MEDIA ALERT: The Identity Theft Resource Center Remains Open to Victims Amid Government Shutdown

The ITRC provides free assistance for victims of identity theft, fraud or scams

SAN DIEGO, Oct. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Identity Theft Resource Center^® (ITRC), a nationally recognized nonprofit organization established to support victims of identity crime, is available to assist victims during the Federal Government shutdown. The ITRC, a trusted nonprofit partner of the Federal Trade Commission and the Internal Revenue Service, can provide immediate, free assistance to those who believe they are victims of identity theft, fraud or a scam.

Through the ITRC's no-cost contact center, the award-winning nonprofit provides resolution plans for victims to help them restore and protect their identity after a criminal has misused personal information. The ITRC also provides free prevention information to help people protect their identities.

Victims and consumers can speak with an expert advisor toll-free by text or phone (888.400.5530) or by using the live chat function on our company website, idtheftcenter.org. The ITRC also operates FrozenPii.com, a website that focuses on how to freeze your credit and other data sources to help prevent identity theft, fraud and scams.

About the Identity Theft Resource Center

Founded in 1999, the Identity Theft Resource Center^® (ITRC) is a national nonprofit organization established to empower and guide consumers, victims, business and government to minimize risk and mitigate the impact of identity compromise and crime. Through public and private support, the ITRC provides no-cost victim assistance and consumer education through its website live chat, idtheftcenter.org, and toll-free phone number 888.400.5530. The ITRC also equips consumers and businesses with information about recent data breaches through its data breach tracking tool. The ITRC offers help to specific populations, including the deaf/hard of hearing and blind/low vision communities. 

SOURCE Identity Theft Resource Center