Your Social Security Statement is now at your fingertips
Reading Time: 2 MinutesLast Updated: November 6, 2023
Have you ever received a Social Security Statement in the mail? You know, the one that shows all the earnings you’ve had each year and how much you could receive per month in Social Security benefits when you retire? The Statement contains crucial information workers need to plan for a comfortable retirement. Now, thanks to my Social Security, this information—and so much more— is only a few minutes away!
Your personal my Social Security account is secure and gives you ready access to your earnings records, Social Security benefit estimates, and printable Statements. Those who already receive benefits can view their payment history, current status, and manage their benefits.
To open a personal my Social Security account, go to our website and select “Create an Account” to get started. You must be 18 years old, have a valid Social Security number, U.S. mailing address (or a military address if deployed overseas), and an email address.
In some cases — like if there was reported credit card fraud under your name or Social Security number — you may have to contact your local Social Security office to open a personal my Social Security account.
Once registered, you can:
- Verify your earnings history.
- View estimated Social Security benefits based on your past earnings.
- View Social Security and Medicare taxes you’ve paid over your lifetime.
- Print your current Social Security Statement.
- Request a replacement Social Security card (in some states).
If you’re currently getting benefits, you can:
- View benefit payment information.
- Change your address and phone number.
- Start or change electronic payments.
- Get a replacement Medicare card.
- Get a replacement 1099 for tax season.
- Get a benefit verification letter.
When you sign up for a personal my Social Security account, we use a secure authentication process to protect the privacy of your identity and your Social Security Statement information. In addition to your unique username and password, you can also further protect your personal my Social Security account with a secure code texted to your phone every time you log in.
Just one more way Social Security strives to provide customers with peace of mind. Learn more at on our website.
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Doug Walker, Deputy Commissioner, Communications
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Priscilla v.
I would like to get a social security statement if possible on my deceased husband. I turn 60 next October and trying to figure if I get collect on his social security or retirement. I have no clue where to start or who to contact.
R.F.
Hello Priscilla. Your survivors benefit amount is based on the earnings of the person who died. The more they paid into Social Security, the higher your benefits would be. The monthly amount you would get is a percentage of the deceased’s basic Social Security benefit.
For examples of the benefits that survivors may receive click here.
One of our agents may be able to help you setting up an appointment to apply for your benefits and provide an estimate of your monthly benefit amount.
Please call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Thanks!
thomas w.
As of September 09, 2018, I am requesting my latest S.S. statement
V.V.
Hello Thomas, thank you for using our blog. You can get your personal Social Security Statement online by using your my Social Security account. If you don’t yet have an account, you can easily create one. Your online Statement gives you secure and convenient access to your earnings records. It also shows estimates of your future retirement benefits. Thanks.
Hemangini
How can I get my social security statement my mail or online so, I should check often.
H.B.
I cannot get into my account! Every time I try answering the verification questions it says I got them wrong. I have pulled all three (TransUnion, Experian, and Equifax) and am 100% certain I answered all questions correctly. Then I had to spend an hour on the phone getting my account unlocked, and I still cannot get in.
I am me! I don’t know how else to prove it if your information about me is incorrect!
THIS IS RIDICULOUS! Please fix this!
V.V.
We are sorry that you are having trouble creating a my Social Security account. To pass the verification process, we match the personal information you give us with the data we have in our records. Then, we use our Identity Services Provider to further verify your identity.
If you continue to have issues and have already called our help desk, you may need to visit your local Social Security office for assistance. A representative will verify your identity and issue you a letter containing an activation code. You can use the activation code to complete the creation of your my Social Security account. Select “Finish Setting Up Your Account” and enter the information requested, including the account activation code.
H. B.
I cannot get into my account! Every time I try answering the verification questions it says I got them wrong. I have pulled all three (TransUnion, Experian, and Equifax) and am 100% certain I answered all questions correctly. Then I had to spend an hour on the phone getting my account unlocked, and I still cannot get in.
I am me! I don’t know how else to prove it if your information about me is incorrect!
THIS IS RIDICULOUS! Please fix this!
H. B.
I cannot get into my account! Every time I try answering the verification questions it says I got them wrong. I have pulled all three (TransUnion, Experian, and Equifax) and am 100% certain I answered all questions correctly. Then I had to spend an hour on the phone getting my account unlocked, and I still cannot get in.
I am me! I don’t know how else to prove it if your information about me is incorrect!
THIS IS RIDICULOUS! Please fix this!
Patricia A.
When I try to create an account it is saying that my account is suspended. Please help me. My name is Patricia A Cornwell. Thank you.
V.V.
Patricia, thank you for using our blog. We are sorry that you are having trouble creating a my Social Security account. To pass the verification process, we match the personal information you give us with the data we have in our records. Then, we use our Identity Services Provider to further verify your identity.
If you are locked out, you can call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”. We hope this information helps.
Margaret J.
I need a income statement for this year I lost min
V.V.
Hi Margaret. If you’re talking about a benefit verification letter, you can request one online instantly by using your personal my Social Security account. To set up your account, visit the my Social Security web page and select, “Sign In or Create an Account.” You will need to provide some personal information to verify your identity, choose a username and password and follow the rest of the steps to finish creating your account. Once you create your account, scroll down to the Benefits and Payments section and choose “get benefit verification letter” where you can instantly view, print, or save your official letter. If you are unable to create an account or encounter a problem, you may call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk” or you can contact your local Social Security office.
Laurel B.
I have tried to obtain my social security statement online but when it asks for my user name and password, which I do not know, it tells me to set up an account. When I try to set up an account it keeps telling me I already have an account. Could you please tell me how I can get a statement of my earnings?
R.F.
We’re sorry for the inconvenience, Laurel. If you would like to receive your Social Security Statement by mail, please print and complete a “Request For Social Security Statement” (Form SSA-7004) and mail it to the address provided on the form.
If you were unable to create or encountered a problem with your my Social Security account, you may call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”, or contact your local Social Security office. Thanks!
Marisa A.
I would like a copy of my award letter
R.F.
Hello Marisa. If you need proof you get Social Security benefits, Supplemental Security (SSI) Income or Medicare, you can request a benefit verification letter online by using your personal my Social Security account. Thanks!