Identity protection means treating your personal information like cash or a valuable commodity — being careful not to leave it around, and being thoughtful about who is asking for it, why they need it, and how they’re going to safeguard it for you.
Help people in your community learn how to make identity protection part of their routine and what they should do if an identity thief strikes.
You can raise awareness about identity theft in many ways.
Reach out to your community to raise awareness of identity protection
Get to-do lists and resources to plan and host an event in your community.
To order free copies, use our online ordering form. Allow four to six weeks for delivery.
Guide with tips about protecting your information, and instructions, sample forms, and letters to help recover from theft
Booklet to help parents and guardians protect a child’s information and repair damage caused by theft
Easy-to-copy brochure covering the basics: how to avoid and recover from identity theft
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is the nation’s consumer protection agency. The FTC works to prevent fraudulent, deceptive and unfair business practices in the marketplace.
