ExpressVPN Launches Credit Scanner to Protect Identity and Finances

• ExpressVPN gives users a new way to protect their identity and finances with a new Credit Scanner tool

BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS; 20 November 2024 — Leading privacy and security company, ExpressVPN today introduces Credit Scanner, an innovative credit monitoring service designed to help U.S. users protect their credit scores and identity—all included within the ExpressVPN app. Credit Scanner offers real-time credit activity monitoring, allowing users to take swift action against potential identity theft and secure their financial future.

Credit monitoring is essential in today’s digital landscape, where identity theft is on the rise. By tracking changes in credit scores and financial activity, Credit Scanner empowers users to detect and address suspicious activity before it impacts their credit.

Sam Bultez, Head of Product, says: “Credit Scanner is the latest addition to ExpressVPN’s recently introduced Identity Defender suite. We wanted to do more to help our users take control of their online identity and financial security. Each Identity Defender tool focuses on a different aspect of identity protection, and together these tools provide users with a holistic approach to safeguarding their online identity. Combined with ExpressVPN’s premium VPN, Keys password manager, and advanced protection features, Identity Defender adds a robust, multi-layered approach to security”.

Digital Privacy Advocate Lauren Hendry Parsons says: “Many Americans have a hard time managing credit, partly because financial and digital literacy isn’t widely taught. Credit has moved online, so it’s not just about knowing how to manage a budget—people also need digital skills to track scores, manage accounts, and protect their information. Without this, people can fall victim to scams or data breaches that impact their credit and finances. When credit information isn’t protected or well-understood, it’s easy to slip into debt, hurt credit scores, fall victim to scammers or even be impersonated. Better access to financial and digital literacy and straightforward tools can empower people to manage their credit and digital identity more confidently and safely.”

Notes to the Editor:

Setup: ExpressVPN makes setup simple: users can activate Credit Scanner directly within the ExpressVPN mobile app under the Upgrades > Credit Scanner section, or by signing in to My Account on the ExpressVPN website.

Part of Identity Defender: Credit Scanner is part of the Identity Defender suite of online protection tools provided by ExpressVPN. Each tool focuses on a different aspect of identity protection, and includes:

• Credit Scanner: Monitors your credit activity, enabling you to take action when there are suspicious activities quickly.
• ID Theft Insurance: Offers up to $1M coverage in the event of identity theft.
• ID Alerts: Scours the dark web for your data, and checks for SSN and address changes.
• Data Removal: Sends data removal requests on your behalf to data brokers and people search sites, keeping your personal details out of unwanted hands.