If you’re worried about identity theft and want to stop anyone trying to gain access to your credit report without your permission, you may want to place a credit freeze on your credit report.
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1515659548932{margin-top: 15px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”What is a Credit Freeze?” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:1.6em|text_align:left|color:%23446084|line_height:1.2em” google_fonts=”font_family:Coda%3Aregular%2C800|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=”.vc_custom_1515659383938{margin-bottom: 8px !important;}”][vc_column_text]A credit freeze, also known as a security freeze, is designed to restrict access to a person’s credit profile and is one of the most effective tools against identity theft available. The freeze will prevent any new creditor from running your credit to open new credit accounts. This can prohibit an identity thief who gets ahold of one’s information from opening any new accounts in their name because creditors will not be able to access the credit report and extend credit.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1515659397501{margin-top: 25px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1515659487285{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Click on your state to see more information on Credit Freeze fees
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][mapplic id=”6″][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1515659830228{margin-top: 40px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”What will a new creditor see if they run my credit and it’s frozen?” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:1.6em|text_align:left|color:%23446084|line_height:1.2em” google_fonts=”font_family:Coda%3Aregular%2C800|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=”.vc_custom_1515659633873{margin-bottom: 8px !important;}”][vc_column_text]They will see a message indicating that the file is frozen. No information will be released.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1515659845648{margin-top: 15px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Who can see my credit report if it’s frozen?” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:1.6em|text_align:left|color:%23446084|line_height:1.2em” google_fonts=”font_family:Coda%3Aregular%2C800|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=”.vc_custom_1515659647836{margin-bottom: 8px !important;}”][vc_column_text]There are a few entities that will still have access to your credit report.- Pre-existing creditors or debt collectors acting on their behalf
- Government agencies can gain access due to a court order, subpoena, or search warrant.
- Equifax – 800-349-9960
Equifax Security Freeze | P.O. Box 105788 | Atlanta, GA 30348 - Experian – 888-397-3742
Experian Security Freeze | P.O. Box 9554 | Allen, TX 75013 - TransUnion – 888-909-8872
Transunion Fraud Victim Assistance | P.O. Box 6790 | Fullerton, CA 92834
- Provide your full name, Social Security number, date of birth, and address (must include all addresses you have lived at for the past 5 years).
- Provide proof of residence (phone bill, utility bill, etc.).
- Include a copy of a government issued ID card (Driver’s license, Passport, Military ID, etc.).
- If an identity theft victim, include a copy of your identity theft report or an equivalent complaint to a law enforcement agency.
- If not a victim, submit payment (each state has own fees and regulations).
- Creditors who open accounts without running a credit check
- Opening new bank accounts or health insurance accounts
- When an identity thief uses a victim’s current bank accounts or credit cards
- Medical identity theft
- Criminal identity theft
All identity theft victims should submit a copy of a valid police report as proof of unlawful use of their personal information by another unauthorized person. The report should be completed no later than 90 days before you request a security freeze. This applies to all the CRA’s (credit bureaus).
There are no fees for victims of identity theft, provided they have shown proof of their claim by submitting a valid identity theft report, investigative report, incident report, or complaint with a law enforcement agency about the illegal use of your personal information by another person.
**Experian allows an incident report from the Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) as a substitute for a police report as proof of being a victim of identity theft.
**Experian doesn’t charge a fee for PIN replacement across all 50 states.
**TransUnion does not charge their consumers any fees for permanently removing a credit freeze or replacement of PIN in all 50 states.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1515659954329{margin-top: 15px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Requesting a credit freeze for a minor” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:1.6em|text_align:left|color:%23446084|line_height:1.2em” google_fonts=”font_family:Coda%3Aregular%2C800|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=”.vc_custom_1515661512902{margin-bottom: 8px !important;}”][vc_column_text]Children are becoming the fastest growing segment of the population when it comes to identity theft. Placing a credit freeze on their credit profile will help stop identity thieves from ruining their credit before adulthood.
Credit bureaus don’t knowingly maintain credit information on minors in their databases. Ideally, there shouldn’t be a file on record, that would mean your child was not victimized.
Some states are requiring that a credit report be created if none exists in order to add a credit freeze. For those states, each credit bureau will create the report and add the freeze at the parent’s request once they receive the required documentation.
