Here's when it's safe to share your Social Security Number and what to do if your private info was exposed in a data breach. Dan was a writer on CNET's How-To and Thought Leadership teams.

The claim surprised many on social media, who asked whether it is legal for non-citizens to obtain a Social Security number. Aside from tourists, anyone legally present in the U.S. and authorized ...

This action cancelled their Social Security numbers. It also restricted their ability to work or receive benefits. This move is part of a broader plan to limit the stay of immigrants. Officials ...

The order by District Judge Ellen Hollander bans DOGE staff from accessing data containing information that could personally identify Americans, such as their social security number, medical ...

The claim surprised many on social media, who asked whether it is legal for non-citizens to obtain a Social Security number. Here’s what to know: Aside from tourists, anyone legally present in ...

The White House has asserted those who have had their status revoked and their Social Security number moved to the “death list” were either on the terrorist watch list or were found to have ...

They added, “If they cancel the Social Security number of one person, where do they stop?” Since coming into office, Trump has taken several actions to curb immigration, including canceling ...

Typically, parents can register for a Social Security number at the hospital or place of birth under the agency's Enumeration at Birth program. Dudek had directed the SSA to end the Enumeration at ...

Here are some of the most common ones, along with tips to avoid falling for them. ‘Your Social Security number has been suspended’ This classic trick is still making the rounds. Scammers call ...