Placing a security freeze on your credit file is one way
to prevent identity theft.
Other preventative measures
The best deterrent to this crime is to be vigilant about
your personal information:
Keep your personal information, including your Social
Security number, in a locked, secure place in your home.
Shred financial documents, credit card offers and other
paperwork.
Ask if you can use an alternative identifier in place
of using your Social Security number.
Do not give out any personal information over the phone,
Internet or through the mail unless you are sure of the requestor.
Don't click on links sent in unsolicited emails. Instead,
type in a Web address you know. Make good use of firewalls, anti-spy ware,
and anti-virus software to protect your home computer and keep them up-to-date.
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