06/01/2026
Scammers have gotten creative, and one of the more concerning trends is fake social media accounts designed to look like they are from the Social Security Administration. They use official SSA imagery, colors, and language to appear legitimate — and they can be surprisingly convincing.
It is worth knowing that Social Security will never ask for personal or sensitive information through social media, email, or text. If you ever come across an account claiming to be SSA or a government official, here are a few things to look for:
▪️Low follower count
▪️Spelling or punctuation errors
▪️Links that do not end in .gov
▪️Requests for payment on forms or documents that are typically free
▪️A social media handle that does not match official SSA accounts
You can find links to SSA's verified social media accounts at www.ssa.gov/socialmedia