An Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) is a six-digit number that helps protect your Social Security number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) from unauthorized use on tax returns. The IRS encourages all taxpayers to sign up for an IP PIN.
You must request your IP PIN directly from the IRS.
Get your IP PIN
- Go to the IRS IP PIN page.
- Select Get an IP PIN.
- Sign in to your existing ID.me account or create a new account if you’ve never used ID.me. If you haven’t verified your identity, follow the prompts to verify.
- After you are signed in, scroll down to the “Identity Protection PIN” section. Your IP PIN displays there.
Note: If an IP PIN isn’t displayed, follow the prompts to enroll in the IP PIN program. If you don’t have an IP PIN, you can get one.
I can’t sign in to my ID.me account
- Changed your phone number? Visit I changed my phone number.
- Have trouble with MFA? Visit Resetting your multi-factor authentication (MFA) method.
- Unsure of your sign-in issue? Visit I can’t sign in to my account.
Troubleshoot IP PIN
Who to contact about IP PINs
ID.me Support cannot issue or reissue your IP PIN. If you’re not able to get your IP PIN online, call the IRS at 800-908-4490.