With the relaunch of its Identity Protection Personal Identification Number (IP PIN) program, the IRS is urging all US taxpayers to act quickly and safeguard themselves against identity theft and fraudulent tax returns.
Last year alone, the IRS flagged 2.8 million suspicious returns, making consumer vigilance and proactive security against misuse of users’ PII imperative.
What Is an Identity Protection PIN?
An Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) is a six-digit number that adds an extra layer
