Create a my Social Security account at ssa.gov/myaccount
Sign in to your account
Select the option to block electronic access to your Social Security record
Confirm the security freeze or lock request
Contact the Social Security Administration at 1-800-772-1213 if you need help
Visit your local Social Security office if you cannot complete the request online
Contact the three major credit bureaus to place a free credit freeze:
Equifax: equifax.com/personal/credit-report-services/credit-freeze/
Experian: experian.com/freeze/center.html
TransUnion: transunion.com/credit-freeze
Keep your account login details and freeze confirmation information in a secure place