09/02/2026
For most people, identity theft only becomes apparent once financial damage has begun. Learning the signs early can help you limit the damage.
▪️Be on the lookout for unusual wording, strange formatting, unexpected requests, messages that don’t match the sender, or urgency.
▪️Be skeptical of unsolicited calls, texts, or emails claiming to be from your financial institution, a delivery service, or a government agency (especially if they request personal information).
▪️Watch for unfamiliar charges, missing bills, debt collection calls, or loan denials.
If you suspect that you're the victim of identity theft, act quickly. Contact your bank or credit card issuer, change your passwords on compromised accounts, report the fraud at IdentityTheft.gov, and freeze your credit with Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion to prevent new accounts from being opened in your name.
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