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FAQs

Does TransUnion send text messages? ›

What are TUI Instant Alert Texts? TUI Instant Alert Texts are SMS messages that are sent to opted-in users that notify TUCM customers when TransUnion receives an Inquiry on their credit report. After an initial confirmation SMS message, users will receive one TUI SMS message per new Inquiry reported.

TransUnion: 800-916-8800 or online. Equifax: 800-685-1111 or online.

If you're a consumer with questions or issues related to your personal credit report, drivers history report, disputes, fraud, identity theft, credit report freeze or credit monitoring services, please contact our Consumer Relations Department at 800-916-8800.

If you want to change your freeze over the phone, call us at 800-916-8800 and we'll verify your identity by asking for your name, date of birth, address, and Social Security number.

The fastest way to place a fraud alert on your credit report is through the TransUnion Service Center. Log in or create an account to get started. You can also do this over the phone by calling us at 800-916-8800.

Yes, it is generally safe to provide your Social Security number to TransUnion when necessary, such as when placing a fraud alert on your credit report or disputing errors.

TransUnion Contact Information

TransUnion provides a number of contact methods for its customers and general consumers. General support can be reached Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. ET at (833) 395-6938.

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There are some differences around how the various data elements on a credit report factor into the score calculations. Although credit scoring models vary, generally, credit scores from 660 to 724 are considered good; 725 to 759 are considered very good; and 760 and up are considered excellent.

Initially we'll be TransUnion (formerly Callcredit), as reflected in the logo, before we move to simply TransUnion.

Do you have to pay for TransUnion? ›

And it's still free. The three national credit reporting agencies—TransUnion, Experian and Equifax—are required by federal law to provide you with a free annual credit report. In fact, AnnualCreditReport.com was created by the credit reporting agencies as a one-stop-shop to provide you with your annual credit reports.

With TransUnion, you get more. You can keep a close eye on your credit information regularly on our mobile app. You will get near- instant email alerts as soon as we receive a hard inquiry lender request for your TransUnion credit report. You can refresh your credit report and score daily.

Order a free copy of your credit report and check the accounts listed to make sure they are valid accounts opened by you. The number for Equifax is 800-525-6285, the number for Experian is 888-397-3742 and the number for TransUnion is 800-888-4213.

TransUnion| 888-909-8872

NerdWallet has a step-by- step TransUnion freeze guide.

Is TransUnion legit? TransUnion is one of the three major credit bureaus, and it has a strong reputation for providing reliable, consistent credit scores. It offers credit monitoring services, fraud alerts, identity theft protection and other useful services to help consumers maximize their credit.

Your personal information, such as name, address, date of birth, and Social Security Number, is reported to TransUnion by your creditors. TransUnion maintains a separate credit file for each individual. Without your Social Security Number, the quality and accuracy of your credit history could be compromised.

It's common for credit card companies or banks to offer two-step authentication—which sends a unique code via SMS, text, or email. However, those messages will not require sensitive information to access your account.

Visit our Web site at www.transunion.com or call 1-800-680-7289 to contact the TransUnion Fraud Victim Assistance Department today.