The ITRC conducts independent surveys and studies to learn more about the complex crime of identity theft and related issues. Whitepapers written in collaboration with others, based on industry research and insight, are also available below. In addition, you will find data breach reports dating back to 2007. If you have questions about any of the ITRC’s surveys, studies or whitepapers, or would like to speak with the ITRC about conducting customized research, please email ITRC@idtheftcenter.org.
Whitepapers
Data Protection – Employer Obligations and Motivations (2017) (hosted on partner website)
Phishing & Tax Fraud: Understanding these Growing Crimes’ Effects on Businesses (2017) (hosted on partner website)
Giving Customers and Employees the Gift of Identity Protection During the Holidays (2017) (hosted on partner website)
Identity Theft: #1 Consumer Complaint 15 Consecutive Years (2015)
The Paradox of Declining Property Crime Despite Increasing Identity Theft Crime (2012)
ITRC Tax Season and Beyond (2014)
Surveys and Studies
ITRC Aftermath Victim Impact Studies
Equifax: One Year Later – Aftermath Report (2018)
Children & Family Social Media Habits Survey (2018)
Social Media Habits & You Survey (2018)
New Account Fraud – A Growing Trend in Identity Theft (2016)
Identity Theft and Public WiFi Linked in Consumer Minds (2012)
Facebook Social Media Survey (2012)
