Last year over 700, 000 Americans had their credit information missused. That means they were the victims of identity theft. Identity thiefs can steal your identity in a matter of seconds and you won't even know it. One of the best ways to protect yourself from identity theft is by getting a copy of your free credit report. Your credit report will let you know if someone else has been using your name. Find out what your credit history says with a free copy of your credit report.