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When it comes to the individual plans, Identity Guard can be a little underwhelming with both feature sets and price points.

Aura offers protection from identity theft and financial fraud, as well as credit monitoring services and parental controls.

Why we chose it: Aura simplifies the decision-making process with a single, all-inclusive plan available for individuals, couples and families that excels in both protection and restoration services.

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LifeLock is the identity theft protection service with the best computer and device protection, with options to combine ...

Even though the Identity Theft Resource Center reported fewer identity crime cases between 2024 and 2025, the number of people experiencing multiple identity-related concerns increased year-over-year ...

Preventing identity theft isn’t easy without help, and many people don’t realize they’ve become victims until after damage occurs. That’s where identity theft protection services save you some serious ...

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