AllClear ID Blog

Allison here.  My previous blog about a Google Checkout scam that is successfully targeting a lot of people on Craigslist has gotten a lot of attention from our customers.  Many of you have been affected, so I want to share more information on this scam. Google Checkout (now part of Google Wallet) is a legitimate […]

Jackie here. Fraud alerts and credit freezes are some of the tools available to you to better protect your credit. The Identity Theft Resource Center has quite a bit of information about this topic, and we’ve consolidated some of that information for you on our blog. Here’s what you need to know: What Is a […]

Jackie here. Are you using email safely? If not, you could be exposing yourself to scams, phishing attempts, malware, ID theft, and a host of other problems. How can you protect yourself? Avoid these risky email practices for a safer email experience. Clicking on Unknown Links If you’re not absolutely certain about a link, don’t […]

Jackie here. Do you have a bad password? The annual round-up of most common passwords by SplashData is out, and unfortunately the list is filled with poor password choices. Do you see your password on the list? If you do, it’s time for a change. Creating a strong password is an essential way to protect […]

Jackie here. Do you share secrets with Siri, Alexa, or another digital assistant? A convenient way to get answers to embarrassing medical questions, directions to favorite hotspots, and the latest news and traffic, digital assistants can provide the information you need on the go. Unfortunately, this convenience may come with a price to your privacy. […]

By Marissa Rodriguez In today’s digital world, email is one of the main ways we contact each other. 14 years ago, Congress signed a set of rules called the CAN-SPAM Act designed to protect consumer privacy and limit the amount and type of unsolicited marketing messages they receive. This could also be applied to text […]

Jackie here. If you haven’t heard of or thought about in store tracking, you are likely missing an emerging privacy trend. Retailers are increasingly turning to your smartphone to gather data about you and to track your movements throughout the store. Here’s what you need to know: In Store Tracking- Does it Really Happen? In […]

Jackie here. The holiday shopping season is here. How are keeping yourself safe from ID theft? Here are some essential tips for safe holiday shopping. Check Your Statements More Often– As you start making more holiday purchases, it can be more difficult to spot credit card fraud. During the holiday season, pay extra attention to […]

AllClear ID proudly sponsors and provides financial support to the ITRC. For more information on the ITRC’s financial support relationships please visit their website. Part of the job of the Identity Theft Resource Center is to analyze the criminal trends and victim calls to uncover where identity theft and its related crimes will lead in […]

Jackie here. Scams involving mobile devices are becoming more common, according to the FTC. Last year more than 6% of all identity theft reported to the FTC involved mobile device fraud. As mobile devices continue to grow in popularity, this phenomenon will likely continue. What Is Mobile Device Fraud? Mobile device fraud has many faces. […]