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DIGITAL SAFETYSM CENTER FOR FAMILIES


IDENTITY THEFT. IT’S MORE COMMON THAN YOU THINK.


GET THE FACTS FAMILIES NEED TO KNOW.

Families today are 30% more likely to experience identity fraud than
individuals.1 Here are some ways your family can stay safe, so you can keep
doing what you love online with confidence.




IDENTITY THEFT


FACTS VS. FICTION

Here are some common myths to steer clear of



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THE MYTH


IF IDENTITY
FRAUD OCCURS, MY BANK
WILL TAKE CARE OF IT.

THE REALITY

Over two thirds of identity fraud victims say their financial institution did
not resolve the fraud.2 The reality is that while banks may reverse a fraudulent
charge, identity theft has additional consequences, which can follow families
for years. When a criminal steals your identity, your online accounts, credit,
loans, taxes, and government benefits all could be affected. That’s why
comprehensive identity protection with full-service remediation is so critical
today.



THE MYTH


IDENTITY THEFT ONLY HAPPENS TO ADULTS.

THE REALITY

One in 50 children were victims of identity fraud in 2021, and one in 45
children had their identities compromised in a data breach.1 Kids are especially
vulnerable because they have “clean credit” — typically they don’t have credit
reports at all — which criminals can exploit for years. Many young adults
discover they’re victims when they go to apply for financial aid or a school
loan for the first time, when much of the damage has already been done.



THE MYTH


I CAN RESOLVE
IDENTITY THEFT QUICKLY
ON MY OWN.

THE REALITY

You can manage identity theft on your own, but why would you want to? We’ve seen
it take hours or even weeks to resolve. Much of that untangling happens during
business hours, which means if you or a loved one become a victim, your work
life could be significantly impacted. We help members save time and stress by
managing identity threats on their behalf, and we can do the same for you.



THE MYTH


IDENTITY PROTECTION SERVICES AREN'T CHEAP.

THE REALITY

Identity theft can be costly, and delay victims from achieving financial
milestones like buying a first home or car. In 2021, 42 million U.S. consumers
were affected by identity fraud, with an average loss of $1,551 per victim.3 So
identity protection is a small investment in your family’s financial future.
Plus, your company may offer coverage as an employee benefit, which ensures the
lowest price available. In that case, you can protect your whole family for as
little as 1-2 lattes per month.



THE MYTH


I CHANGE MY PASSWORDS REGULARLY. THAT’S ENOUGH TO PROTECT MY IDENTITY.

THE REALITY

While we highly recommend creating strong, unique passwords for every online
account, updating them regularly, and using two-factor authentication, these
mitigation strategies alone won't prevent identity theft. Emerging threats like
phishing, malware, and third-party data breaches still put personal information
at risk every day.



THE MYTH


ELDERLY PARENTS DON’T HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT DIGITAL FRAUD.

THE REALITY

Older Americans are more connected than ever before.4 Unfortunately, millions of
seniors fall victim to financial schemes every year, including romance, lottery,
tech support, and government impersonation scams.5 Those with nest eggs saved
for retirement can be especially appealing targets for cybercriminals. In 2021,
victims over the age of 60 reported losses of $1.7 billion, a 74% increase in
losses from 2020. The average loss per elder fraud victim was $18,246.6



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IDENTITY THEFT BASICS FOR FAMILIES

From toddlers to elderly parents, everyone is vulnerable to identity theft. So
we’ve put together some resources to help you understand how families are
targeted and what steps you can take to help protect yourself and your loved
ones.

 * Older Adults
 * Family
 * Children


OLDER ADULTS

ARTICLE

A GUIDE TO IDENTITY FRAUD AND SCAMS FOR SENIORS AND THEIR LOVED ONES

Allstate Identity Protection



Article

EMAIL SAFETY TIPS FOR OLDER ADULTS AND FAMILIES

Allstate Identity Protection



Article

SCAMS TARGETING SENIORS ON SOCIAL MEDIA — AND HOW TO STAY A STEP AHEAD

Allstate Identity Protection



Article

TIPS TO HELP SENIORS STAY SAFE FROM PHONE SCAMS

Allstate Identity Protection



Article

HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR MENTAL HEALTH AFTER EXPERIENCING FRAUD

Allstate Identity Protection


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FAMILY

Article

STEPS YOU SHOULD TAKE IF YOUR CHILD’S IDENTITY IS STOLEN

Allstate Identity Protection



Article

CAN AN IDENTITY THIEF STEAL YOUR HOME? FIND OUT WHAT YOU CAN DO

Allstate Identity Protection



Video

ARE YOU DOING ENOUGH TO KEEP YOURSELF AND YOUR KIDS SAFE ONLINE?

