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1. Shard Calculation

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Calculated Shard: 119 (from laksa144)

2. Crawled Status Check

Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa119.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/get-an-identity-protection-pin\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/get-an-identity-protection-pin\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

Response:

{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/identity-theft-fraud-scams\/get-an-identity-protection-pin","crawl_time":1776203018,"first_indexed_time":1504082969,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"gov,irs!www,\/identity-theft-fraud-scams\/get-an-identity-protection-pin s443","src_root_hash":"796284942891862319","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Get an identity protection PIN | Internal Revenue Service","meta_descriptions":["Get an identity protection PIN (IP PIN) to protect your tax account."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"An identity protection PIN (IP PIN) is a six-digit number that prevents someone else from filing a tax return using your Social Security number (SSN) or individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN). The IP PIN is known only to you and the IRS. It helps us verify your identity when you file your electronic or paper tax return.\nIf you don't already have an IP PIN, you may get an IP PIN as a proactive step to protect yourself from tax-related identity theft, even if you are not required to file a tax return.\nWho is eligible to get an IP PIN\nAnyone who has an SSN or individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN) and is able to verify his\/her identity is eligible to enroll into the IP PIN program. Parents and legal guardians can also request an IP PIN for dependents.\nHow to get an IP PIN\nThe fastest way to receive an IP PIN is to request one through your\nonline account\n, in the IP PIN section of your profile page. If you don’t already have an account on IRS.gov, you must register to validate your identity.\nNote:\nIf you or your dependent are under age 18 and would like to request an IP PIN, you must use one of the alternative enrollment options.\nGet an IP PIN\nIf you can’t enroll online\nIf you want an IP PIN but can’t successfully establish an online account, there are alternatives.\nNote:\nUsing an alternative method to the online account takes longer for an IP PIN to be assigned to you.\nFiling an application for an IP PIN\nIf your adjusted gross income on your last filed return is below $84,000 for Individuals or $168,000 for married filing joint and you can’t establish an online account, you can submit\nForm 15227, Application for an Identity Protection Personal Identification Number\nonline. You must have:\nA valid Social Security number or individual taxpayer identification number.\nAn adjusted gross income on your last filed return is below $84,000 for Individuals or $168,000 for married filing joint.\nAccess to a telephone.\nWe will use the telephone number provided on the Form 15227 to call you and validate your identity. Once we verify your identity, you will receive your IP PIN via the U.S. Postal Service usually within four to six weeks. You will then receive your IP PIN annually through the mail.\nRequesting in-person authentication for an IP PIN\nIf you’re unable to verify your identity online or with the Form 15227 process or you are ineligible to file Form 15227, you may\nmake an appointment\nfor an in-person meeting at a local Taxpayer Assistance Center.\nIf you enroll in-person for an IP PIN, you will need to bring:\nOne form of federal or state issued picture identification.\nOne additional form of identification.\nIf you enroll in-person for an IP PIN for a dependent you will need to bring:\nOne form of federal or state issued picture identification and one additional form of identification for yourself.\nTwo forms of identification for your dependent such as a birth certificate and social security card.\nA full list of acceptable documents that can be used to prove your or your dependent’s identity is available on the\nIP PIN FAQ\npage question\n#4\n and question\n#5\n.\nOnce we verify your identity, you will receive your IP PIN via the U.S. Postal Service usually within three weeks. You will then receive your IP PIN annually through the mail.\nImportant information about IP PINs\nAn IP PIN is valid for one calendar year.\nA new IP PIN is generated each year for your account.\nIf the IRS enrolled you into the IP PIN program due to being a confirmed victim of tax-related identity theft, we’ll mail you a \nCP01A Notice\n with your new IP PIN each year.\nOnce you have opted in and obtained an IP PIN online, you will need to retrieve your IP PIN online each calendar year as a CP01A Notice will not be mailed.\nThe IP PIN is generally available in your online account starting in mid-January through mid-November. \nLogging back into your online account, will display your current IP PIN through the Profile Tab.\nAn IP PIN must be used when filing any federal tax returns during the year including prior year returns.