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How does identity theft happen?
Preventing identity theft begins with the question, “How does identity theft happen?” Understanding how identity theft works can help consumers protect themselves.

 

What is Identity Theft: Facts and Information

It may seem time-consuming to research and adopt best practices to prevent identity theft. However, identity theft prevention will ultimately save time in the long run.

 

Protecting Your Identity Online

Protecting your identity online is an increasingly important consideration. Keep reading to learn more about how to avoid identity theft online.

There’s only one you. Let’s keep it that way.

Whether you’re online or out in the world, we want you to be who you are, confidently and comfortably. That means knowing you have your very own identity protection — free of worry, free of charge. That’s the idea behind TrueIdentity.


With TrueIdentity 100% Free Identity Protection, you’re in control, in the know and informed wherever life takes you.

  • Worried your TransUnion credit report might be at risk? Lock it on your phone with a swipe and it stays locked until you unlock it with another swipe.
  • Someone applying for credit in your name? We send you an email, phone notification or text (your choice) the instant we find out.
  • Anxious to find out anytime there’s a critical change to your TransUnion credit information? Don’t worry, we’ll email you so you can log in, refresh in seconds and see the latest.
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