Every 22 seconds, someone falls victim to identity theft, making early detection and a fast response more critical than ever.

Here are the best identity theft protection services to identify breaches and mitigate potential damage in 2026.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Alex Vakulov is a cybersecurity expert focused on consumer security. If safeguarding your identity from theft is a top priority, ...

Learn about important steps you can take to prevent your identity from being stolen. Follow these 11 tips to reduce your ...

Marshall Gunnell is a Tokyo-based tech journalist and editor with over a decade of experience covering IT, cybersecurity and data storage. Alongside CNET, his work has appeared in ZDNET, Business ...

According to Kiplinger Magazine (2025), identity theft impacts approximately one-third of Americans. My belief is that given personal behavior and data breaches, there are far more victims. As someone ...

Webroot - a cybersecurity company that provides integrated device, privacy, and identity protection solutions designed to help individuals and families safeguard their personal data and digital lives ...

Identity theft has evolved far beyond stolen wallets and phishing emails. Criminals are now using an ever-increasing variety of tools that include AI-powered scams and deepfake videos to open accounts ...