Frequently Asked Questions
- Does credit monitoring affect my credit score?
- What kind of events will trigger an alert?
- What if I already have credit monitoring?
- How does Debix contact me?
- Does Debix keep my cell phone number private?
- Can Debix call me at more than one number?
- What happens if I miss a call?
- Is the Debix warning call placed by a person or a computer?
- How can I be sure it is really Debix calling me?
- Will Debix affect my ability to use my existing credit cards?
- Can a bank reject me because I am using Debix?
- Do I really need to worry about identity theft?
- What kind of insurance do you have?
- What kind of guarantees do you have?
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No. Only when you ask a possible creditor to inquire about your credit can it affect your score. You as the consumer have the right to monitor your credit as much you like without any negative effects.
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- Any inquires to your credit file — Now that Debix will use feeds directly from your credit file you will be alerted anytime a lender even accesses your credit history with the intent of opening a new account, whereas with fraud alerts it was up to the lender's discretion to call or use other less reliable methods of verification. If you have not applied for any new lines of credit, you will be connected immediately to the OnCall team who will work with the lender to prevent any unauthorized accounts from being opened.
- Changes to existing account information including name and address — Existing account takeover is a serious problem that is difficult to resolve unless caught immediately. Anytime new personal information is introduced to your credit file, you will be notified with an alert call.
- Any new accounts posted to your credit file
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Debix's credit monitoring differs from traditional credit monitoring because our alerts are mobile. You'll be alerted on your registered phone numbers anytime lenders view your credit file with the intent of opening new lines of credit, anytime personal information contained on your credit file is changed, and any time new accounts are opened in your name. Should any of this be an indication fraudulent activity, you will be immediately connected to an OnCall Investigator to work on your behalf with the lender to ensure a new fraudulent account is not opened, none of your existing accounts are taken over, and that any fraudulent accounts are removed from your credit file. Debix will also continue to provide full identity recovery and insurance.
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Debix will contact you at up to three registered telephone numbers in your name.
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Yes. Debix does not provide your personal phone numbers to banks or creditors.
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Yes. Debix offers a Find Me feature that will call you at up to three phone numbers.
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If you are not available, Debix will leave a message on your voice mail box asking you to call 888-DebixMe (888-332-4963) to approve a request. When you return the call, Debix will play the request for your approval.
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It is placed by our secure voice servers, so there is no delay.
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While Caller ID can be faked, you can be sure it is Debix calling when you hear your Voice Key played at the beginning of every call. During registration you will record a personal Voice Key by speaking a short phrase like "I am safe with Debix."
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No.
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Absolutely not - it is against the law. Contact Debix immediately if this occurs.
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Identity fraud is becoming a national crisis. This year an estimated 1 in 6 Americans will have their identity stolen. Computer breaches are occurring in record numbers through government agencies, universities, major corporations and other public and private organizations.
It can take years of frustration and thousands of dollars to correct the mistakes and remove negative information from your credit report. In the process, the damage to your credit can prevent you from obtaining jobs, renting properties and much more.
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Debix includes loss reimbursement identity theft insurance coverage, providing expert assistance and financial relief up to $25,000, for identity restoration costs, legal defense expenses and lost wages. More details about coverage can be found here.
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Debix offers a $1 Million Guarantee.