Spring Clean Your Digital Life: 7 Steps to Reduce Identity Theft Risk

Spring is the perfect time to refresh your routines — and that includes your digital habits. With identity theft on the rise, a little digital “spring cleaning” can make a big difference in protecting your personal information. And the best part: as a member, you have access to ProtectMyID® — a FREE identity theft monitoring benefit powered by Experian®.

1. Refresh your passwords

Strong, unique passwords are one of the easiest ways to block unauthorized access. If you’ve been reusing the same password across multiple accounts, now’s the time to update them. A password manager can help keep everything organized.

2. Turn on multi‑factor authentication

Adding a second verification step — like a text code or authentication app — makes it significantly harder for someone to break into your accounts, even if they have your password.

3. Review your financial activity

Take a few minutes to scan your bank, credit card, and loan statements. Spotting unusual charges early can prevent bigger problems later.

4. Check your credit report

Your ProtectMyID benefit includes daily credit monitoring and alerts. Reviewing your credit report helps you catch suspicious activity, such as unfamiliar accounts or inquiries.

5. Close or delete old accounts

Unused accounts can become easy targets for fraud. If you haven’t logged into an account in years, consider closing it to reduce your exposure.

6. Update your devices and apps

Software updates often include important security patches. Make sure your phone, computer, and apps are running the latest versions.

7. Secure your home network

Update your Wi‑Fi password, check your router settings, and avoid using public Wi‑Fi for sensitive tasks like banking or shopping.

Why Sign Up for ProtectMyID?

ProtectMyID gives you:

• Daily credit monitoring