Identity Theft Protection Services
Frequently Asked Questions about Identity Theft Protection Services.
What do thieves do once they steal my identity?
Identity thieves continue to come up with new ways to benefit from your stolen identity. The most common thing an identity thief does is open up a new account in your name. This can be a credit card account, a bank account which they use to write bad checks, a phone or wireless phone account, or a utility account such as heat, electricity or television. The thief then racks up charges in your name and never pays them, leaving creditors to come after you. Another common tactic is to take out a loan in your name for something like a car or even a house. Identity thieves also commonly use your identity in dealings with the government. The purpose of this can vary from receiving benefits in your name (such as Social Security, or even a tax refund) to avoiding prosecution by giving police your information when arrested. Of course, when you don't show for the court date, a warrant is then issued for your arrest! We could go on, but suffice it to say, there are hundreds of ways for an identity thief to benefit from using your personal information.
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Will someone act on my behalf if my identity is stolen?
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Q: Do any of the identity theft protection companies you feature offer an advocates service if my identity is compromised or stolen? [...]
Does TrustedID cover legal costs to restore your identity?
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Q: Does TrustedID also cover legal costs which may occur during the restoration of your identity after ID theft?
A: Yes. TrustedID's identity theft [...]
If someone has stolen your identity, do you get the money back?
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Q: If someone has stolen your identity, and taken money out of your checking account or charged something using your bank account, do [...]
Will LifeLock protect my bank accounts?
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Q: I know that LifeLock protects your credit card, Social Security, driver's license, and address changes. But what about my bank accounts? I [...]
If our identity is stolen or compromised, would LifeLock do the paperwork con...
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Q: If our identity is stolen or compromised, would LifeLock do the paperwork connected to clearing my name/credit?
A: If your identity [...]
Should I sign up for identity theft protection right away?
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Q: My car was broken into tonight and my purse stolen. I have my driver license, passport, employee ID card and a [...]
How do I login to my Identity Guard account?
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Q: I am a member [of Identity Guard], how do I sign on to the member services when I am not on [...]
Do my husband and I need the Trusted ID family plan?
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Q: I have 2 credit cards. my husband has 3 credit cards and we both have ATM cards. We need the family [...]
What family members can be included in the Trusted ID family plan?
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Q: What family members can be included in the same services [with Trusted ID]?
A: Trusted ID's family plan covers any family members that [...]
I think I have been the victim of identity theft. What can I do?
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Q: I got my social on January of last year and I've been trying to make credit applying for credit cards and [...]
