The IRS recommends every US taxpayer create an IP PIN to lock down their taxes, but the feature is soon closing for maintenance.

The IRS is encouraging taxpayers to get an identity protection PIN (IP PIN). An IP PIN is a six-digit number that helps ...

The IRS relaunched its Identity Protection Personal Identification Number (IP PIN) program this week and all US taxpayers are encouraged to enroll for added security against identity theft and ...

Taxpayers who plan to file early in 2025 are reminded by the IRS to sign up for an IP PIN before November 23.

To file an identity-theft affidavit with the IRS, open a support ticket or get a personal pin number, see the agency’s website.

Tax scams are worse than ever. Getting an IP PIN from the IRS can stop identity thieves from stealing your tax refund.