5 Tips to Protect Against ID Theft

Identity theft occurs when personal information about an individual is stolen and used typically for financial gain. Criminals can obtain personal information electronically through hacking or illegally purchasing information from the Deep Web/Dark Web. They can also obtain information through paper records that are not properly disposed of or securely stored. Furthermore, they can trick you to disclose information using social engineering techniques and scams. There are five key steps you can take to protect yourself against identity theft.