View Your New Social Security Benefit Amount Online
Log in to or create an account and edit your Communication & Notification Preferences to receive secure online notices, up to three weeks earlier than by mail.
What are the benefits of a personal my Social Security account?
A personal my Social Security account comes with a wide range of benefits that make managing your information easier and more secure. Many important notifications — such as the COLA notice and the 1099 and 1042S benefit statements — are available online. You don’t have to wait for them to arrive by mail or worry about them getting lost.
With your account, you can also request a replacement Social Security card, check the status of a claim, update your address, and set up or change your direct deposit information. And that’s just the beginning. New features are added regularly to enhance your experience. Log in to or create your account today and take the next step toward going digital with Social Security.
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