What is the IP PIN program? 
An Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) is a six-digit number that prevents someone else from filing a tax return using your Social Security number. The IP PIN is known only to you and the IRS and helps us verify your identity when you file your electronic or paper tax return.

**If you apply for this PIN we will need a copy of the letter that you will get from the IRS. We will not be able to file your taxes until we have this code.

Are you Eligible?

If you are a confirmed victim of identity theft and we have resolved your tax account issues, we’ll mail you a CP01A Notice with your IP PIN each year.

Starting in 2021, you may voluntarily opt into the IP PIN program as a proactive way to protect yourself from tax-related identity theft.

If you want to opt in, please note:

• You must pass a rigorous identity verification process.
• Spouses and dependents are eligible for an IP PIN if they can pass the identity proofing process.

How do you get your IP PIN?

If you’re a confirmed identity theft victim, we will mail you an IP PIN on a CP01A Notice if your case is resolved prior to the start of the next filing season.

If you’re volunteering for the IP PIN Opt-In Program you should use the online Get an IP PIN tool. If you don’t already have an account on IRS.gov, you must register to validate your identity. Before you register, read about the secure access identity authentication process.

Note:

• An IP PIN is valid for one calendar year.
• You must obtain a new IP PIN each year.
• The IP PIN tool is generally unavailable mid-November through mid-January each year.

(Service unavailable until January 2021)

Lost IP PINs

If you receive the annual IP PIN via mail but lose or fail to receive your CP01A Notice, you may use the Get an IP PIN tool to retrieve your number. Review Retrieve Your IP PIN for details.

**All information above can be found on the IRS website at https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/get-an-identity-protection-pin **