Social Security may call you in some situations, but will never: Threaten you. Suspend your Social Security number. Ask for gift card numbers over the phone or to wire or mail cash.
What time do Social Security stop taking phone calls?
CONTACTING SOCIAL SECURITY Teleservice representatives are on duty to answer your calls between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Recorded information and services are available 24 hours a day and on weekends.
What happens if you get a call from Social Security?
The caller’s warning is 100 percent fake: The real Social Security Administration does not suspend numbers. On the other hand, you might get a call from a supposed SSA representative bearing good news — say, a cost-of-living increase in your benefits.
How to report a social security impersonation call?
For Social Security impersonations, contact Social Security’s Office of Inspector General at If you receive a notice from Social Security, please use the telephone numbers provided in the notice sent to you. You can also call 1-800-772-1213 or visit socialsecurity.gov for how to contact Social Security.
How to know if your Social Security number is at risk?
Social Security Number (SSN) Tracker: CreditWise now tracks the names and addresses associated with credit applications linked to a users’ social security number, as reported by Experian, and alerts users when their SSN is used to apply for credit.
What to do if you receive a notice from Social Security?
If you receive a notice from Social Security, please use the telephone numbers provided in the notice sent to you. You can also call 1-800-772-1213 or visit socialsecurity.gov for how to contact Social Security. Remember that scammers try to stay a step ahead of the curve. You can do the same by protecting your information.
