Can I Trust E-mails Promising Free Credit Reports - AARP Bulletin Scams & Fraud

Can I Trust E-mails Promising Free Credit Reports

Q. Can I trust e-mails promising free credit reports? A. Probably not. There’s only one legitimate entity that provides free yearly credit reports from the three reporting bureaus: (1-877-322-8228 toll free). Your e-mails likely come from spammers out to steal your personal information or from companies that will provide a free report—if you enroll in a credit-monitoring service that can cost $120 or more a year. While the companies do provide a legitimate service, they often allow only a short trial period for the “free” report. If you don’t cancel in that time, your credit card could be charged. Sid Kirchheimer is the author of "Scam-Proof Your Life" (AARP Books/Sterling). Cancel You are leaving AARP.org and going to the website of our trusted provider. The provider’s terms, conditions and policies apply. Please return to AARP.org to learn more about other benefits. Your email address is now confirmed. You'll start receiving the latest news, benefits, events, and programs related to AARP's mission to empower people to choose how they live as they age. You can also by updating your account at anytime. You will be asked to register or log in. Cancel Offer Details Disclosures

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