my Social Security

Access your Social Security information and manage your benefits online with a personal my Social Security account. To create your account, verify your identity with our partner site:

Create an account with LOGIN.GOV

If you live outside of the U.S.:

Create an account with ID.me

Already have an account? .

Go Digital! With a personal my Social Security account, you can:

Save time

Manage your benefits and requests online without phone calls or office visits.

  • Request a replacement Social Security Number card
  • Change your address or direct deposit
  • Print proof of benefits or tax forms

Plan for the future

Get information and estimates to help you plan ahead.

  • Get your Social Security Statement
  • Use personalized planning tools
  • Estimate benefits you could receive at different ages

Help protect your identity

Review your earnings history and secure your account to help prevent misuse.

  • Review earnings for accuracy
  • Monitor for unusual activity
  • Secure and manage your online account

Ready to get started?

Social Security uses Login.gov to allow you to sign in to your official my Social Security account safely and securely. The first step in creating your account is deciding which sign in option to use. If you are not sure which account to choose, continue with Login.gov. If you already have a Login.gov or ID.me account, use it to sign in to my Social Security.

Login Comparison
  LOGIN.GOV ID.me
What it is
A government sign-in service used across many federal agencies
A sign-in service used across many federal agencies and private companies
Best for
Most users in the United States
Users inside or outside the United States
What you'll need
Email address, government-issued photo ID and a phone number
Email address, government-issued photo ID and a device with a camera
Get Started
Create an account with LOGIN.GOV
Create an account with ID.me

Also Within This Section

Creating an Account

Follow step-by-step instructions to create an account and access your Social Security information online.

Using Your Account

Estimate and manage your benefits, request a replacement Social Security card, and more with your official account.

Account FAQs & Help

Find answers to common questions about creating an account, signing in, and security.

How to Create Your Login.gov Account with SSA

How to Create Your ID.me Account with SSA