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FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION - ID THEFT | FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION

600 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20580

Service area
United States
Detailed information to help deter, detect and defend against identity theft, including: for individuals: avoiding identity theft and actions to take if identity is stolen for businesses: preventing identity theft problems and helping customers deal with identity theft for law enforcement agencies: resources, including helping identity theft victims
Last assured
04/06/2026
Providing organization
FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION
The FTC is the only federal agency with both consumer protection and competition jurisdiction in broad sectors of the economy. The FTC: pursues vigorous and effective law enforcement advances consumers' interests by sharing its expertise with federal and state legislatures and U.S. and international government agencies develops policy and research tools through hearings, workshops, and conferences creates practical and plain-language educational programs for consumers and businessesProteccin del Consumidor en Espaol weblink: http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/index_es.shtml