Fraud & Identity Theft
You can take steps to protect yourself from credit fraud and identity theft. Explore to learn more about the warning signs of fraud and what to do if you’re a victim of identity theft.
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How to Identify Fraud
To identify fraud, you should carefully review your credit report:
- Accounts: If you see a newly opened account that you don’t recognize, this could be a sign that a criminal obtained a line of credit using your identity.
- Inquiries: In the “Requests viewed by others” section of your credit report, review the list of creditors for any names you don’t recognize.
- Addresses: If you discover an address you’ve never lived at on your credit report, this could be a sign that someone has tried to obtain credit in your name.
How to Report Fraud
To report fraud to Experian, visit the Fraud center.
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