\nFAQs about the identity protection personal identification number (IP PIN)\nUsing an IP PIN to file\nEnter the six-digit IP PIN when prompted by your tax software product or provide it to your trusted tax professional preparing your tax return. The IP PIN is used only on Forms 1040, 1040-NR, 1040-PR, 1040-SR, and 1040-SS.\nCorrect IP PINs must be entered on electronic and paper tax returns to avoid rejections and delays.\nAn incorrect or missing IP PIN will result in the rejection of your e-filed return or a delay of your paper return until it can be verified.\nDon’t reveal your IP PIN to anyone. It should be known only to your tax professional and only when you are ready to sign and submit your return.\nThe IRS will never ask for your IP PIN. Phone calls, emails or texts asking for your IP PIN are scams.\nLost IP PINs\nReview\nRetrieve your IP PIN\nfor details. Do\nnot\nfile a Form 15227 to apply for a new IP PIN.","attrs_markdown":"[Skip to main content](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/identity-theft-fraud-scams\/get-an-identity-protection-pin#main-content)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/themes\/custom\/pup_base\/images\/us_flag_small.png)\n\nAn official website of the United States government\n\nHere's how you know\n\nHere's how you know\n\n![](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/themes\/custom\/pup_base\/images\/icon-dot-gov.svg)\n\n**Official websites use .gov**\n\nA **.gov** website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.\n\n![](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/themes\/custom\/pup_base\/images\/icon-https.svg)\n\n**Secure .gov websites use HTTPS**\n\nA **lock** (![Locked padlock icon](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/themes\/custom\/pup_base\/images\/lock.svg)) or **https:\/\/** means you've safely connected to the .gov website. 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The IP PIN is known only to you and the IRS. It helps us verify your identity when you file your electronic or paper tax return.\n\nIf you don't already have an IP PIN, you may get an IP PIN as a proactive step to protect yourself from tax-related identity theft, even if you are not required to file a tax return.\n\n## Who is eligible to get an IP PIN\nAnyone who has an SSN or individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN) and is able to verify his\/her identity is eligible to enroll into the IP PIN program. Parents and legal guardians can also request an IP PIN for dependents.\n\n## How to get an IP PIN\n- The fastest way to receive an IP PIN is to request one through your [online account](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/payments\/online-account-for-individuals \"Online account for individuals\"), in the IP PIN section of your profile page. If you don’t already have an account on IRS.gov, you must register to validate your identity.\n\n**Note:** If you or your dependent are under age 18 and would like to request an IP PIN, you must use one of the alternative enrollment options.\n\n[Get an IP PIN](https:\/\/sa.www4.irs.gov\/icce-core\/loac\/ippin\/pages\/ippin.xhtml)\n\n## **If you can’t enroll online**\nIf you want an IP PIN but can’t successfully establish an online account, there are alternatives.\n\n**Note:** Using an alternative method to the online account takes longer for an IP PIN to be assigned to you.\n\n#### [Filing an application for an IP PIN](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/identity-theft-fraud-scams\/get-an-identity-protection-pin#collapseCollapsible1773850574781)\nIf your adjusted gross income on your last filed return is below \\$84,000 for Individuals or \\$168,000 for married filing joint and you can’t establish an online account, you can submit [Form 15227, Application for an Identity Protection Personal Identification Number](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/dmaf\/form\/f15227 \"Form 15227, Application for an Identity Protection Personal Identification Number\") online. You must have:\n\n- A valid Social Security number or individual taxpayer identification number.\n- An adjusted gross income on your last filed return is below \\$84,000 for Individuals or \\$168,000 for married filing joint.\n- Access to a telephone.\n\nWe will use the telephone number provided on the Form 15227 to call you and validate your identity. Once we verify your identity, you will receive your IP PIN via the U.S. Postal Service usually within four to six weeks. You will then receive your IP PIN annually through the mail.\n\n#### [Requesting in-person authentication for an IP PIN](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/identity-theft-fraud-scams\/get-an-identity-protection-pin#collapseCollapsible1773850574779)\nIf you’re unable to verify your identity online or with the Form 15227 process or you are ineligible to file Form 15227, you may [make an appointment](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/node\/16903) for an in-person meeting at a local Taxpayer Assistance Center.\n\nIf you enroll in-person for an IP PIN, you will need to bring:\n\n- One form of federal or state issued picture identification.\n- One additional form of identification.