Identity Rescue-Identity Theft Assistance

Example

Guiding users through the process of reporting identity theft to the FTC via identitytheft.gov and advising on the benefits of an Identity Theft Report for law enforcement and credit dispute purposes.

Scenario

A user finds out that someone has opened several credit accounts in their name. Identity Rescue provides instructions on how to report this to the FTC and helps the user navigate the process of securing a police report if necessary.

Example

Helping users set up credit monitoring through major bureaus like Experian, TransUnion, and Equifax to alert them of any new inquiries or accounts opened in their names.

Scenario

A user receives an alert about a new credit application they did not initiate. Identity Rescue assists in immediately placing a fraud alert on their credit reports and guides them on how to review their credit file for suspicious activity.

Example

Advising on preventive measures such as credit freezes or locks, and providing detailed steps for how to implement these strategies with each credit bureau.

Scenario

After experiencing a data breach, a user seeks to prevent further misuse of their information. Identity Rescue explains how to place a security freeze on their credit reports and discusses the implications for future credit applications.