Portrait of Hari Ravichandran, the CEO and founder of Identity Guard's parent company called Aura

Hari Ravichandran

CEO and Founder, Aura

After his identity was stolen in 2014, Hari founded Aura (Identity Guard's parent company) to simplify digital security for consumers.

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Hari Ravichandran

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Identity Theft

Identity Theft Examples: 7 Common Ways Criminals Target You

Understanding the most common examples of identity theft may help you avoid them in the future.

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October 16, 2023

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Identity Theft

What Is the Grandparent Scam? How To Identify & Avoid It

Scammers are targeting elderly Americans at alarming rates. Learn about the grandparent scam and how to keep yourself and your family safe.

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October 13, 2023

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Identity Theft

What Is Check Washing? How Can You Protect Yourself?

Check washing happens when scammers use special chemicals to remove the ink and alter both the payee and amount on a check. More inside.

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August 3, 2023

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Identity Theft

How Should You Respond to The Theft of Your Identity?

How should you respond to the theft of your identity? Don’t panic. Follow this step-by-step guide to secure your identity and minimize the damage.

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June 7, 2023