🔒Scam Alert

Social Security Scams

Social Security scams involve callers claiming your Social Security number has been suspended, used in a crime, or compromised. They threaten arrest and demand payment or personal information to resolve the issue.

Search for a phone number to check if it's been reported as a social security scam

Warning Signs of Social Security Scams

•Caller claims your SSN has been 'suspended' (not possible)
•Says your SSN was used in a crime
•Threatens arrest warrant or immediate legal action
•Demands payment to fix the problem
•Asks you to confirm your full Social Security number
•Caller ID shows Social Security Administration

How to Protect Yourself

✓Social Security numbers cannot be suspended
✓SSA doesn't threaten arrest over the phone
✓SSA contacts you by mail for issues
✓Never give your SSN to unsolicited callers
✓Verify by calling SSA at 1-800-772-1213

What to Do If You're Targeted

1.Hang up without providing any information
2.Report to SSA Inspector General at oig.ssa.gov
3.Report to FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov
4.Monitor your credit reports for unauthorized activity
5.Consider a credit freeze if you shared your SSN

Report a Social Security Scam

Help protect others by reporting scam calls. Search for the number above and submit a report, or report directly to official agencies.

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