Think a credit freeze is enough? In 2026, it's not. Understand the crucial differences between an SSN lock and a credit ...

Freezing your accounts at the three major credit bureaus is the best way to prevent thieves from opening new credit accounts in your name.

Identity theft is rising again. Here are five simple steps that dramatically cut your risk in 2026 and help stop fraud before ...

A credit freeze is simply a way to block banks and lenders from checking your credit report. Since lenders must check your ...

For decades, the standard advice for identity protection was simple: freeze your credit. By locking your files at Equifax, ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — No matter what your age, five years old, 35 years old, or 75 years old, you should have a freeze on your credit. Why? Because without it, an identity thief could use stolen ...

Did you know you can freeze your credit card if you fear it’s been compromised? A local police department is issuing a ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — 100% guaranteed. It would be nice to think you could keep yourself safe from all identity theft, but reality is that the scammers' only job is to figure out a new way to get your ...

In order to preserve your credit, it's vital to monitor accounts for unusual activity. When you suspect an account has been compromised, acting fast can help minimize the damage. You'll need to ...

Your personal information is valuable. If criminals get their hands on it, they can — among other things — open credit cards while pretending to be you. Then it’s up to you to shut down fraudulent ...

A credit freeze blocks new accounts, but it won’t alert you when criminals open bank accounts or take out payday loans in your name. Kim Komando explains why layers of protection are the only way to ...