18K views · 92 reactions | The IP PIN is a six-digit number assigned to eligible taxpayers to help prevent the misuse of their Social Security number on fraudulent federal income tax returns. Watch this #IRS video to learn more: https://youtu.be/YhfSZuwGrlY #IRSYouTubeFeatureFriday | IRS | Facebook

🔐 **How to Get & Protect Your IRS IP PIN!** 🔐 An **Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN)** is a **6-digit number** from the IRS that helps prevent **tax fraud and identity theft.** If you have one, you **must use it** to file your tax return. **How to Get Your IP PIN:** - Visit **IRS.gov** and log into your IRS account - Verify your identity - Receive your IP PIN instantly **What to Do If You Lose It:** - Retrieve it online through your IRS account - Call the IRS at **800-908-4490** if you can't ac