Identity Theft Protection

Consumer interest in checking credit scores jumped 230 percent in a decade. Here’s why that’s a dangerous trend

By Sam Cook in Identity Theft Protection, on February 20, 2019 at 6:09 pm

US consumers are more interested in their credit scores thanks to FACTA, but it many may be losing interest in their more detailed credit reports.

In 1998 identity theft became a federal crime within the United States, thanks to the Identity Theft and Assumption Deterrence Act.

By Sam Cook in Identity Theft Protection, on August 25, 2018 at 5:50 pm

Identity theft is now among the biggest concerns related to cybercrime. The 2017 and 2018 identity theft statistics reveal some startling trends.

Identity theft and fraud is on the rise. We've compiled a list of some of the best resources and tools to keep you from being an easy target.

By Paul Bischoff in Identity Theft Protection, on February 19, 2016 at 12:27 pm

Use this handy guide to protect yourself from identity theft and identity fraud.

By Paul Bischoff in Identity Theft Protection, on February 18, 2016 at 9:29 am

Dealing with identity theft differs based on what country you live in. Here are the steps you need to take in the USA, Canada, the UK, and Australia.