Here are the best identity theft protection services to identify breaches and mitigate potential damage in 2026.

Identity theft rarely starts with a dramatic five‑figure charge or a drained bank account. More often, the first clue is a tiny anomaly that is easy to ignore, like a small transaction you do not ...

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With 83% of consumers fearing they’ll become identity theft victims within two years and AI-generated scams becoming nearly indistinguishable from legitimate communications, traditional security ...

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GREENSBORO, N.C. — "There's no morality here that scammers are not going to do that to kids. Kids are just as much of a target, if not more so," said Eva Velasquez, CEO, Identity Theft Resource Center ...

Physical ID theft recovery proves more complex than credit card fraud, requiring police reports across multiple jurisdictions and extensive documentation.

Identity theft has evolved far beyond stolen wallets and phishing emails. Criminals are now using an ever-increasing variety of tools that include AI-powered scams and deepfake videos to open accounts ...