ProtectMyID Review

 

ProtectMyID is a relatively new identity theft protection service from the main credit agency Experian, and they offer extensive fraud security and recovery services for the both individuals and families. They are known for their credit alerts and monitoring.

 

Reputation

Like all of the main credit bureaus, Experian is a massive organization. They have been regularly improving their customer service reputation, and their service constantly improves over time. Unlike other identity theft protection services, this company already has all your private information stored in their computers - you aren't revealing your information unnecessarily.

ProtectMyID is a solid id theft protection service. The Experian’s Identity Theft Resolution Specialists are experienced and will try and help you to resolve your case as quickly and easily as possible.

 

Security

The main security features ProtectMyID provides include:

 

• Credit Monitoring – this notifies you if any changes are made to your credit files held with Experian. You will be sent a real time email alert, or you could opt for the new SMS service so that you can also receive alerts when you are on the move.

 

• CardSafe – ProtectMyID will protect all the credit/debit cards you nominate, and they cover the costs of any cards with fraudulent charges, subject to the relevant Federal law fraud caps.

 

• ChildSecure – the personal data of children is also vulnerable to identity theft crimes, and ProtectMyID offers a protection service for your children that will monitor their credit files and alert you if any suspicious activity takes place, such as new credit accounts opened in their name without your knowledge or consent.

Recovery

ProtectMyID provides a service guarantee that will cover up to $1 million for any legal costs incurred, and they also cover any fraudulent debts or charges (read their terms of service for specific details). Experian’s dedicated Fraud Resolution Department is also on hand to help you in the event that you become a victim of identify theft. They can advise you on the best course of action to take to resolve your case.

 

Customer Service

Experian’s Identity Theft Resolution Specialists are available Monday to Friday, 6am to 6pm (PST). You must report any suspected identity theft within 30 days of receiving the alert from your account, or from the date you first became aware of the theft to qualify for the service guarantee.

 

Discounts and Pricing

This service costs $9.95 / month after the 1 month $1 trial period.

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