The Federal Trade Commission's website and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's website offer helpful information about credit and other related topics.
Visit identityTheft.gov to report identity theft and get a personal recovery plan that will:
Yes. The site's security protocols and measures protect the personal information you provide. You must enter your Social Security Number to receive a free credit report through AnnualCreditReport.com.
Not if you use the AnnualCreditReport.com site. We believe your Social Security Number is the most secure number to use, so our site accepts only that number.
However, since the ITIN has a similar format, you can use your ITIN if you submit your request to one of the three nationwide consumer credit reporting companies by mail. Once the company receives your request, they will verify your identity using their own procedures.
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