Tax Season is Open Season for Identity Theft—Here’s How to Protect Yourself

It’s that time of year again. W-2s are flying out the door. 401(k) reviews are underway. And soon, millions of Americans will cut checks to the IRS.

But for cybercriminals, this isn’t just tax season—it’s prime hunting season.

Here’s why:

People are sharing sensitive documents, like Social Security numbers and dates of birth, more than usual. And hackers know how to exploit that.

Now imagine this: you’ve been targeted. Your identity is stolen, and the thief uses it to rack up debt or claim a fraudulent tax refund. When you try to fix it, you hit a wall—how do you prove you’re you and they’re not?

Let that sink in for a second.

Fixing identity theft isn’t just hard. It’s maddening. It can take months or even years to untangle.

So, what’s the solution?

The answer isn’t simple, but there’s some good news. You don’t have to wait for the worst to happen. You can take proactive steps today to protect yourself and your personal information.

This quick video walks you through exactly what to do: Watch it here.

Don’t wait until it’s too late.

Tax season may be open season for cybercriminals, but you can stay one step ahead. Start protecting yourself now—and make sure you’re not the one holding the bag when identity theft strikes.