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    Social Security Online

    Check benefits without standing in line.

    1. Make a my Social Security account

    Visit ssa.gov. Click my Social Security. Set up with Login.gov or ID.me.

    2. Check estimated benefit

    See your projected monthly check at any future age.

    3. Print 1099-SSA

    Download your tax form anytime. Tax preparers love this.

    4. Update direct deposit

    Change the bank account where checks go without mailing forms.

    5. Replace SSA card

    If you lose it, request a replacement online — no trip needed in most states.

    6. Beware fakes

    SSA never calls and threatens. They never demand gift cards. Hang up on those.

    Real Social Security questions? Call 1-800-772-1213 — never the number from a strange call.