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Your Social Security Statement is now at your fingertips

July 7, 2016 • By

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SSA StatementHave 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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  1. arthur a.

    buying a car, got appoved by carmax. need verification of income,tried to open ss my online acct, already had one. called ss office to get new one, couldn’t get through first time. tried next day, got through fast, given what i needed. tried myacctonline again, got to phone #, that has changed. called ss again, told new code would be mailed to me 7-10 day’s that seems crazy will give new user and passwords in email, but not phone codes, anyway was told other option was to go to fax machine and stand by and they would fax me codes. hung up and went to where my son works and called back (by fax machine)this time told it would take 24 to 48 hours to fax, ask if i had to be by machine, she said yes. told her i couldn’t by machine for that long without bathroom breaks,smoke breaks, and food, she got the hint and said she would talk to fax lady, came back on phone and said would get it in 2 to 3 hrs, never got it, part of my disability is bi-polar,personality disorder,depression,suicidal,and extreme anger issues issues. decided not to call back,because it woudn’t of been a good confersation. what can i do, im going to loose out on the car of my dreams, please help me. arthur allen rapp 9404521463, rappallen@yahoo.com, dealing with ft worth office.
    thank you, allen rapp

    • A.C.

      Hi, Arthur. We are sorry to hear about your experience. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. We ask that members in our Blog community work with our offices with specific questions. You can call us at 1-800-772-1213, Monday through Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., for assistance. Generally, you will have a shorter wait if you call later in the day. You can also contact your local Social Security office. You can also visit your local office if this request is time sensitive. We hope this helps.

  2. John D.

    I need a monthly statement telling the total amount of social security I am receiving. I only need 1 statement.

    • A.C.

      Hi, John. If you need a benefit verification letter, you can view, print, and save your benefit verification letter by setting up a personal my Social Security account online. For questions regarding your benefit verification letter, we ask that members in our Facebook community contact our offices. You can call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. You will generally have a shorter wait time if you call later in the day. We hope this helps.

  3. ClarenceC.sanos

    Social Security Print Out Statement -clarencec clvrsanos

    • A.C.

      Hi, Clarence.If you need a benefit verification letter, you can view, print, and save your benefit verification letter by setting up a personal my Social Security account online. For questions regarding your benefit verification letter, we ask that members in our Facebook community contact our offices. You can call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. You will generally have a shorter wait time if you call after later in the day. We hope this helps.

  4. Lawrence J.

    need to Get a replacement 1099 for 2018 tax season for both my wife and myself.
    Our new Address is 84 Inlet rd east, Southampton, NY 11968

    can not see how to get online.

    Lawrence J Schaeffer ss # *** – ** – ***
    wife/
    Elizabeth Schaeffer ss # *** – ** – ***

    • A.C.

      Hi, Lawrence. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. You can request a replacement SSA-1099/1042S for Tax Year 2018 by visiting your personal my Social Security account. You can also contact or visit your local Social Security office. They can assist with a replacement 1099. Just a reminder – please be cautious about posting personal information on social media. We hope this helps.

  5. Robert J.

    I have received benefits for years. We cannot seem to find what my medicare monthly deduction is?

    • A.C.

      Hi, Robert. If you need a benefit verification letter, you can view, print, and save your benefit verification letter by setting up a personal my Social Security account online. For questions regarding your benefit verification letter, we ask that members in our Blog community contact our offices. You can call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. You will generally have a shorter wait time if you call after later in the day. We hope this helps.

  6. William A.

    I would like to receive a copy of my social security statement, please.

    • L.A.

      Hi William. If you are not yet receiving Social Security benefits, you can access your Social Security Statement online at any time by creating a personal my Social Security account. With a my Social Security account, you can review estimates of your retirement, disability, and survivors benefits, your earnings record, and the estimated Social Security and Medicare taxes you’ve paid. We hope this help

  7. Sharon A.

    I have not been able to get any information about my account at all.

    • L.A.

      Hi Sharon. We are sorry to hear that you are having difficulty accessing your personal my Social Security account. If you are still unable to access your account or encounter another 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 https://secure.ssa.gov/ICON/main.jsp. We hope this helps.

  8. Holly B.

    I am trying to print my work history and can’t find it.

  9. John M.

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  10. RRM

    i cannot seem to get the dang security code texted to me, despite MULTIPLE attempts. yes, i waited the required 2 minutes. yes, i have a strong cell phone signal. no, i do not have any text blocking sent. so how am i supposed to log in to see my SS statement???! how am i supposed to be able to switch from texting to e-mailing of my security code (since obviously the texting method is not working…). your search facility for FAQs stinks too, as i cannot find ANYTHING regarding how to get around my issue……. PLEASE contact me with help ASAP.

    • A.C.

      Hi. We are sorry you have had difficulty accessing your personal my Social Security account. If you are still 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. We hope this helps.

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