Document Destruction is Crucial for Preventing Identity Theft in the Digital Age
Document Destruction is Crucial for Preventing Identity Theft in the Digital Age – Paper documents can still be a major source of identity theft if not properly destroyed
In today’s digital age, businesses and individuals will focus heavily on protecting their online data, implementing firewalls, and using encryption to secure sensitive information. While these efforts are essential, physical document destruction is one significant area that’s often overlooked.
Even in an era dominated by technology, paper documents can still be a significant source of identity theft if not properly destroyed. At Legal Shred, we specialize in secure document shredding to help protect you and your business from the growing threat of identity theft.
Let’s take a closer look…
Physical Documents Still Contain Sensitive Data
Many people assume that identity theft primarily occurs online, but a significant amount of theft still happens through physical means. Bank statements, medical records, tax forms, and even old utility bills contain personal information that can be used to steal identities or commit fraud. If these papers are thrown away without being shredded, criminals can retrieve and use them.
Dumpster diving remains a common tactic among identity thieves who search through discarded documents for valuable information. Proper shredding is the only way to ensure these documents are rendered wholly unusable and your information stays secure.
Legal Compliance and Protecting Customers
Document destruction isn’t just a best practice for businesses—it’s often the law. Regulations such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), the Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act (FACTA), and the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA) require that businesses securely dispose of documents containing personal information. Failure to comply can result in hefty fines and reputational damage.
Choosing to partner with Legal Shred ensures that all documents are destroyed according to legal standards, protecting your business and your client’s sensitive information.
A comprehensive approach to security includes both digital safeguards and secure shredding.
Trust Legal Shred to safeguard your privacy by securely destroying all sensitive documents.
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