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You can file a complaint and submit applications for licensing online. Filings you do not wish to make or that are not available online can be submitted via mail for processing. Department staff is available to assist with any questions at (800) 922-1594 (toll free in SC) or 803-734-4200 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding State holidays. You can also email general questions to scdca@scconsumer.gov

 

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Cybersecurity Basics

Cybersecurity Basics (PDF) - Cybersecurity doesn't need to be complicated. Here are the basics of cybersecurity so you can be in control of your information and keep your devices safe.

Social Media Smarts

Social Media Smarts - Spot the signs of a scam and learn how to protect yourself from those trying to gain access to your accounts.

Don't Get Hooked by Phishing Scams

Don't Get Hooked by Phishing Scams (PDF) - Beware of fraudsters attempting to "phish" personal info from unsuspecting consumers.

Email is Not Secure

Email is Not Secure (PDF) - Email is a very common and useful form of communication. The following tips can help make your email experience safer and more enjoyable.

Tips for Beating Cyber Criminals

Tips for Beating Cyber Criminals (PDF) - Tips on how to strengthen your security while using computers and mobile devices.

Best Tricks for Beating Cyber Criminals

Best Tricks for Beating Cyber Criminals (PDF) - Tricks to keep your information and money safe from cyber criminals.

Smartphone Safety

Smartphone Safety (PDF) - Smartphones are often the weakest link in the chain of cybersecurity, making them an easy target for hackers and ID thieves. Learn the common threats to your personal information.

Identity Theft

How to Prevent Identity Theft

How to Prevent Identity Theft (PDF) - This brochure provides step-by-step instructions on what to do after a security breach and more.

How to Prevent Identity Theft (YouTube) - Learn how to protect yourself in under two minutes!

Learn more about Identity Theft

Child ID Theft

Child ID Theft (PDF) - Any age group can be affected by ID theft. Here are some ways to keep your child's personal info safe!

ID Theft: Income Tax Fraud

ID Theft: Income Tax Fraud (PDF) - Identity thieves can use your personal information in any way that you can, including to file YOUR taxes. Take these steps to protect yourself from income tax fraud!

Financial Monitoring Tools

Financial Monitoring Tools (PDF) - These tips can help you protect and monitor your financial information in ways you may not have thought of before.

10 Ways to be a Savvier Consumer

10 Ways to be a Savvier Consumer (PDF) - Here are some prevention tips to help you avoid ID theft

Privacy

Do Not Call Registry Facts

Do Not Call Registry Facts (PDF) - Little Known Facts about the Do Not Call Registry and why you may still be getting phone calls.

Do Not Call Registry - What It Can and Cannot Do For You (Webinar) - Learn the rules of the Do Not Call Registry, what it CANNOT do, why you should still sign up and tips on how to stop more of those unwanted calls.

How to Opt Out of Unwanted Offers

How to Opt Out of Unwanted Offers (PDF) - Wondering how you can stop annoying calls, emails and mail from coming to you? Here are the tips to help stop it.

Tips to be a Savvier Consumer

Tips to be a Savvier Consumer (PDF) - Here are ten easy ways to get you on track to avoid scams and identity theft.

Security Breach Tools

Security Breach Tools (PDF) - Have you gotten notice of a security breach? Find out what action steps to take and ID theft warning signs to watch out for.