Packing for vacation? Here's some things to consider bringing -- and leaving at home -- to help reduce your risk of identity theft.

You can begin educating kids about basic Internet safety even at an early age. Here's a guide to what to talk about with kids as they grow older.

A security freeze, also known as a credit freeze, is one tool you can use to help protect your personal information against fraud or identity theft. Learn more about freezing your credit reports.

Don't take the phishing bait. Learn about some ways to make sure messages are legitimate before you click on a link or open an attachment.

Passwords are one of the most common ways hackers break into computers and steal personal data. Here are some suggestions for how to create strong passwords -- and storing all your passwords securely.

Even the most careful consumers can fall victim to identity theft. But some of your habits may raise your risk. Here's a few to consider breaking.

Are the seniors in your life aware of fraud and identity theft risks? Here are some ways to educate them on steps they can take to help better protect themselves.

Learn what tax-related identity theft is; steps to take if you believe you're a victim; and how to help better protect yourself against tax-related identity theft.

Your Social Security number is a key element of your identity, and is linked to your credit information. If you fear your Social Security card is lost or stolen, here are a few things you can do.

Children can be vulnerable to identity theft because they typically don't have credit reports -- meaning they are often a blank slate for fraudsters.

Learn about the most common types of identity theft, and what you can do to better protect yourself against being a victim.

A security freeze is one tool parents and legal guardians can use to restrict access to a minor dependent's credit report. Here are some commonly asked questions -- and answers.

Being a victim of identity theft can be a frightening experience. Learn more about the warning signs of ID theft and what to do if you believe your identity has been stolen.

Can't find your credit card? Don't panic. Here's a quick list of four things to do if you've misplaced a credit or debit card.

Identity thieves have gotten more sophisticated in their methods. The following includes some of the ways identity theft may happen.

Do you know what fraud alerts do, what types are available or how they work? Here are 7 things you might not know about fraud alerts.

Identity theft is committed when someone steals your personal information — such as your name, Social Security number, and date of birth — typically to hijack your credit and use it to open up new credit accounts.

Each can help you better protect your personal information, but they are not the same. Here's a closer look at how they function.

Sometimes consumers cannot completely protect themselves from the sophisticated tactics identity thieves use to get their hands on sensitive personal and financial information.