Expanded Online Access to Your Personal Information and So Much More | Social Security Matters

Your personal my Social Security account is here for you at every stage of your life. You don’t have to be retired, or even close to retirement, to take advantage of it. It is the most convenient way to do business with us, from anywhere and from any device.

In fact, more than 97 million people are already enjoying secure access to a growing number of services. Now, the my Social Security online portal provides you with 24/7, uninterrupted access, including the ability to request a replacement Social Security card online at any time, day or night.

What’s New?

Starting this week, my Social Security account holders can take advantage of several new features available around the clock. You can now:

Request a replacement Social Security card onlineView your claim statusUse the Retirement CalculatorView your online Social Security Statement with age-based and earnings-based fact sheetsView your Benefit Verification LetterView your form SSA-1099

Expanded 24/7 Access to Existing Features

In addition to these new options, we recently expanded 24/7 access for many existing features. This means you can securely manage your information and interact with us whenever it’s most convenient for you. These features include the ability to:

View your benefits and payment informationView your voluntary tax withholding informationRead messages in the Message CenterView your direct deposit informationView your current address informationView and update your preference selectionView and update special notice optionsAccess the Upload Documents toolAccess i454 for Continuing Disability ReviewsView your appointed representative payee selection

What Can You Do with Your Online Account?

With your free and secure my Social Security account, you can conduct much of your Social Security business online. For example, you can request a replacement Social Security card (in most states and the District of Columbia). If you’re not receiving benefits, you can:

Get personalized retirement benefit estimatesGet estimates for spouse’s benefitsGet proof that you do not receive benefitsCheck your application status

If you are receiving benefits, you can:

Set up or change direct depositGet a Social Security 1099 (SSA-1099) formPrint a benefit verification letterChange your address

Check out our webpage for a list of our many online services for adults, businesses, government agencies, organizational payees, and other third parties.

What Does This Mean for You?

With these updates, you can manage your Social Security information and access important services at any time, at your convenience. Whether you need to request a replacement Social Security card, check your benefits, or update your preferences, we’re here to serve you 24/7.

Tip: The easiest way to do business with Social Security is online through your personal my Social Security account. Sign up today!