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Whether you've been targeted or just want to be prepared, help is available — and it's free.

Free hotlines and resources

These are official, government-backed services. No one should charge you to use them.

FTC Identity Theft Hotline

Report identity theft and get a personalized recovery plan.

1-877-438-4338

Mon–Fri, 9 AM–8 PM ET

IdentityTheft.gov

Social Security Fraud Hotline

Report Social Security number misuse or benefit fraud.

1-800-269-0271

10 AM–4 PM ET, Mon–Fri

oig.ssa.gov

Medicare Fraud Hotline

Report Medicare fraud, errors, or abuse.

1-800-633-4227

24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Medicare.gov

AARP Fraud Watch Helpline

Free fraud prevention support and guidance for older adults.

1-877-908-3360

Mon–Fri, 7 AM–11 PM ET

AARP Fraud Watch

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Submit complaints about financial products and get help resolving issues.

1-855-411-2372

Mon–Fri, 8 AM–8 PM ET

ConsumerFinance.gov

Annual Credit Report

Request your free credit reports from all three bureaus.

1-877-322-8228

24 hours a day, 7 days a week

AnnualCreditReport.com

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