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Social Security warns about scams, provides scam awareness information
Source: Social Security Administration
Social Security imposter scams continue to be widespread across the United States. Scammers use tactics to deceive you into providing sensitive information or money. If you receive a suspicious letter, text, email, or call, do not respond.
We will never:
- Text or email images of an employee’s official government identification.
- Suspend your Social Security Number
- Threaten you with arrest or other legal action unless you immediately pay a fine or fee
- Require payment by retail gift card, wire transfer, internet currency, or cash by mail
- Promise a benefit increase or other assistance in exchange for payment
- Mail or email “official” letters or reports containing your personal information
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