Here are the best identity theft protection services to identify breaches and mitigate potential damage in 2026.

Identity theft rarely starts with a dramatic five‑figure charge or a drained bank account. More often, the first clue is a tiny anomaly that is easy to ignore, like a small transaction you do not ...

Identity theft is more common than you think, and recovery is achievable if you act efficiently and decisively. Be sure to report your case to your bank, the relevant companies and the FTC, and take ...

As Identity Theft Awareness Week highlights the risks of identity theft, the News 8 On Your Side team provides crucial advice on how to protect yourself from becoming a victim.Every single person is a ...

Identity theft reports rose by 9% nationwide last year, representing the first year-over-year increase in identity theft reports since 2021. Florida residents reported the most issues of any state in ...

Avast Secure Identity Plan Avast’s Secure Identity Plan is an entry-level plan with basic identity monitoring features. It costs $9.99 per month and provides single-bureau credi ...

With 83% of consumers fearing they’ll become identity theft victims within two years and AI-generated scams becoming nearly indistinguishable from legitimate communications, traditional security ...

Identity theft refers to the illicit acquisition and utilization of an individual's private identifying information, typically for financial benefit, and it constitutes an escalating global issue. The ...

Google is making its “Identity Check” anti-theft feature more convenient by integrating it with smartwatch proximity. This allows users to use their PIN or password as a fallback to biometrics, even ...

ROXBORO, N.C. (WTVD) -- Identity theft cases are on the rise this year, and if the numbers continue to trend upward, experts say it could be a record-breaking year for identity theft. When your ...