ExpressVPN Launches Identity Defender to Strengthen Online Security
Using a VPN is a strong first step toward keeping your online activity private. Now, ExpressVPN is expanding its offerings. The company has introduced Identity Defender, a new suite of tools designed to give U.S.-based customers more control over their personal information. Identity Defender comprises four products: ID Alerts, ID Theft Insurance, Data Removal, and Credit Scanner. Depending on the ExpressVPN plan you select*, these new services are included for free, providing significant value and enhanced protection.
Data Removal: Taking Back Your Online Privacy
Data brokers and people-search sites profit from collecting, bundling, and selling your personal information. This data, gathered from sources like public records and online activities, is used for targeted marketing and background checks, but it can also be used in harmful ways. This includes identity theft, cyberattacks, phishing scams, and harassment.
Removing your data from these sites can be a time-consuming process. ExpressVPN’s Data Removal service simplifies this by:
- Searching for data: The service scours a wide range of data-broker and people-search sites for your information.
- Removing data: It submits removal or opt-out requests on your behalf to each site.
- Ongoing monitoring: The service continues to monitor the sites to ensure data has been removed and resubmits requests if it reappears.
By reducing the visibility of your personal data, you’ll likely experience fewer junk calls and less spam and reduce your chances of falling victim to identity theft. Data Removal is included free with ExpressVPN’s new two-year offer.*
ID Alerts: Early Warning for Identity Theft
Identity theft occurs when someone uses your sensitive information for financial gain. Early warning is critical, and ID Alerts monitors the internet for activity that puts you at higher risk.
ID Alerts provides:
- Dark web monitoring: Scans the dark web for your personal information.
- Social Security number monitoring: Alerts you when your SSN is used for loans, payments, and employment.
- Change of address monitoring: Notifies you of any changes to your home address.
Monitoring for unauthorized changes can give you a valuable head start in recovering your identity. ID Alerts is a free service to all new ExpressVPN users.*
ID Theft Insurance: Financial Protection Against Identity Theft
Identity theft can be incredibly stressful and costly to resolve. ID Theft Insurance reimburses you for expenses incurred during the recovery process, covering up to $1 million*. If you purchase the one- or two-year ExpressVPN offer, ID Theft Insurance is included for free.
Credit Scanner: Monitoring Your Credit for Fraud
In the U.S., a credit score reflects your creditworthiness. By tracking changes in your credit history, you can catch mistakes. More importantly, you can spot possible unauthorized use of your personal information, allowing you to quickly report fraud and protect yourself.
ExpressVPN’s Credit Scanner features:
- Credit score at a glance: Displays your Experian credit score.
- Credit monitoring and alerts: Provides regular updates on activity that may affect your credit.
- Credit score details: Shows factors affecting your score, with recommended actions.
- Credit protection: Provides information on how to freeze your credit.
- Credit report: A monthly overview of your credit status (premium offering with the two-year deal).
If you purchase the one- or two-year ExpressVPN deal, Credit Scanner is included for free.*
Comprehensive Online Protection
ExpressVPN’s new Identity Defender services, combined with its existing suite of security tools (including the original VPN, Keys password manager, ad and tracker blockers, and the Aircove line of routers), offer comprehensive online protection. Identity Defender is seamlessly integrated into the ExpressVPN iOS and Android apps and the My Account section of the website, allowing for quick setup.
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