ExpressVPN has launched a new credit monitoring tool to help you protect your identity and finances online.
Credit Scanner provides real-time monitoring so you can take quick action on suspicious activity before your online credit is affected. It complements the recently launched Identity Defender suite that aims to protect you from identity theft.
Like the ID bundle, ExpressVPN Credit Scanner is only available for the US market at the time of writing. It comes free alongside one of the best VPN apps you can get if you sign up for the one- or two-year plans. This latest offering also adds the ability to get a detailed monthly credit report.
Why use ExpressVPN Credit Scanner?
“Credit has moved online, so it’s not just about knowing how to manage a budget – people also need digital skills to keep scores, manage accounts and protect their information,” said Lauren Hendry Parsons, Digital Privacy Advocate at ExpressVPN. “Without this, people could fall victim to scams or data breaches that impact their credit rating and finances.”
This is where ExpressVPN Credit Scanner comes in handy. By sending regular updates, the tool allows you to easily track changes to your credit score, payment history, and account balance.
You will also receive timely notifications when unusual credit activities occur. This proactive approach allows you to identify identity theft before it’s too late and take all measures to protect your finances.
ExpressVPN’s new tool also promises to make it easier to access credit freeze options, giving you more control over protecting your credit online.
When you sign up for ExpressVPN’s new two-year plan, you’ll also get exclusive access to monthly detailed credit reports, so you can stay on top of your financial life. You can get up to 82% off this plan with the provider’s limited-time Black Friday VPN deal.
Credit Scanner is part of the Identity Defender Suite that the provider launched at the end of October. Identity theft incidents have increased year over year, as data from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) shows, with credit fraud a major motive behind these attacks.
“We wanted to do more to help our users take control of their online identity and financial security,” said Sam Bultez, Head of Product at ExpressVPN, explaining that each tool focuses on a different aspect of identity protection.
ExpressVPN Identity Defender also includes an identity theft alert, cyber insurance, and a data deletion service. All of these solutions come alongside feature-packed VPN software with a built-in tracker blocker and a free-to-use password manager for a multi-layered approach to online security.