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Synthetic Identity Theft
Synthetic identity theft is a form of theft where individuals combine real and fake information to open new credit card accounts or obtain other financial services. Using your information, they may link it with fake addresses, names, birth dates or other details to create a new identity.
Utilize the best identity theft protection services available to you if you ever become a victim. This is one of the most difficult types of identity theft to prevent.