ID Patrol is a part of Equifax, one of the main credit agencies and will help to monitor and protect your personal and financial information against identity thieves and fraudsters. Identity theft is a growing crime that can affect anyone, so it is more important that ever that you get additional protection for your data, and prevent thieves from stealing your identity for fraudulent purposes.
Main Security Features:
ID Patrol focuses on scanning and monitoring your personal information, which can help to alert you quickly if anyone has stolen your personal data. These services including the following features:
• Equifax Credit File Watch – this will give you complete control over your Equifax credit file, allowing you to lock the file down if you wish to restrict access, which will prevent thieves from trying to fraudulently apply for credit accounts in your name, and you can also unlock it again so that you can apply for credit accounts yourself in the future.
• Internet Scanning with WebDetect – this feature monitors known data trading websites and alerts you if any of your information is published so that you can take immediate action.
• 3-in-1 Credit Report – this provides you with unlimited access to your Equifax credit report and also yearly reports from the other main credit bureaus and helps you to monitor your own credit history and also to understand your credit score in more detail so that you can work to improve it in the future.
Main Recovery Features
ID Patrol is backed by a $25,000 identity theft insurance policy, which can protect you in the event you are a victim of identity thieves and cover any charges, fees or debts that are incurred as a result of this theft. ID Patrol also provides you with support from experienced ID Theft Resolution Specialists, who can guide you through the sometimes difficult process of regaining your identity and resolving your case.
Reputation
ID Patrol is backed by one of the most experienced credit theft agencies in the business, and provides you with a solid security and monitoring service to protection your personal and financial identity, and also works closely with the Better Business Bureau to give ensure you get a good quality service.
Customer Care
A 24/7 customer helpdesk (phone, email or mail) is available to deal with any queries or complaints, and you can also see the website for some very helpful FAQ sections and online members centre that can deal with many of the main queries you may have.
Pricing for Equifax
Equifax is more expensive at $14.95 / month. Click here for additional details.