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CrispyQ

(39,987 posts)
4. Maybe check your credit agency accounts just to be safe.
Tue May 13, 2025, 12:26 PM
May 13
https://www.equifax.com

https://www.experian.com/

https://www.transunion.com


If you haven't already, freeze your agency accounts. If you want to apply for a loan you'll have to unfreeze them.

Credit freeze: https://www.usa.gov/credit-freeze

From google:
Does credit freeze stop inquiries?
When you place a security freeze, creditors cannot access your credit report. This will keep them from approving any new credit account in your name, whether it is fraudulent or legitimate.

Can someone use my SSN if my credit is frozen?
AI Overview
Yes, someone can still potentially use your Social Security Number (SSN) even if your credit is frozen. While a credit freeze restricts access to your credit report, it primarily protects against new credit applications and doesn't prevent other uses of your SSN.

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Help with Paypal issue, please? [View all] SheltieLover May 13 OP
Strange. You aren't using a VPN, are you? hlthe2b May 13 #1
No, not using VPN. SheltieLover May 13 #2
Thankfully, no weird charges on my card. SheltieLover May 13 #3
Maybe check your credit agency accounts just to be safe. CrispyQ May 13 #4
Tyvm SheltieLover May 13 #5
I had similar, kozar May 21 #6
Thx, Koz SheltieLover May 21 #7
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