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What should I do to protect myself from identity theft?
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To protect yourself from identity theft, you should take the following steps: 
1. Monitor your credit report regularly and dispute any errors or discrepancies as soon as possible.
2. Keep personal information secure by shredding documents containing personal information before discarding them.
3. Use strong passwords for all accounts and change them often.
4. Be cautious when giving out personal information online.
5. Avoid responding to unsolicited emails or phone calls.
6. Consider using two-factor authentication whenever available.
7. Regularly review financial statements and bills for suspicious activity.