You will need to contact each bureau individually by physically mailing the documentation below to place a credit freeze.
- A written request to place a “protected consumer freeze” on the named individual’s file
- A lawfully executed and valid Power of Attorney, or a written, signed and notarized statement that describes your authority to act on behalf of the protected consumer/minor
- Your full name, including middle initial and generation, such as JR, SR, II, III, etc.
- Copy of your driver’s license or another government issued identification card
- Proof of your address, such as a copy of a bank statement, utility bill, etc.
- Copy of both the child’s birth certificate and Social Security card
- The child’s full name, including middle initial and generation, such as JR, SR, II, III, etc.
- Complete address
- The required fee via check or money order (not all states have their fees posted so you may have to call to verify)
| EXPERIAN (INCLUDE THIS FORM) | EQUIFAX | TRANSUNION |
|---|---|---|
| Experian | Equifax Security Freeze | TransUnion Protected Consumer Freeze |
| PO Box 9554 | P.O. Box 105788 | P.O. Box 380 |
| Allen, TX 75013 | Atlanta, Georgia 30348 | Woodlyn, PA 19094 |
| State | Details |
|---|---|
Alabama  | Alabama Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for temporary lift, $10 for permanent removal, and $5 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze but charged $10 for a temporary lift, $10 for permanent removal, and $5 for PIN replacement. Non-victims $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, and $10 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze but charged $10 for a temporary lift and $10 for permanent removal. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, however permanent removal is free. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze or permanent removal, but charged $10 for a temporary lift. |
Alaska  | Alaska Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $2 for a temporary lift, free for permanent removal, and free for first time replacement of PIN ($5 thereafter). Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Non-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $2 for a temporary lift, and free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Non-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $2 for a temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). |
Arizona  | Arizona Credit Freeze InstructionsCharges non-victims $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for a temporary lift, $5 for permanent removal, and $5 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Protected consumers are charged $5 for adding a security freeze, not charged for a temporary lift, and $5 for permanent removal. Non-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for a temporary lift, and $5 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Protected consumers are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal. Non-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for a temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Protected consumer victims of identity theft are not charged for adding, temporary lifting, or permanent removal. Protected non-victims are charged $5 for adding a security freeze and not charged for temporary and permanent removal. Minors under the age of 16 are not charged for placing, temporary lifting, or removing a credit freeze. |
Arkansas | Arkansas Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for a temporary lift, $5 for permanent removal, and $5 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security free, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or replacement PIN. Charges non-victims $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for a temporary lift, and $5 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal. Non-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for a temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze or permanent removal, but charged $5 for a temporary lift. |
California  | California Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, $10 for permanent removal, and $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Seniors (65 years or older) are charged $5 for adding a credit freeze, $5 for temporary lifting, $5 for permanent removal, and $5 for a replacement PIN. Charges non-victims $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, and $10 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze but charged $5 for a temporary lift and $5 for permanent removal.
Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze or permanent removal, but charged $5 for a temporary lift. |
Colorado  | Colorado Credit Freeze InstructionsFor non-victims, first time placing a credit freeze is free, then anytime after, there is a $10 fee. There is a $10 fee for a temporary lift, $10 for permanent removal, and $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are charged $10 for adding security freeze, $10 for temporary lifts, and $10 for replacement of PIN. Non-victims are not charged for adding a security freeze but charged $10 for temporary lift and $10 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal.
Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal. |
Connecticut  | Connecticut Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, $10 for permanent removal, and free for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze, for temporary lifting, or permanent removal. Further, if you are covered under the health insurance policy of someone who is an identity theft victim and you submit a copy of a valid investigative or identity theft report about the unlawful use of your spouse’s or family member’s identity, no fees will be charged to place, temporarily lift, or remove a security freeze. Non-victims are charged $10.64 (including tax) to add a security freeze, $10.64 for a temporary lift, and $10.64 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (65 years or older), minors under the age of 18, consumers with court-appointed guardians, conservator and consumers who are covered by the identity theft victim’s individual and a health insurance cover for basic hospital expenses are not charged for any of the services. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, and free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal. Victims must provide a valid police report. Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze, permanent removal, or temporary lift. Protected consumer-victims of identity theft and victims of domestic violence are not charged for any service. However, a protected consumer that isn’t a victim of identity theft is charged $10 for adding a security freeze but free for a temporary lift and permanent removal. |
Delaware  | Delaware Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze but free for temporary lift, permanent removal and PIN replacement ($10 after 1st replacement). Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Seniors 65 (years or older) are charged $5 for adding a security freeze, but free for temporary lifting, permanent removal, and PIN replacement. Protected consumers are charged $5 for placing a security freeze and $5 for permanent removal. There is no fee for a temporary lift. Protected consumers under the age of 16 are not charged for any services. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, free for temporary lift and permanent removal. The state does not charge any fee for temporary and permanent removal of the security freeze. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (65 years or older), protected non-victim consumers, and protected consumers who are over 16 years (whom the court or other authority has appointed a guardian or conservator), are charged $5 for placing a security freeze. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze but free for temporary lift and permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (65 years or older) are charged $5 for adding a security freeze but not charged for temporary and permanent removal. Protected consumers who are victims of identity theft and minors under the age of 16 are not charged for the services. |
District of Columbia | District of Columbia Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, free for temporary lift and permanent removal, free for the first PIN replacement ($10 anytime after). Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lift, or permanent removal (must provide a valid police report that was filed with the law enforcement agency). Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, but free for temporary lift and permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV).
Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). |
Florida  | Florida Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, $10 for permanent removal, and $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but charged $10 for a temporary lift. Protected consumers and minors are charged $10 for placing a security freeze, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but no fee for temporary lift. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for temporary lift and $10 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (65 years or older) and protected consumers who are under 16 years old are not charged for placing a security freeze or temporary lift, but $10 for permanent removal. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze or permanent removal, but charged $10 for temporary removal. Protected consumers who are victims of identity theft and minors under the age of 16 are not charged for any services. Protected consumers that are not victims of identity theft, are charged $10 for adding a security freeze and free for all the other services. |
Georgia  | Georgia Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $3 to add a security freeze, $3 for a temporary lift, $3 for permanent removal, but charged $5 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze, $3 for permanent removal, $3 for temporary lift, and $5 for PIN replacement. Protected consumers are charged $10 for placing a security freeze, $10 for permanent removal, but no fee for temporary removal. Minors are not charged for any service. Non-victims are charged $3 to add a security freeze, $3 for temporary lift and $3 for permanent removal of the security freeze. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (65 years or older) and protected consumers who are under 16 years old are not charged for placing a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal. Minors under the age of 16 years are charged $10 for creating a credit file. Non-victims are charged $3 to add a security freeze, $3 for a temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze and permanent removal but charged $3 for temporary removal. Protected consumers who are victims of identity theft and minors under the age of 16 are not charged for any service. Protected consumers that are not victims of identity theft are charged $10 for adding a security freeze and free for all the other services. |
Hawaii  | Hawaii Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $ 5 for a temporary lift, $5 for permanent removal, and $5 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Non-victims are charged $5.20 including tax to add a security freeze, $5.20 for a temporary lift, and $5.20 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (65 years or older) or protected consumers who are under 16 years old are not charged for placing a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal. Non-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze and $5 for a temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). |
Idaho | Idaho Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $6 to add a security freeze, $6 for a temporary lift, free for permanent removal, and charged $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Non-victims are charged $6 to add a security freeze, $6 for temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Non-victims are charged $6 to add a security freeze, $6 for temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). |
