The Kansas Turnpike Authority is changing the pricing for those who pay with cash at the toll booth. This is all good and fine, except for that they are encouraging people to use KTag. KTag is a great service which automates the process of using the road.

The problem is that it jeopardizes your identity and personal security. Why? One might ask; they unnecessarily request your Social Security Number in the application for KTag. This is your personal number which uniquely indentifies you to the government. If this number becomes compromised your identity could be at risk. Anyone who gains access to this for malicious purposes can steal your identity.

“You say it’s unnecessary?” Yes, many other services manage to exist without the need to ask for your personal Social Security Number. Netflix, Redbox, pre-pay phone services, Web Hosting, and many, many other things do not request your Social Security Number, so why does KTA?

The Social Security Agency States,

“You should be very careful about sharing your number and card to protect against misuse of your number. Giving your number is voluntary even when you are asked for the number directly.” (http://www.ssa.gov/pubs/10002.html#protect)

And,

“Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in America. A dishonest person who has your Social Security number can use it to get other personal information about you. Identity thieves can use your number and your good credit to apply for more credit in your name. Then, they use the credit cards and do not pay the bills. You may not find out that someone is using your number until you are turned down for credit or you begin to get calls from unknown creditors demanding payment for items you never bought.

Someone illegally using your Social Security number and assuming your identity can cause a lot of problems.” (http://www.ssa.gov/pubs/10064.html#confidential)

Write KTA and tell them you won’t give them your Social Security Number, and that you won’t compromise your security. Email them at kta@ksturnpike.com or write mail to: Kansas Turnpike Authority, 9401 E Kellogg, Wichita KS, 67207.

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