fraud and identity theft.	Identity Theft - Immediate Steps Place a fraud alert on your credit reports, and review your credit reports.
What is Phishing? “Phishing” involves the use of fraudulent emails and copy-cat websites to trick you into revealing valuable personal information.	Identity Theft - Additional Steps Additional steps you can take after the immediate steps for theft of your identity.

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