Illinois | Illinois Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, $10 for permanent removal, and $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze and permanent removal, but charged $10 for a temporary lift. Minors are charged $10 for adding a security freeze and permanent removal but not charged for a temporary lift. Disabled persons are charged $10 for adding, $10 for temporary lifting, $10 for permanent removal, and $10 for PIN replacement. Active-Duty military are not charged for any service. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, for temporary lift, and permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). For active members of military and seniors (65 years or older), there is no fee for all services. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze and permanent removal but charged $10 for a temporary lift. Protected consumers who are victims of identity theft and active duty military members are not charged for any services. Protected consumers not victim of identity theft, are charged $10 for adding a security freeze but free for all the other services. |
Indiana  | Indiana Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims and victims are not charged for any service. Protected consumers who are not victims of identity theft are charged $5 (no fee if under 16) for adding a security freeze and permanent removal. There is no fee for placing, temporarily lifting, or removing a credit freeze for anyone residing in the state of Indiana. Non-victims and victims are not charged for any service. Protected consumers not victim of identity theft are charged $5 (no fee is under 16) for placing a security freeze but free for all other services. |
Iowa | Iowa Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $12 for a temporary lift, $10 for permanent removal, and charged $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Protected consumers who are not victims of identity theft are charged $5 (free if under 16) for adding a security freeze and $5 fir permanent removal. Protected consumers who are victims of identity theft will receive all services for free with submission of a valid police report. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $12 for temporary lift, and $10 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). There is no fee to place or remove a freeze on a protected consumer under 16 if a credit file exists currently. If the minor or protected consumer must create a file, they will be charged $5. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $12 for temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Protected consumers who are victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze or permanent removal. Protected consumers not a victim of identity theft, are charged $5 for placing a security freeze but free for all other services. |
Kansas | Kansas Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for temporary lift, but free for permanent removal and PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Non-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for temporary lift, and $5 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Non-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). |
Kentucky | Kentucky Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, $10 for permanent removal, and $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for temporary lifting, and $10 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). There is no fee to add or remove a freeze on a protected consumer under 16 if a police report is provided. If a credit file must be created for a protected consumer, there is a $10 fee. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). ***The credit freeze will expire after 7 years for all 3 bureaus. |
Louisiana | Louisiana Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $8 for temporary lift, free for permanent removal, and charged $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Seniors (62 years or older) are not charged for any service. Protected consumers who are victims of identity theft are not charged for any services (with valid police report). Protected consumers who are not victims of identity theft are charged $10 (free for minors under 16) for adding and $10 for permanently removing a freeze. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $8 for temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft and seniors (62 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). There’s no fee to place or remove a freeze on protected consumers under 16 if a credit file already exists. If a credit file must be created, there is a $10 fee. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $8 for temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (62 years or older) are not charged for any services. Protected consumers who are victims of identity theft and minors under the age of 16 are not charged for adding a security freeze, permanent removal, and temporary removal of the freeze. Protected consumers not victims of identity theft are charged $10 for placing a security freeze but free for all other services. |
Maine  | Maine Credit Freeze InstructionsVictims and non-victims are not charged a fee for placing a credit freeze, temporarily lifting, permanently removing, or asking for a PIN replacement. Victims and non-victims are not charged a fee for placing a credit freeze, temporarily lifting, or permanently removing. If a credit file must be created for a protected consumer, there is a $10 fee. Victims and non-victims are not charged a fee for placing a credit freeze, temporarily lifting, or permanently removing. If a credit file must be created for a non-victim protected consumer, there is a $10 fee to place the freeze but free for the removal. |
Maryland | Maryland Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 to temporary lift, $5 for permanent removal, and $5 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Protected non-victim consumers are charged $5 for adding a security freeze and $5 for permanent removal, but not charged for temporary lifting. Protected consumers that are victims of identity theft will not be charged any fees with a valid police report. Non-victims are charged $5 to place a security freeze, $5 for temporary lift, and $5 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Non-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Protected non-victim consumers are charged $5 for adding a security freeze and $5 for permanent removal, but not charged for temporary lifting. Protected consumers that are victims of identity theft will not be charged any fees with a valid police report. | Massachusetts | Massachusetts Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for a temporary lift, $5 for permanent removal, and $5 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft and their spouses are not charged for any of the services with a valid police report. Non-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for temporary lift, and $5 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Non-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). |
Michigan | Michigan Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for temporary lift, $10 for permanent removal, and $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft and minors (under the age of 16) are not charged for any of the services. Protected consumers who are not victims of identity theft are charged $10 for adding a security freeze, $10 for permanent removal, but not charged for a temporary lift. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, and $10 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft and all minors under the age of 16 are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal. Protected consumers who are victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze or permanent removal. Protected consumers that are not victims of identity theft, are charged $10 for placing a security freeze but free for all other services. |
