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my Social Security Saves You Time for the Important Things

April 30, 2018 • By

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Last Updated: November 3, 2023

Time is our most valuable resource. How you spend it is important. A my Social Security account helps free your time for the important things. What is a my Social Security account? Watch this video to find out:

Have you got a personal my Social Security account? If not, open yours today. You’ll find it’s easy, convenient, and secure.

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Jim Borland, Acting Deputy Commissioner for Communications

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  1. Sharon L.

    How do I obtain an activation code

    • A.C.

      Hi, Sharon. An activation code is given to those who visit their local Social Security office. A representative in the office will verify your identity and issue you an activation code. If you are unable to create an account or encounter a problem with your personal my Social Security account, you may:
      •Call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”; or
      •Contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.

  2. Wayne Y.

    I received a reset code for my account, but the directions in the letter are unclear (typical government agency garbage). The directions do not say where the code should be entered, so I did a search on reset code and was directed to this page which absolutely worthless. Thias is NOT a help page, it is an advertisement page.

  3. mahendra m.

    i cannot log in to my accont with your reset code sent in mail

  4. John C.

    Where do I get an activation code to sign up for medicare

  5. ginny t.

    This is the most unfriendly website! I have wasted hours trying to access my information again. I have requested and received a temporary password that the system will not accept. Today, it won’t accept my name! This is NOT a timesaver, by any definition!!

    • A.C.

      We are sorry to hear about your frustration, Jenny. If you are still unable to access your account or encounter a problem with your personal my Social Security account, you may:
      •Call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”; or
      •Contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.

  6. Steven

    I can’t create a my SSA account. It won’t let me use my SS#. What can i do?

    • A.C.

      Hi, Steven. If you are unable to create an account or encounter a problem with your personal my Social Security account, you may:
      •Call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”; or
      •Contact your local Social Security office. Thanks!

  7. Annette P.

    Where do I input my reset code I received in the mail?

    • A.C.

      Hi, Annette. If you are unable to access an account or encounter a problem with your personal my Social Security account, you may:
      •Call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”; or
      •Contact your local Social Security office. Thanks!

  8. PAMELA M.

    Please change the witholding amount for Federal tax on my social security proceeds.

    • V.V.

      Hi Pamela, thank you for using our blog. To change your voluntary tax withholding, you’ll need a Form W-4V from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). You can download the form or call the IRS toll-free at 1-800-829-3676 and ask for Form W-4V. Sign the form and return it to your local Social Security office by mail or in person.

  9. Jennifer C.

    As a RN charge nurse, my treatment has not been satisfactory

  10. steven p.

    need reset code to access my account. how do I get it.

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