Identity theft is an ever-evolving industry. Companies put security measures in place and hackers find creative ways around them. From phishing scams to ATM skimmers, there doesn’t seem to be any limit to the risks to your personal data. It’s often up to you to take the appropriate steps to protect your identity and prevent credit fraud.
The articles in this section can help you do just that. Debt.com follows the latest hacks and ID theft scams so you can stay up-to-date and aware of the latest risks.
Below the articles, you can find Debt.com’s Top 10 identity theft prevention tips. And if you’ve become the victim, visit our Identity Theft Protection Page for more information. We can help you recover quickly and minimize the time, hassle and expense of securing your information.
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f you’ve ever been a victim of ID theft, then you know how important it is to protect yourself and your credit.
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