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Originally Posted by Bill14564
Based on the note on the login page, the new authentication was available in September 2021. I recall converting my login some time ago, probably around 2022. I don't remember if I received a message requiring this or if the new method was announced and I chose to convert at that time.
Very recently (2025) there is an increased interest in identity theft and fraud with Social Security payments. You probably heard the news about seniors being required to do certain things in person rather than over the phone. The emails going out now may be related to that; it may be that the old logins do not meet the requirements for identity theft protection so they are now strongly suggesting the conversion.
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Thank you for the insight, Bill. It all makes sense.