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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DIANA B.
I’m trying to activate my SS ACCOUNT
Going to be 62 in February 2021 want to get started. I tried on line and it indicates need a ACTIVATION CODE
Where and how do I get this code?
V.V.
Hi Diana, thanks for using our blog to ask your question. When you are creating an account, you can choose to take photos of your ID or input your ID and financial information. Once that process is completed, you will be asked how you would like to get your activation code: Text, Email or Mail.
If you continue to have difficulties with your account, you may call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) or you can contact your local Social Security office. Please look for the general inquiry telephone number at the Social Security Office Locator. The number may appear under Show Additional Office Information. Please be aware that our call wait times are longer than normal. We hope this information helps.
Patrick W.
How can I find out how much I received from SSA in 2018
V.V.
Hi Patrick, thanks for using our blog. For a 2018 SSA-1099, you will need to call your local Social Security office. Please look for the general inquiry telephone number at the Social Security Office Locator. The number may appear under Show Additional Office Information. Please be aware that our call wait times are longer than normal. We hope this information helps.
chynetra m.
I need to get past w-2 back as far as 2014 to current can you point me to the right direction i’ve tried to get from past employers with no luck
S.D.
Thank you for your question, Chynetra. Please see our Frequently Asked Questions web page for information on how to obtain copies of your W-2s for past years. We hope this is helpful.
Laurie D.
Why do i need to give you a credit card number?
V.V.
Hi Laurie, thanks for using our blog. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for the verification process to create a my Social Security account.
Laurie D.
Why do i need to give you a credit card?
Christopher w.
How do u get into ur account if u dont remeber any of ur acvount imformation
V.V.
Hi Christopher, thanks for using our blog. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for details on how to retrieve or change your username and password. We hope this helps!
Francisco M.
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Brandon B.
How do I get a job history request?
V.V.
Hi Brandon, thanks for using our blog to ask your question. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for details on how to get a detailed earnings statement that includes your employers. We hope this helps!
Brenda J.
I need to change my address.
V.V.
Hi Brenda, thanks for using our blog. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for details on how to change your address. We hope this is helpful!
Bonnie L.
I would like a statement of my earned credits that I have mailed to my home..
V.V.
Hi Bonnie, thanks for using our blog. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for details on how to get a Social Security Statement. We hope this is helpful!
Francisco M.
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Avelino D.
Hi, I live outside of the United States and do not need Medicare so I would like to withhold the premium from my SS pension. I wanted to write a letter to have this done but I cannot find an address to mail the letter. What do I do?