Deter - Detect - Defend * Fighting Back Against Identity Theft

According to the Federal Trade Commission, millions of Americans have their identity stolen each year. They want you to have the information needed to protect yourself against identity theft. In order to guard yourself against identity theft, it is important to:

DETER identity thieves by safeguarding your information.

DETECT suspicious activity by routinely monitoring your financial accounts and billing statements.

DEFEND against ID theft as soon as you suspect a problem.

The following brochures and slide presentations can be used to educate yourself or others about how to deter, detect, and defend against identity theft are available on the site. The materials are available in English and Spanish.

	Deter, Detect, Defend A brochure with easy-to-read tips (PDF - 207KB)		Talking About Identity Theft: A How-To Guide A guide with tips to educate consumers (PDF - 6.25MB)
	Presentation Slides A presentation on identity theft (PowerPoint - 893KB)		Take Charge: Fighting Back Against Identity Theft (PDF 4.9MB)