About this blog
This blog is by Protect My ID - the Experian service that will:
- Monitor your credit report
- Alert you to signs of identity fraud
- Help you resolve any fraud issues
- Insure you for up to £75,000 of fraud resolution costs
- Estimate your fraud risk level
- Give you tips to avoid ID fraud
About ID fraud and ID theft
ID theft happens when a fraudster finds out your personal information in order to impersonate you. ID fraud happens when they use that information to run up bills or buy goods in your name.They could do this by, for instance, applying for credit using your details - but give a different home address. You would never see the bills - but your credit report would show you've got unpaid debts.
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Wise up to the danger of smartphones
Thieves can use your smartphone to empty your bank accounts or order goods in your name – even if the handset never leaves your side. That’s because nearly a third of smartphone users take advantage of public wireless networks. Continue reading
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