A Social Security number (SSN) is a unique identifier issued by the U.S. government. It is essential for various functions, including securing employment, filing taxes, opening bank accounts, and ...

A my Social Security account allows you to view your contributions to the Social Security program. You can also get a personalized estimate of your future Social Security payments in retirement.

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