Top Social Security Number Don'ts
To help prevent identity theft, be sure to follow the following suggestions.
- Don't write down or give out your SSN to anyone, without first checking to see if it is absolutely nessary
- Don't carry your Social Security card with you
- Don't have your SSN (or telephone number) printed on your checks
- Don't use your SSN on your driver's license (ask your state for another number instead)
- Don't give your SSN to anyone online, whether you know them or not
- Don't e-mail your SSN to anyone
- Don't store your SSN on your computer
- Don't apply for credit online that asks for your SSN
- Don't use your SSN as a password
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