Allstate Identity Protection



Article

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT IDENTITY THEFT AFTER THE DEATH OF A LOVED ONE

Allstate Identity Protection



Article

HOW TO PROTECT AGAINST TRAVEL SCAMS

Allstate Identity Protection



Article

ARE 401(K)S VULNERABLE TO CYBERATTACKS?

Allstate Identity Protection


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CHILDREN

Article

5 CYBER SAFETY TIPS FOR PARENTS TO HELP KEEP KIDS SAFE ONLINE

Allstate Cyber Safety Program



Article

6 STEPS TO HELP SHIELD KIDS AND TEENS FROM IDENTITY THEFT

Allstate Identity Protection



Article

BACK TO SCHOOL PRIVACY TIPS FOR PARENTS

Allstate Identity Protection



Article

IS YOUR CHILD BEING BULLIED ON SOCIAL MEDIA?

Allstate Identity Protection


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OLDER ADULTS
 * Other Categories
   Older Adults Family Children

ARTICLE

A GUIDE TO IDENTITY FRAUD AND SCAMS FOR SENIORS AND THEIR LOVED ONES

Allstate Identity Protection



Article

EMAIL SAFETY TIPS FOR OLDER ADULTS AND FAMILIES

Allstate Identity Protection



Article

SCAMS TARGETING SENIORS ON SOCIAL MEDIA — AND HOW TO STAY A STEP AHEAD

Allstate Identity Protection



Article

TIPS TO HELP SENIORS STAY SAFE FROM PHONE SCAMS

Allstate Identity Protection



Article

HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR MENTAL HEALTH AFTER EXPERIENCING FRAUD

Allstate Identity Protection


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Article

STEPS YOU SHOULD TAKE IF YOUR CHILD’S IDENTITY IS STOLEN

Allstate Identity Protection



Article

CAN AN IDENTITY THIEF STEAL YOUR HOME? FIND OUT WHAT YOU CAN DO

Allstate Identity Protection



Video

ARE YOU DOING ENOUGH TO KEEP YOURSELF AND YOUR KIDS SAFE ONLINE?

Allstate Identity Protection



Article

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT IDENTITY THEFT AFTER THE DEATH OF A LOVED ONE

Allstate Identity Protection



Article

HOW TO PROTECT AGAINST TRAVEL SCAMS

Allstate Identity Protection



Article

ARE 401(K)S VULNERABLE TO CYBERATTACKS?

Allstate Identity Protection


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Article

5 CYBER SAFETY TIPS FOR PARENTS TO HELP KEEP KIDS SAFE ONLINE

Allstate Cyber Safety Program



Article

6 STEPS TO HELP SHIELD KIDS AND TEENS FROM IDENTITY THEFT

Allstate Identity Protection



Article

BACK TO SCHOOL PRIVACY TIPS FOR PARENTS

Allstate Identity Protection



Article

IS YOUR CHILD BEING BULLIED ON SOCIAL MEDIA?

Allstate Identity Protection


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FACTS ABOUT FAMILIES AND IDENTITY FRAUD

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Families are more likely to fall victim to fraud

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Fraud costs are higher for families

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It takes families longer to resolve identity fraud

Source: Javelin Strategy & Research,
"Identity Fraud and Families — Impacts of a Digitally Connected Life," 2021

DISCOVER A BETTER WAY TO PROTECT YOUR FAMILY AGAINST FRAUD

When you enroll through work, you’ll secure the lowest price available, so you
can protect more and spend less.

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 1. Javelin Strategy and Research, “Child Identity Fraud: A Web of Deception and
    Loss,” November 2, 2021.
 2. Javelin Strategy & Research, “Identity Fraud Study: Shifting Angles,” 2021.
 3. Javelin Strategy and Research, “2022 Identity Fraud Study: The Virtual
    Battleground,” March 2022.           
 4. Think With Google, “Why marketers’ picture of seniors is getting old,” July
    2021.
 5. FBI, “Common Scams and Safety: Elder Fraud.”
 6. Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), “Elder Fraud Report 2021.”
 7. Javelin Strategy & Research, "Identity Fraud and Families — Impacts of a
    Digitally Connected Life," 2021

 

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