Two-factor authentication is a security measure that makes you pass two security tests before gaining access to your account or device.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is introducing a new login requirement for accessing my Social Security accounts. This change aims to enhance security and align with federal authentication ...

Social Security scams are certainly not new, so receiving an unexpected email about your account can seem suspicious. Contributing to the concern is the seemingly never-ending changes impacting the ...

A scammer hacked the author's Social Security account and changed the Direct Deposit information without authorization. A quick visit to the local Social Security office allowed an agent to restore ...

Do you receive login security codes for your online accounts via text message? These are the six- or seven-digit numbers sent via SMS that you need to enter along with your password when trying to ...

Social Security problems can be solved online, over the phone or via an in-person appointment. People can apply for most benefits online as well as check the status of their application, change direct ...

To better protect from fraudulent claims, the Social Security Administration announced it’ll be implementing “stronger identity verification procedures,” including requiring millions of recipients and ...

For those not yet receiving Social Security benefits, the idea of setting up a 'my Social Security' account might seem unnecessary. However, this online platform offers a wealth of features that can ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently announced its efforts to transform customer service for beneficiaries and will allow them to access the program's online portal around the clock. SSA ...

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Navigating a massive bureaucracy like the Social Security Administration can seem daunting, but the federal government is offering a new way for 97 million Americans who already have online accounts ...

In other words, Social Security payments keep rolling, regardless of whether the government is open or not. However, the ...