1.
Never Give Personal Information
Never give anyone your personal information through emails or phone calls. It is easy for these people to take your idenity.
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Shred
Buy a shredder and shred ALL papers and documents that you are tossing out with any personal information.
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3.
Be aware
Be aware of how information for idenity theft is, stolen and protect yours.
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Hacking
Keep very good security on your computer in an attemptto avoid this evil. Keep your firewall and anti-virus updated. Scan ALL downloads before opening them.
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Social Security Card
Do Not carry, your Social security card in your wallet or purse. If someone stole it, they then have access to that information. Protect yourself against identity theft.
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Secure
Always use secure passwords and change them often.
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7.
Use Random Numbers and Letters for passwords
If you, use passwords, such as your mothers maiden name or the last four digits of your Social Security number crooks can get that information. You are better protected using random letters and numbers and remembering them.
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9.
Bills
If you notice your not getting the same bills as usual it is possible someone has, stolen your idenity.
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Credit Report
Keep a check on your credit report for suspicous activity.
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12.
www.Lifelock.com
A small fee is required but well worth it.
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