Why does Norton LifeLock need my Social Security number?

Why do I need to enter my social security number, date of birth, and credit card number? Your social security number, date of birth and credit card number (if needed) is matched against online data sources at our identity proofing partners to ascertain the identity of users before allowing them to create an account.

Did Todd Davis get his identity stolen?

Lifelock CEO Todd Davis posted his Social Security number in public to show how ironclad his firm’s services were, then got his identity stolen.

What happened to Todd Davis LifeLock?

In January 2016 Davis resigned as CEO of LifeLock; he became executive vice chairman of the Board of Directors on March 1, 2016. LifeLock became Norton LifeLock, a subsidiary of Symantec, in February 2017.

Does LifeLock protect your Social Security number?

Like all of LifeLock plans, it includes Social Security number and credit alerts†, lost wallet protection, and a service guarantee for lawyers and experts. ‡ LifeLock Standard™ also includes up to $25,000 in stolen funds reimbursement‡ and one bureau1 credit monitoring.

Is LifeLock a ripoff?

Is LifeLock a scam? No, it is not. In fact, LifeLock’s recent purchase by Norton Symantec proves and adds to its legitimacy. You can do some of what LifeLock does for free, with effort and discipline (to keep doing it periodically).

How do I lock my Social Security number?

If you know your Social Security information has been compromised, you can request to Block Electronic Access. This is done by calling our National 800 number (Toll Free 1-800-772-1213 or at our TTY number at 1-800-325-0778).

How do I protect my Social Security number from identity theft?

How to Protect Your SSN

1. Ask Why They Want It and How It Will Be Handled.
2. Leave Your Card at Home.
3. Shred Mail and Documents With Personal Details.
4. Don’t Use Your SSN as a Password.
5. Don’t Send Your SSN via an Electronic Device.
6. Don’t Give It out to Strangers.
7. Monitor Your Bank and Credit Card Accounts.

Has LifeLock ever been hacked?

Needless to say, the company hit a rough patch. Not only was their CEO’s identity stolen more than a dozen times, but LifeLock received a great wet slap from the Federal Trade Commission and was fined for false advertising. Queue the “wa wa wa waaa trumpet.” In 2007, Davis’ identity was used to obtain a $500 loan.

Has LifeLock been hacked?

Needless to say, the company hit a rough patch. Not only was their CEO’s identity stolen more than a dozen times, but LifeLock received a great wet slap from the Federal Trade Commission and was fined for false advertising.

Is LifeLock owned by Norton?

In the year 2017, Symantec (a parent company of Norton at that time) completed the acquisition of the LifeLock company. A couple of years later, in the year 2019, Symantec went apart from Norton to join Broadcom Inc. At the same time, Norton and LifeLock became one company: NortonLifeLock Inc.

Is there something better than LifeLock?

IdentityForce also has better credit monitoring and credit reports from all three bureaus, making it our top pick for both identity theft protection and credit monitoring over LifeLock.

Does LifeLock protect bank accounts?

Credit Card, Checking And Savings Account Activity Alerts Simply provide LifeLock with the user IDs and passwords for all your financial accounts. Then, you can view transactions at LifeLock.com instead of at your bank’s website (or in your inbox, if you set up transaction alert).

Where was LifeLock CEO’s Social Security number stolen?

About four months after that story published, Davis’ identity was stolen again by someone in Albany, Georgia, who opened an AT/Cingular wireless account using his Social Security number (.pdf), according to a police report obtained by the New Times. The perpetrator racked up $2,390 in charges on the account, which remained unpaid.

Who is the CEO of the LifeLock company?

Apparently, when you publish your Social Security number prominently on your website and billboards, people take it as an invitation to steal your identity. LifeLock CEO Todd Davis, whose number is displayed in the company’s ubiquitous advertisements, has by now learned that lesson.

How much does LifeLock cost to protect your identity?

Lifelock promised in ads that its $10 monthly service would protect consumers from identity theft. The company also offered a $1 million guarantee to compensate customers for losses incurred if they became a victim after signing up for the service.

How many times has Steve Davis been a victim of identity theft?

He’s been a victim of identity theft at least 13 times, according to the Phoenix New Times. That’s 12 more times than has previously been known. In June 2007, Threat Level reported that Davis had been the victim of identity theft after someone used his identity to obtain a $500 loan from a check-cashing company.