While you may think taking this precaution to protect your card will make it safer, it actually makes it less secure. Here's ...

The Social Security Administration said you should never laminate your physical Social Security card. Doing so can prevent ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) just announced a major update. Starting this summer, Americans with a "My Social Security" account will be able to access their digital Social Security number ...

Losing your Social Security card, or discovering it's been stolen, can put your financial security at serious risk, so what should you do if you have lost it or had it robbed? Here ...

When you apply for a Social Security card, the SSA requires original documents or certified copies to verify your identity, age, and citizenship or immigration status. This policy helps prevent fraud ...

Social Security Numbers (SSN) were created in 1936 to track the earnings of U.S. workers. This information was used to determine Social Security benefits. Today, nearly every legal resident of the U.S ...

The Social Security number is a vital piece of information for most Americans, used frequently in various aspects of life, from medical appointments to tax filings. Many individuals memorize their ...

It can be a stressful event to lose your Social Security card, but the process to replace Social Security card is not as complicated as most people expect. Losing, stealing, or damaging a card can be ...

The Social Security Administration's chief data officer said last week that the Department of Government Efficiency uploaded ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- The ABC7 I-Team is on the case of a local 18-year-old student who had no Social Security number. Without it, he couldn't work, open a bank account or plan for his future. Now, the ...