Minnesota | Minnesota Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for a temporary lift, $5 for permanent removal, and free for first PIN replacement ($5 every time after). Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Non-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for temporary lift, and $5 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Non-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for a temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). |
Mississippi | Mississippi Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, $10 for permanent removal, and $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are charged $10 for adding a security freeze, $10 for PIN replacement, but free for temporary lift and permanent removal. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for temporary lifting, and $10 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze but not charged for a temporary lift or permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). |
Missouri | Missouri Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $5 for adding a credit freeze for the first time and $10 for each subsequent time, $5 for a temporary lift, free for permanent removal, but charged $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Non-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for a temporary lift, and no fee for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Non-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for a temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). |
Montana | Montana Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $3 to add a security freeze, $3 for a temporary lift, $3 for permanent removal, and $5 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Non-victims are charged $3 to add a security freeze, $3 for a temporary lift, and no fee is required for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Non-victims are charged $3 to add a security freeze, $3 for a temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). |
Nebraska | Nebraska Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $3 to add a security freeze, $3 for a temporary lift, free for permanent removal, but charged $5 for PIN replacement (first time is free). Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Non-victims are charged $3 to add a security freeze, $3 for a temporary lift, and $3 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Minors under the age of 19 will not be charged for any service with a valid police report. Minor’s birth certificate and a copy of the minor’s social security card must be included. If you’re the minor’s guardian, a copy of the court document naming you as the guardian is required. Non-victims are charged $3 to add a security freeze, $3 for a temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Minors under the age of 19 are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal of the freeze. ***The credit freeze will expire after 7 years for all 3 bureaus. |
Nevada | Nevada Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for temporary lift, $10 for permanent removal, and $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft (must provide a valid police report) or seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for any service. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, and $10 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft along with seniors (65 or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft and seniors (65 and older) are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, and permanent removal. |
New Hampshire | New Hampshire Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, $10 for permanent removal, and charged $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for temporary lift, and $10 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). |
New Jersey | New Jersey Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are not charged to add a security freeze, $5 for a temporary lift, $5 for permanent removal, and $5 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for any services. There is no fee for placing a security freeze according to state law. Non-victims are charged $5 for temporary lift and $5 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Non-victims are not charged to add a security freeze or for permanent removal, but charged $5 for a temporary lift. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). |
New Mexico | New Mexico Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $5 for a temporary lift, $5 for permanent removal, and $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft and seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal. Non-victims are charged $10.50 (including tax) to add a security freeze, $5.25 for temporary lift, and $5.25 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft and seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze but free for both temporary lift and permanent removal. Victims of identity theft and seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). |
New York | New York Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims first placement of a credit freeze is free ($5 anytime after), $5 for a temporary lift, $5 for permanent removal, and $5 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Protected consumers are charged $15 for adding a security freeze and $15 for permanent removal. There is no charge for non-victims to add a security freeze, but charges $5.44 (including tax) for temporary lifting and $5.44 (including tax) for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). If a file must be created for a minor or protected consumer, the fee placing and removing a security freeze is $10 each. Non-victims are not charged to add a security freeze or to permanently remove, but charged $5 for temporary lift. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Victims of domestic violence and protected consumers who are victims of identity theft are not charged for any service. Protected consumers who aren’t victims of ID theft are charged $15 for adding a security freeze, but not charged for any other service. |
North Carolina | North Carolina Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $3 for mail and telephone credit freeze submissions, however, online submissions are free. Temporary lifts as well as permanent removals are free. First PIN replacement is free but anytime after, it will cost $3. Victims of identity theft and their spouses, along with seniors (age 62 or older), are not charged for any service. Does not charge any fee for placing a security freeze, temporary lifting and permanent removal. Seniors (62 years or older) and protected consumers who are under 16 are not charged for placing a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal. Protected consumers who are not victims of identity theft are charged $5 for placement or removal of a security freeze. Non-victims and victims of identity theft pay no fees for adding a credit freeze, a temporary lift, or permanent removal. For seniors (62 years or older) and protected consumers who are victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lift, or permanent removal. Protected consumers who aren’t victims of identity theft are charged $5 for adding a security freeze but not charged for any other service. |
