Social Security Introduces Digital “My Social Security Account”

With the advent of new digital technology, you may now manage your Social Security account online using your own personal “my Social Security account.” Setting up a “my Social Security account” is quick, secure, and easy. Over 18 million Americans have already done so. A new account is opened approximately every 6 seconds.  A “my Social Security account” will give you the tools to manage the complex issues surrounding social security.

With a personalized “my Social Security account,” you can:

• Get an instant, personalized estimate of your future Social Security benefits;

• Verify the accuracy of your earnings record;

• Apply for retirement, disability, spousal, and Medicare benefits;

• Check the status of your benefit application;

• Utilize one of Social Security’s benefits planners to help you better understand your options as you plan for retirement;

And much more.

The site is optimized to function on home computers, tablets, and smartphones so you can access your personalized account from anywhere.

You can sign up today at www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount.