How do I freeze my credit?

Now they’re easier to find—and you can get to the credit freeze pages for all three credit bureaus by clicking these links: Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. These pages provide further links to: Freeze the credit of a child, spouse, or other relative. You’ll start by filling a form that may ask for:4,5,6

What is a credit freeze?

A credit freeze—called a security freeze by credit bureaus—protects you from the cost and disruption that can happen when identity thieves attempt to open new accounts in your name.1 If you choose to freeze your credit, you have three options. In order of ease and speed, they are: online, on the phone, or in the mail (U.S. Postal, not “e”).2

Can you freeze a credit card?

Freezing a credit card lets you pause most new transactions if you've misplaced your card or you'd like to take a break from spending. You can freeze your credit card through your credit card issuer’s website or app. At Experian, one of our priorities is consumer credit and finance education.