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Q: Why is it a good idea to be careful about giving out your Social Security number?
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What questions you should ask before giving out your Social Security Number?

who are you.. and why u need it


Do you have to give your social security number in court?

There are many instances where giving your social security number is mandatory. However, if you were arrested or involved in some other crime and end up in court, you might have to give your social security to prove you are who you say you are, or for some other similar reason.


How do you buy a Social Security number?

You don't buy a social security number. You go to your local social security office and apply to receive your own personal social security number.Buying a social security number is against the law.


What are examples of personally identifiable information (PII)?

Social security number.


Why should you avoid giving out your Social Security number except when absolutely necessary?

Thieves can access your personal information from it.


What number is issued by the government through the social security?

Social security number


What is a number issued by the government by the social security department?

Social security number


Is a number issued by the government through the social security?

Social security number


How do you get a virtual Social Security number?

You can't. You can only get a valid Social Security number through the Social Security Administration; anything else is fraudulent.


How do you find where someone is employed using their social security number?

You do not. Use of the Social Security number is the exclusive venue of the Social Security Administration as established by the Social Security Act.


Will your social security number show if you are married?

No, your social security number does not change when you get married.


What department number is issued by the government through the social security?

Social security number