IDENTITY FRAUD CENTRE

EXPERT INFORMATION FROM EXPERIAN

Fraud Basics — Introduction

Identity fraud is one of the fastest-growing crimes of the 21st century, with both opportunist and organised criminals getting hold of personal information and borrowing money or running up debts in their victims’ names.

In the identity fraud centre, Experian reveals who identity thieves target, what information they use, how to protect yourself — and why checking your credit report regularly is such an effective tool in fighting identity fraud that it’s recommended by the government.

Click on the following links to access the articles:

10 ways to keep your identity safe

How ProtectMyID helps to protect against identity fraud

How at risk is your identity?

What to do if your identity is stolen

Are you at risk?

Social networking scams

Staying safe online

10 most wanted items on an identity fraudster's wish list

10 top tips - protect yourself from identity fraud

Top tips - safe social networking

Young single and at risk of identity fraud