Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports -- Improper use of your report -- Complaint #4671645
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 4671645
Company: Equifax, INC.
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports
Sub-Product: Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report
Sub-Issue: Reporting company used your report improperly
State: Oklahoma
ZIP Code: 73034
Date Received: 2021-08-28T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2021-08-28T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
Equifax sold my information. I didnt even get a notice that my information was compromised. I had to find out on my own. Then they charged me for credit report and i subscribed to what i thought was credit monitoring. That account has been compromised. XXXX opened account using my info that is connected to two XXXX numbers and each number has two additional accounts associated with each number. Then they didn't protect my personal info at all then selling it on the dark web. Then tp top it off metro by XXXX XXXX swapped me and took over my sell phone getting phishing message all from XXXX customer care. My email is hacked XXXX messenger its outta control. Who ever stole my identity is monitoring my credit and making dispute so i won't find out. Its my credit and i wan na be able to access and use it. They also are trying t get settlement money also. Help me
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #4671645 about?
Complaint #4671645 was filed against Equifax, INC. regarding Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports specifically about Improper use of your report. It was received by the CFPB on 2021-08-28T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Equifax, INC. respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with explanation". The response was timely.
What is the risk level of this complaint?
See the risk assessment section for details on this complaint's risk profile.
How do I file a similar complaint?
You can file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint. Select the appropriate product category (Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports) and describe your issue in detail.
Can I see other complaints against Equifax, INC.?
Yes, visit the Equifax, INC. company profile at readthecomplaint.com/company/equifax-inc to see all complaints, risk scores, and analysis.
Disclaimer
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