Contact the companies where the fraud occurred and ask them to close or freeze the affected accounts
Change passwords, PINs, and security questions for your online accounts
Place a fraud alert on your credit reports with one of the major credit bureaus
Freeze your credit with Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion
File a report with the Federal Trade Commission at IdentityTheft.gov
File a police report with your local police department
Report stolen mail or address changes to the U.S. Postal Inspection Service if applicable
Notify your bank, credit card issuer, and other financial institutions immediately
Review your credit reports for unauthorized accounts or inquiries
Dispute fraudulent accounts and charges with the relevant creditors and credit bureaus
Monitor your accounts, credit reports, and statements regularly
Keep copies of all reports, letters, and records related to the theft
