If you don't already have an IP PIN, you may get an IP PIN as a proactive step to protect yourself from tax-related identity theft. Anyone with an SSN or an ITIN can get an IP PIN including individuals …

You can request and view your six-digit IP PIN online using ID.me to sign in to the IRS website. This article walks you through how to get it, what to do if it’s missing, and who to contact for help.

Nov 1, 2025 · You can get an IP PIN from the IRS in a matter of minutes once you have an IRS online account, and only you and the tax agency will know the number. Each IP PIN is only good for one …

Aug 27, 2025 · If you haven’t yet explored the program, visit the IRS Get an IP PIN page, verify your identity and start the year knowing your tax return is safer from fraud.

Jul 26, 2025 · Learn how to get, use, and recover your IRS Identity Protection PIN in 2025 to safeguard against tax-related identity theft.

Oct 23, 2024 · To get an IP PIN, taxpayers should create or log into their online account at IRS.gov and follow the steps for identity verification. Once verified, taxpayers need to click on the profile tab to …

Find out how to retrieve your identity protection PIN (IP PIN) online or have it reissued by phone.

After you create an online account, use the “Get an IP Pin” button on the IRS website to register for a PIN. You can access the IP PIN tool from mid-January through mid-November

Aug 10, 2025 · If a taxpayer loses their IP PIN or does not receive it by the expected time, they can retrieve it through their IRS Online Account. If online retrieval is not possible, taxpayers can call the …

If you don’t receive a new IP PIN or you lost your IP PIN, you can attempt to retrieve your IP Pin online. This service will only work for taxpayers that have been issued an IP PIN before.