Find out your identity theft risk at every stage of life.
Why children can be vulnerable to identity theft:
Children Have Social Security Numbers and Clean Credit
Kids' clean credit histories make it easy for criminals to make new charges, open accounts and more.
Parents Tend to Overshare
Parents are proud of their kid's accomplishments. But, sharing too many details about your children can cause more harm than good.
Why millennials can be vulnerable to identity theft:
Accepting Unknown Friend Requests on Social Media
Unknown friend requests could open the door to criminals looking for personal information.
Tendency to Overshare
Sharing on social media is one thing. But sharing personal information like your birthday, address and phone number can lead to having your identity stolen.
Why recently separated couples can be vulnerable to identity theft:
Meeting New People
Letting new people into your life can lead to unintentionally over-sharing personal details. Be careful what you put out there on both social and dating websites.
The "Ex" Was in Charge of the Technology
If the "ex" was the tech-savvy one in the home, online activity can get less safe when you're on your own.
Why newlyweds can be vulnerable to identity theft:
Combining Finances Online
Planning for the bright financial future can mean making changes to existing financial accounts or opening new ones. All of which can expose personal information.
Oversharing Wedding and Honeymoon Details
Sharing where you're going to be and when and posting photos can expose details that make you vulnerable.
Why new parents can be vulnerable to identity theft:
Using Online Photo Storage and Oversharing
Sharing and storing photos online can make identity thieves aware of new additions to family.
Over-Tired Parents Pay Less Attention
New babies can mean less sleep. When parents let their guard down, they may not update security software and passwords.
New Medical Insurance and Other Forms Being Put into the System
New babies require forms that need to be filled out with personal information and routed through the system.
Why new homeowners can be vulnerable to identity theft:
They Often Give Out Personal Information
There is so much to do when you move, that giving out personal information can start to be routine.
Increased Online Activity
Shopping online for new things for the home can expose personal details.
Unattended Visitors Entering the Home
Buying or selling a home can bring unattended outsiders in.
