See What You Can Do Online During National Social Security Month

Last month we featured how you can replace a lost or stolen Social Security card, get a copy of your 1099 (SSA-1099), and check the status of your Social Security benefit application or claim. This month we share three more advantages.

If you already receive Social Security benefits (retirement, survivors or disability) and you have a bank account, you can start or update your direct deposit information online by using the My Profile Tab in your personal my Social Security account. In most cases, you are required to receive federal benefits electronically, so when you choose direct deposit, we will electronically deposit your funds directly into a bank account.

Do you receive Social Security benefits (retirement, survivors, or disability) or are you enrolled in Medicare and getting ready to move? If yes, you can easily change your address online in your personal my Social Security account.

Finally, if you need a benefit verification letter - often called a budget letter, a benefits letter, a proof of income letter or a proof of award letter - you can instantly access this letter online in your personal my Social Security account.

If you do not already have an account, the first thing you need to do is create one at www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount. Please know that securing your identity and personal information is important to us. We protect your information by using strict identity verification and security features. The application process has built-in features to detect fraud and confirm your identity.

Share with friends and family what you can do online with a my Social Security account at www.socialsecurity.gov.