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Shopping Safely and Securely Online

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Learn how to protect your personal information from identity theft and other online fraud. – Credit Union National Association (CUNA) CUNA Website

Visit the U.S. government's central Web site for information about identity theft and consumer protection. – Federal Trade Commission (FTC) http://www.ftc.gov/

National Consumers League
The National Consumers League's mission is to identify, protect, represent, and advance the economic and social interests of consumers and workers. The National Consumers League is a private, nonprofit advocacy group representing consumers on marketplace and workplace issues. http://www.nclnet.org/

Debt Counselors of America
The Debt Counselors of America assist families and individuals with debt, credit, money, and financial problems. http://getoutofdebt.org/

Credit Counseling
In certain situations, credit counseling can offer debt counseling and credit education to help manage your finances. Consumer Credit Counseling Service (CCCS), a not-for-profit organization, offers confidential consultations with a credit counselor. Visit their Web site at http://www.nfcc.org/