Safeguarding Senior Citizens from Identity Theft

October 29, 2023

In today’s digital age, identity theft is a growing concern, affecting people of all ages. However, senior citizens are particularly vulnerable to identity theft for various reasons. They often possess a wealth of personal and financial information, which makes them prime targets for cybercriminals and scammers. Today on the blog, your friends at Shred Monkey are exploring why identity thieves frequently target senior citizens and offer insights into how we can help protect them, including professional shredding services.

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Can Your Identity Really Be Stolen from Your Trash?

August 26, 2023

The concept of identity theft has become a pervasive concern in our increasingly digital world. While online data breaches and scams are often the primary focus, the notion that someone can steal your identity from your trash, commonly known as “dumpster diving,” has been a persistent worry for many. But is this concern based on fact or fiction? Continue reading to learn more from the team at Shred Monkey.

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Top 3 Myths about Paper Shredding

April 22, 2023

Business owners in Indianapolis often debate whether or not to hire a professional shredding company for their document destruction. Most people can see the benefits of a fast and efficient shredding service that a company like Shred Monkey can provide. However, they are held back by several common myths that keep them from seeing the true reasons that they need a professional shredding company. With that in mind, keep reading to see those myths debunked by our awesome team!

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The Truth About Dumpster Divers

October 21, 2022

When you think about dumpster divers, you probably picture a homeless-looking person going head-first into a dumpster behind a restaurant to find half a sandwich. However, the truth is, that more and more criminals are taking to dumpster diving behind apartment buildings, financial institutions, and other businesses because, quite frankly, it’s a profitable hobby to get into. To protect yourself and your personal business, consider the following blog from Shred Monkey about dumpster divers and learn what you may be doing wrong.

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Random Documents You Should Be Shredding

February 22, 2022

If you’re a responsible adult, you probably already make use of a professional shredding service to safely dispose of your secure documents. You’ve got all your bases covered by yearly shredding your tax documents, medical records, and other bills that have your personal information on them. However, as the main goal of shredding is to prevent fraud and identity theft, there are a few more personal documents you should add to the list that you may not have thought of. At Shred Monkey, we always value our clients’ privacy above all else, so take a look at this list and make sure you’re covered.

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Shredding for Banks and Financial Institutions

December 28, 2021

As a financial institution, your business is trusted with highly sensitive data pertaining to your valuable clients. The last thing you’d ever want is for that sensitive data to be stolen or used without your client’s consent. That’s why it is vital to have a reliable way to destroy data once it is no longer needed. At Shred Monkey, we provide that service to banks and financial institutions in the Indianapolis area. Read on to learn more.

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3 Things to Look For in a Shredding Company

October 19, 2021

Business owners and private residents alike see the benefits of a professional shredding company. It’s not hard to see why the confidential destruction of certain documents would be necessary for protection against fraud and identity theft. However, when it comes to choosing a shredding company, it can be hard to know which option is best for your specific situation. That’s why the team at Shred Monkey has put together this list of three things to look for when hiring a professional shredding company.

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3 Personal Documents You Should Be Shredding

October 19, 2020

If you regularly use a shredding service for your personal documents, your main concern likely is financial documents. Anything that could potentially compromise your credit or put you at risk of identity theft is an obvious choice for shredding, thus you’re not likely to overlook it. However, there are several other documents that you shouldn’t leave hanging around, as they can also put you and your family at risk. Our team at Shred Monkey wants to make sure you’re not forgetting to shred these three documents.

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3 Ways to Protect Your Business from Identity Theft

June 24, 2020

While some Americans believe that identity theft mainly applies to individuals, the truth is that businesses are not immune. The same problems that identity thieves cause for individuals can harm a business’s finances and credit history. Additionally, if a business is attacked, it can threaten the livelihood of many employees and customers who rely on the company. To avoid the threat of identity theft for your business, follow these three steps recommended by your friends at Shred Monkey.

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Purging Tax Documents

August 31, 2019

Tax season may seem a long way off, but it’s actually just around the corner. And, many Americans are already starting to get their documents in order. While most may know what they’re supposed to do when it comes to the filing itself, they might not always be aware of the best way to protect their personal information. With the threat of identity theft and the possibility that the IRS may have questions about your tax documentation, it can be hard to know what to shred and what to store when it comes to important tax documents. That’s why our team at Shred Monkey of Indianapolis has put together some helpful tips, so you know whether to shred or not to shred.

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