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Action You Must Take after your identity is stolenOnce you have done this, you need to contact each of the credit reporting agencies' fraud departments to start the process of removing the transaction from your credit report.Preventing Identity TheftPreventing identity theft starts with knowledge, because knowledge is power. Knowing how and where criminals get identities is crucial to stopping this crime. The first step in identity theft prevention is building identity theft protection into your computer.
Next, make sure whenever you are about to enter your credit card information on a website that you know whose site it is. Avoid clicking on links in e-mails to sites that want your information. These criminals are experts at making their fraudulent site look like the real thing. Instead, type in the URL yourself, and confirm that it is the correct site. Never enter credit card information on a site that is not secure. There should be icons on the site telling you that it is secure. Also, the address will read https, instead of just http. Never give out your passwords, and do not let the computer store your passwords, even if it does make your life more convenient. Hackers know exactly where these files are! Keep your passwords long and hard to guess. Keeping your identity safe starts with proper steps to prevent identity theft. Do not take this crime lightly. Having your identity stolen can lead to months and years of frustration, and fraudulent charges. Some thieves can even steal your money from your checking account before you have an idea that there is a problem. Protect yourself from identity theft now! Related ArticlesYou may be the victim of credit card fraud - Find out how?Victim of bad credit? Worry not, find a quick solution Credit Card Debt Is An Awful Thing - Learn How To Come Out Of It Hidden Costs on Credit Cards - Do You Know the Terms? Credit card counseling Not only for the bankrupt Choosing the Right Debt Consolidation Method Late Fees on Credit Cards |
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