How To Lock Your Social Security Number

Keeper Security

Aug 8, 2025

Your Social Security number (SSN) is a key piece of your identity — and if it falls into the wrong hands, it can lead to major consequences. In this video, we’ll explain how to lock your SSN, what happens when you do and the steps to take if your SSN is stolen.

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00-00:13 Introduction

00:14-00:32 How To Protect Yourself From Identity Theft

00:33-00:54 How To Lock Your SSN

00:55-01:36 What To Do if Your SSN Was Stolen

01:37-02:09 Final Thoughts