Last Updated on September 23, 2020 by Ellen Christian
Is your private information private? There is so much to worry about today with identity threats both online and off line. I always thought that by monitoring my credit I was being safe but there is really so much more to be concerned about. It makes me really nervous when I think about who is looking at my personal identity information and where those threats might come from.
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Is Your Private Information Private?
We have all sorts of private information out there. We have banking information, credit information, court records, marriage licenses, birth certificates and other types of public records. Just how private is this information? How would I know if someone had requested copies and what would they do with it? And how would I stop them if they weren’t supposed to have that information?
I used to be the Town Clerk in our town and was responsible for filing public records like birth certificates, marriage licenses and mortgages. Most people had no idea that this is all public information. It’s simply a matter of paying the fee to receive a copy whether it’s your information or someone else’s. There is no notification process if someone requests a copy of your birth certificate or mortgage if it isn’t you.
Thankfully, LifeLock offers an identity theft protection service that includes a comprehensive, proprietary method of scanning for identity threats. This is so much more than credit monitoring. LifeLock not only monitors your personal information for new credit and non-credit applications and address changes, but they also search known criminal websites for illegal selling of your personal information. That happens more often than you are aware especially considering how often online shopping sites get hacked.
LifeLock reviews each attempt to misuse your identity, and contacts you anytime they detect an exposure or threat. LifeLock Ultimate® protection goes one step further. If they detect a change to the contact information on your bank accounts, they’ll contact you to help correct the situation fast. You can even get a TEXT from them which is extremely convenient. I always have my iPhone with me and I check my texts immediately.
As a LifeLock ambassador, I recently signed up for their service and was amazed at how easy it really is. Not only do they monitor your identify information, they will help remove your name from those pre-approved credit card offers. They’ll even help if you lose your wallet! Of course, they also offer credit monitoring services and will let you know if your credit score changes. This is such a huge peace of mind for me.
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I have been working on getting everything back up to par and it terrifies me of someone taking my information and wrecking it all.
I know. I feel the same way, Debi!
This privacy matter really scares me. Glad there are options to help.
It really is frightening, Francine!
I sure hope so! We work hard to keep it that way!
We do too, Emily!
I have heard so many great things about LifeLock. My husband and I need to look into this especially since we are woing hard on our credit and keep it good so we can buy a house within the next few years.
It’d definitely important to keep your eyes on your credit score!
I’ve read about this several times recently and it sounds like a great product to keep us secure.
It definitely is, Racquel. It’s found several issues for me so far.
This is a worry for all of us now. It seems like our privacy is being invaded more and more. We will all have to look into Lifelock.
It really is so much more of a concern these days.
Protecting yourself is so important these days. Sounds like when you have Lifelock, you are well protected.
I agree, Brett. I feel much more secure.
Identity Theft happens way to much. It is scary how easy it is for people to access information
Totally agree, Tammilee!
I did not realize that anyone could access my mortgage information, that is scary! Lifelock sounds like a great way to protect your life, something to look into, thanks.
A lot of people don’t realize that, Kathleen.
We have been talking about this a ton lately. Something that really needs to be addressed at our house!
We felt the same way, Aimee!
This is so nuts. I need to check this out.
Let me know if you have any questions!
I really need to check this out! My mom was a victim of ID fraud!
That must have been so frightening!
This is SO scary! I have heard great things about Lifelock, I need to check it out.
Definitely recommend you do. I was amazed at what information they check.
Ugh. I always worry about identity theft. It’s more than just credit cards now. Thieves are actually raiding bank accounts!
I know, Jennifer! It’s just everywhere!
I have heard great things about Lifelock! I am always worried about identity theft, after my family and my friends have been through it.
Same here, Pam. It’s so damaging!
I am always worried about identity theft! It’s crazy just how much information people can get about us! I need to look into better protection, like this!
I agree, Meagan. It’s just frightening!
It scares me to think of how much of our info is out there and at risk – great post!!
Thanks, Tammi, and I agree. It’s really something to think about.
This totally scares me. Are we ever secure enough? I think its time I look into it. Thank you 🙂
I agree, Laura. The world is really scary some times!
I am going to have a conversation with my husband about signing up for LifeLock. I truly worry about my information being stolen.
So do I, Robin! It’s scary!