\n\nIf you enroll in-person for an IP PIN for a dependent you will need to bring:\n\n- One form of federal or state issued picture identification and one additional form of identification for yourself.\n- Two forms of identification for your dependent such as a birth certificate and social security card.\n\nA full list of acceptable documents that can be used to prove your or your dependent’s identity is available on the [IP PIN FAQ](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/identity-theft-fraud-scams\/frequently-asked-questions-about-the-identity-protection-personal-identification-number-ip-pin \"Frequently asked questions about the identity protection personal identification number (IP PIN)\") page question [\\#4](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/identity-theft-fraud-scams\/frequently-asked-questions-about-the-identity-protection-personal-identification-number-ip-pin#q4 \"Frequently asked questions about the identity protection personal identification number (IP PIN)\") and question [\\#5](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/identity-theft-fraud-scams\/frequently-asked-questions-about-the-identity-protection-personal-identification-number-ip-pin#Q5 \"Frequently asked questions about the identity protection personal identification number (IP PIN)\").\n\nOnce we verify your identity, you will receive your IP PIN via the U.S. Postal Service usually within three weeks. You will then receive your IP PIN annually through the mail.\n## Important information about IP PINs\n- An IP PIN is valid for one calendar year.\n- A new IP PIN is generated each year for your account.\n- If the IRS enrolled you into the IP PIN program due to being a confirmed victim of tax-related identity theft, we’ll mail you a [CP01A Notice](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/individuals\/understanding-your-cp01a-notice \"Understanding your CP01A notice\") with your new IP PIN each year.\n- Once you have opted in and obtained an IP PIN online, you will need to retrieve your IP PIN online each calendar year as a CP01A Notice will not be mailed.\n- The IP PIN is generally available in your online account starting in mid-January through mid-November.\n- Logging back into your online account, will display your current IP PIN through the Profile Tab.\n- An IP PIN must be used when filing any federal tax returns during the year including prior year returns.\n- [FAQs about the identity protection personal identification number (IP PIN)](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/identity-theft-fraud-scams\/frequently-asked-questions-about-the-identity-protection-personal-identification-number-ip-pin \"Frequently asked questions about the identity protection personal identification number (IP PIN)\")\n## Using an IP PIN to file\nEnter the six-digit IP PIN when prompted by your tax software product or provide it to your trusted tax professional preparing your tax return. The IP PIN is used only on Forms 1040, 1040-NR, 1040-PR, 1040-SR, and 1040-SS.\n\n**Correct IP PINs must be entered on electronic and paper tax returns to avoid rejections and delays.** An incorrect or missing IP PIN will result in the rejection of your e-filed return or a delay of your paper return until it can be verified.\n\nDon’t reveal your IP PIN to anyone. It should be known only to your tax professional and only when you are ready to sign and submit your return. **The IRS will never ask for your IP PIN. Phone calls, emails or texts asking for your IP PIN are scams.**\n\n## Lost IP PINs\nReview [Retrieve your IP PIN](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/identity-theft-fraud-scams\/retrieve-your-ip-pin \"Retrieve your IP PIN\") for details. Do **not** file a Form 15227 to apply for a new IP PIN.\n\n**Get an Identity Protection PIN**\n\n[**Transcript**](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/newsroom\/get-an-identity-protection-pin-youtube-video-text-script \"Get an Identity Protection PIN - YouTube video text script\") [**ASL**](https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ZaRpkpi7jMk \"Get an Identity Protection PIN (ASL) - YouTube video\")\n\nPage Last Reviewed or Updated: 24-Mar-2026\n\n- [Share](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/identity-theft-fraud-scams\/get-an-identity-protection-pin)\n  - [Facebook](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/#facebook)\n  - [Twitter](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/#twitter)\n  - [Linkedin](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/#linkedin)\n- Print\n\n## Footer Navigation\n- Our Agency\n  - [About IRS](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/about-irs)\n  - [Careers](https:\/\/jobs.irs.gov\/)\n  - [Operations and Budget](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/statistics\/soi-tax-stats-irs-operations-and-budget)\n  - [Tax Statistics](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/statistics)\n  - [Help](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/help\/let-us-help-you)\n  - [Find a Local Office](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/help\/contact-your-local-irs-office)\n- Know Your Rights\n  - [Taxpayer Bill of