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Shredding: the basics

Anything with a number, signature or account detail.

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Identity thieves still go through trash and recycling. Shredding anything with personal or account details closes that door.

Shred

  • Anything with your Social Security number or date of birth
  • Account statements and anything with account numbers
  • Pre-approved credit offers and convenience checks
  • Medical bills and insurance statements
  • Old IDs, cards and documents with signatures

More detail

See our full shredding guide, including free community shred days.

General educational information, not legal or tax advice. Dime Keepers isn't paid by any storage, shredding, safe or cloud company.