Social Security Number Don'ts

To prevent identification theft, be sure to follow the following suggestions.

• Don't write down or give out your SSN to anyone, without first checking to see if it is absolutely nessary
• Don't carry your Social Security card with you
• Don't have your SSN (or telephone number) printed on your checks
• Don't use your SSN on your driver's license (ask your state for another number instead)
• Don't give your SSN to anyone online, whether you know them or not
• Don't e-mail your SSN to anyone
• Don't store your SSN on your computer
• Don't apply for credit online that asks for your SSN
• Don't use your SSN as a password