I gave someone a code or password

1. 1.Change that password now

   Open the official app or type the website address yourself. Change the password and choose "sign out of all devices" if offered. If you reuse that password anywhere else, change it there too.

2. 2.If it was a bank or payment code, call your bank

   Use the number on the back of your card. Ask them to block new payments and check recent activity.

3. 3.Turn on stronger sign-in

   Use an authenticator app or a passkey instead of text-message codes where you can.

4. 4.Check recovery details

   Make sure the recovery email and phone number on the account are still yours, and remove anything you do not recognise.

5. 5.If new accounts were opened in your name

   Get a step-by-step recovery plan and freeze your credit.

   • Get a recovery plan (IdentityTheft.gov)
   • Freeze your credit at all three bureaus (USA.gov)

Have a Sigrel account? Sign in to tick off steps as you go and see your county's police non-emergency line where we have it.