Of course. Do you suspect that you have a security freeze, fraud alert, or both on your credit report then?
Yes, I do. Let's say I have reason to believe so.
In that case you can still open a my Social Security account by temporarily lifting it. Contact our Identity Services Provider and request that they temporarily lift your security freeze or fraud alert. Create a my Social Security account online after lifting the security freeze or fraud alert.
That pretty much answers my question, thank you. And then I can create an account, right? What if someone else already opened an account in my stead?
Social Security is dedicated to protecting the information and resources entrusted to us , including your personal information and investment. You are the only one who can create your personal my Social Security account for your own exclusive use. No one can create or use an account on your behalf, even with written permission.
Ah, ok. I probably have to verify my identity then?
Yes, you'll be asked to verify your identity by providing personal information about yourself and answering questions that only you are likely to know.
Is that safe?
Yes, it is safe. You are the only one who can create your personal my Social Security account for your own exclusive use.
And I can create such an account after lifting my security freeze, right?
Yes, you can create a my Social Security account online after lifting the security freeze or fraud alert.
And then I verify my identity and such, correct?