<human>:  How can I protect myself against identity theft?
<bot>: To protect yourself against identity theft, the best thing you can do is to be vigilant about protecting your personal information. Make sure to never share passwords or social security numbers with anyone. If any suspicious activity is noticed on your accounts or credit, be sure to report it immediately. Additionally, regularly monitor your credit reports and make sure to shred all sensitive documents, bills, credit card offers, and other identifying documents before disposing them. Finally, consider investing in identity theft protection services that offer tools to monitor your credit and alert you of any suspicious activity.