Worried About the Equifax Data Breach? Here’s How to Freeze Your Credit
By now, you've probably heard about the Equifax data breach. According to the company, 143 million U.S. consumers' personal information was compromised, and many Americans are understandably upset by this news.
Fortunately, there are steps you can take to protect yourself, and one of the most effective is known as a credit freeze. Here's a rundown of what a credit freeze is, how to place a freeze on your credit, and whether a credit freeze is right for you or not.
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