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Identity Theft Protection

Learn how to protect your identity, monitor for fraudulent activity, and respond quickly to potential compromises.

Key Practices

  • Credit monitoring: Regularly review your credit reports and sign up for alerts from credit bureaus to catch unauthorized activity early.
  • Personal information protection: Shred sensitive documents and be cautious about sharing personal details online or over the phone.
  • Document security: Store sensitive physical and digital documents securely with restricted access and encryption where possible.
  • Recovery procedures: Know how to report identity theft to authorities and financial institutions, and have a plan to minimize damage and restore your identity.

Identity theft can have long‑lasting consequences. Proactive monitoring and safe handling of personal information will reduce your risk, and understanding recovery procedures will help you respond quickly if a breach occurs.