North Dakota | North Dakota Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for a temporary lift, free for permanent removal, and free for the first request of a PIN replacement ($5 every time after). Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Non-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for a temporary lift, and no fee required for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Non-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for a temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). |
Ohio | Ohio Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for a temporary lift, $5 for permanent removal, and $5 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Non-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for temporary lift, and $5 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Non-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for a temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). |
Oklahoma | Oklahoma Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, $10 for permanent removal, and $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Seniors (65 years or older) that are non-victims are not charged for adding a security freeze or permanent removal, however, they are charged $10 for a temporary lift and $10 for PIN replacement. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, and $10 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft and seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (65 years or older) that are non-victims are not charged for adding a security freeze or permanent removal, however, they are charged $10 for a temporary lift. |
Oregon | Oregon Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, $10 for permanent removal, and $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Protected consumers (minors under the age of 16 will be charged no fees) are charged $10 for adding and $10 for permanently removing the security freeze. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, and $10 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Protected consumers who are under 16 years old are not charged for placing a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal. The fee for a protected consumer older than 16 years of age is $10. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Protected consumers who aren’t victims of identity theft are charged $10 for adding a security freeze, but not charged for any other service. |
Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, free for permanent removal, and $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Seniors (65 years or older) that are non-victims are not charged for adding a security freeze or PIN replacement, but charged $10 for a temporary lift. Non-victims are charged $10.70 including tax to add a security freeze, $10.70 for a temporary lift, and no fee is required for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (65 years or older) will not be charged for any service. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze, or permanent removal, but charged $10 for temporary lift. **According to Pennsylvania law, credit freezes expire after 7 years. |
Rhode Island | Rhode Island Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, and $10 for a temporary lift, $10 for permanent removal, but charged $5 for PIN replacement (first time request is free). Victims of identity theft along with Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal – with valid police report. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, and $10 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for any service. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft and seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). |
South Carolina | South Carolina Credit Freeze InstructionsVictims, non-victims, seniors, and protected consumers/minors are not charged for adding a security, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement. Victims, non-victims, seniors, and protected consumers/minors are not charged for adding a security, temporary lifting, permanent removal. Victims, non-victims, seniors, and protected consumers/minors are not charged for adding a security, temporary lifting, permanent removal. |
South Dakota | South Dakota Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, $10 for permanent removal, and $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Protected consumers/minors that are non-victims are charged $5 for adding a security freeze, $5 for permanent removal, but free for a temporary lift. Non-victims are charged $10.60 (including tax) to add a security freeze, $10.60 for a temporary lift, and $10.60 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). There is no fee to place or remove a freeze on a protected consumer under 16 years of age if a credit file for the protected consumer currently exists or if the consumer’s representative provides a police report or affidavit of alleged identity theft against the protected consumer. If a credit file must be created for the protected consumer under 16 years of age, the fee is $5. In addition, the fee is $5 for a protected consumer 16 years of age or older. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Non-victim protected consumers are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting or permanent removal. Protected consumers who aren’t victims of identity theft are charged $5 for adding a security freeze but not charged for any other service. ***The credit freeze will expire after 7 years for all 3 bureaus. |
Tennessee | Tennessee Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $7.50 to add a security freeze, free for a temporary lift, $5 for permanent removal, and $5 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Protected consumers/minors are not charged for any of the services offered. Non-victims are charged $7.50 to add a security freeze, no fee for a temporary lift, and $5 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). There is no fee to place or remove a freeze on a protected consumer under 16 years of age if a credit file for the protected consumer currently exists. If a credit file must be created for the protected consumer under 16 years of age, the fee is $10. The fee is $10 for a protected consumer 16 years of age or older. Non-victims are charged $7.50 to add a security freeze, free for a temporary lift, and free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Protected consumers who are victims of identity theft are not charged for any service provided. Protected consumers who are not victims of identity theft are charged $10 for adding a security freeze but not charged for any other service. |
