Why we chose it: Aura simplifies the decision-making process with a single, all-inclusive plan available for individuals, couples and families that excels in both protection and restoration services.

CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. IdentityIQ offers more affordable and customizable identity ...

When the IBM PC was new, I served as the president of the San Francisco PC User Group for three years. That’s how I met PCMag’s editorial team, who brought me on board in 1986. In the years since that ...

CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. Experian's IdentityWorks offers an easy way to trial ...

With 83% of consumers fearing they’ll become identity theft victims within two years and AI-generated scams becoming nearly indistinguishable from legitimate communications, traditional security ...

Identity theft protection services offer monitoring and alerts to safeguard your personal information, and some services include help for restoration if your identity is stolen. It might be worth it ...

Allstate reports identity theft cases increased 50% over the past two tax seasons, with adults in their 20s reporting more cases than other generations. Allstate Identity Protection plans safeguard ...

As consumers, we’ve likely run across cautionary tales and product ads focused on identity theft in a variety of media, from television commercials to podcasts and online news sources to local radio.

In 2025, more than 6.4 million cases of identity theft and fraud were estimated to have been reported to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). It is a stark contrast from 2019, when just 3.5 million ...

Ed Landing, a retired state geologist and a victim of identity theft, looks over documents he's put together as he tries to get back his stolen IRS federal tax return refund (Photo by John Carl ...

Identity protection has emerged as a critical component of cybersecurity, addressing the growing threats associated with identity management in an increasingly digital world. As organizations grapple ...