Texas | Texas Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, $10 for permanent removal, and $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Protected consumers are not charged for any services offered. Non-victims are charged $10.83 (including tax) to add a security freeze, $10.83 for a temporary lift and $10.83 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Protected consumers who are victims of identity theft are not charged any fees for any service with valid police report. If Experian must create a record for the protected consumer as none exists and the protected consumer is not a victim of identity theft, the $10.83 fee will apply. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Protected consumers who are victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary removal, or permanent removal. Protected consumers who are not victims of identity theft are charged $10 for adding a security freeze but not charged for any other service. |
Utah | Utah Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, free for permanent removal, and $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Non-victim protected consumers are charged $5 for adding a security freeze and $5 for permanent removal. Minors under the age of 16 and protected consumers that are victims of identity theft are not charged for any service. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, and $10 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). There is no fee to place or remove a freeze on a protected consumer under the age of 16. The fee for a protected consumer 16 years of age and older is $5. If a file must be created for a protected consumer, the fee is $5. There is no fee to place or remove a freeze if the protected consumer provides a copy of a valid identity theft report. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Protected consumers and minors under 16 years of age who are victims of identity theft are not charged for any service. Protected consumers that are non-victims of identity theft are charged $5 to place a credit freeze but all other services are free. |
Vermont | Vermont Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $5 for a temporary lift, $5 for permanent removal, and $5 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $5 for a temporary lift, and $5 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze but free for both a temporary lift and permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). |
Virginia | Virginia Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, free for a temporary lift, free for permanent removal, and charged $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. There is no fee to add or remove a freeze on a protected consumer under 16 years of age if a credit file for the protected consumer currently exists. If a credit file must be created for the protected consumer under 16 years of age, the fee is $10. The fee is $10 for a protected consumer 16 years of age or older. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, no fee for both a temporary lift and permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). There isn’t a fee to add or remove a freeze on a protected consumer under 16 years of age if a credit file for the protected consumer currently exists. If a credit file must be created for the protected consumer under 16 years of age, the fee is $10. The fee is $10 for a protected consumer 16 years of age or older. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze but free for both a temporary lift and permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). There is no fee to add or remove a freeze on a protected consumer under 16 years of age if a credit file for the protected consumer currently exists. If a credit file must be created for the protected consumer under 16 years of age, the fee is $10. The fee is $10 for a protected consumer 16 years of age or older. |
Washington | Washington Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, $10 for permanent removal, and $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal. Non-victims are charged $10.95 (including tax) to add a security freeze, $10.95 for temporary lift, and $10.95 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, and free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Seniors (65 years or older) are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal. |
West Virginia | West Virginia Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for a temporary lift, $5 for permanent removal, and $5 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft with a written complaint to FTC, Attorney General of the WV, or other law enforcement agency are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement. Non-victims are charged $5.30 (including tax) to add a security freeze, $5.30 for a temporary lift, and $5.30 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft with a written complaint to FTC, Attorney General of the WV, or other law enforcement agency are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal. Non-victims are charged $5 to add a security freeze, $5 for a temporary lift, and free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft with a written complaint to FTC, Attorney General of the WV, or other law enforcement agency are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal. |
Wisconsin | Wisconsin Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, $10 for permanent removal, and $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. There isn’t a fee to add or remove a freeze on a protected consumer under 16 years of age if a credit file for the protected consumer currently exists. If a credit file must be created for the protected consumer under 16 years of age, the fee is $10. The fee is $10 for a protected consumer 16 years of age or older. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, and $10 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). There isn’t a fee to add or remove a freeze on a protected consumer under 16 years of age if a credit file for the protected consumer currently exists. If a credit file must be created for the protected consumer under 16 years of age, the fee is $10. The fee is $10 for a protected consumer 16 years of age or older. Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, but free for both a temporary lift and permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). There isn’t a fee to add or remove a freeze on a protected consumer under 16 years of age if a credit file for the protected consumer currently exists. If a credit file must be created for the protected consumer under 16 years of age, the fee is $10. The fee is $10 for a protected consumer 16 years of age or older. |
Wyoming | Wyoming Credit Freeze InstructionsNon-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, $10 for permanent removal, and $10 for PIN replacement. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, permanent removal, or PIN replacement, but must provide a valid police report filed to any law enforcement agency. Non-victims are charged $10 including tax to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, and $10 for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). Non-victims are charged $10 to add a security freeze, $10 for a temporary lift, but free for permanent removal. Victims of identity theft are not charged for adding a security freeze, temporary lifting, or permanent removal when they submit an incident report, complaint with the law enforcement agency or the department of motor vehicles(DMV). |