Rights](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/taxpayer-bill-of-rights)\n  - [Taxpayer Advocate Service](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/taxpayer-advocate)\n  - [Independent Office of Appeals](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/appeals)\n  - [Civil Rights](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/about-irs\/protecting-taxpayer-civil-rights)\n  - [FOIA](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/privacy-disclosure\/irs-freedom-of-information)\n  - [No FEAR Act Data](https:\/\/home.treasury.gov\/footer\/no-fear-act)\n  - [Reliance on Guidance](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/newsroom\/general-overview-of-taxpayer-reliance-on-guidance-published-in-the-internal-revenue-bulletin-and-faqs)\n- Resolve an Issue\n  - [IRS Notices and Letters](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/individuals\/understanding-your-irs-notice-or-letter)\n  - [Identity Theft](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/identity-theft-central)\n  - [Tax scams](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/help\/tax-scams)\n  - [Tax Fraud](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/compliance\/criminal-investigation\/tax-fraud-alerts)\n  - [Criminal Investigation](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/compliance\/criminal-investigation)\n  - [Whistleblower Office](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/compliance\/whistleblower-office)\n- Languages\n  - [Español](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/es)\n  - [中文 (简体)](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/zh-hans)\n  - [中文 (繁體)](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/zh-hant)\n  - [한국어](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/ko)\n  - [Pусский](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/ru)\n  - [Tiếng Việt](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/vi)\n  - [Kreyòl ayisyen](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/ht)\n  - [English](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/)\n- Related Sites\n  - [U.S. Treasury](https:\/\/www.treasury.gov\/)\n  - [Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration](https:\/\/www.treasury.gov\/tigta\/)\n  - [USA.gov](https:\/\/www.usa.gov\/)\n  - [USAspending.gov](https:\/\/www.usaspending.gov\/)\n  - [Vote.gov](https:\/\/vote.gov\/)\n\n[![Home](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/themes\/custom\/pup_base\/IRS-Logo.svg)](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/)\n\n## Subfooter\n- [Privacy Policy](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/privacy-disclosure\/irs-privacy-policy)\n- [Accessibility](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/accessibility)\n\n✓\n\nThanks for sharing\\!\n\n[AddToAny](https:\/\/www.addtoany.com\/ \"Share Buttons\")\n\n[More…](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/identity-theft-fraud-scams\/get-an-identity-protection-pin#addtoany \"Show all\")","attrs_readable_markdown":"An identity protection PIN (IP PIN) is a six-digit number that prevents someone else from filing a tax return using your Social Security number (SSN) or individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN). The IP PIN is known only to you and the IRS. It helps us verify your identity when you file your electronic or paper tax return.\n\nIf you don't already have an IP PIN, you may get an IP PIN as a proactive step to protect yourself from tax-related identity theft, even if you are not required to file a tax return.\n\n## Who is eligible to get an IP PIN\nAnyone who has an SSN or individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN) and is able to verify his\/her identity is eligible to enroll into the IP PIN program. Parents and legal guardians can also request an IP PIN for dependents.\n\n## How to get an IP PIN\n- The fastest way to receive an IP PIN is to request one through your [online account](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/payments\/online-account-for-individuals \"Online account for individuals\"), in the IP PIN section of your profile page. If you don’t already have an account on IRS.gov, you must register to validate your identity.\n\n**Note:** If you or your dependent are under age 18 and would like to request an IP PIN, you must use one of the alternative enrollment options.\n\n[Get an IP PIN](https:\/\/sa.www4.irs.gov\/icce-core\/loac\/ippin\/pages\/ippin.xhtml)\n\n## **If you can’t enroll online**\nIf you want an IP PIN but can’t successfully establish an online account, there are alternatives.\n\n**Note:** Using an alternative method to the online account takes longer for an IP PIN to be assigned to you.\n\n[Filing an application for an IP PIN](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/identity-theft-fraud-scams\/get-an-identity-protection-pin#collapseCollapsible1773850574781)\n\nIf your adjusted gross income on your last filed return is below \\$84,000 for Individuals or \\$168,000 for married filing joint and you can’t establish an online account, you can submit [Form 15227, Application for an Identity Protection Personal Identification Number](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/dmaf\/form\/f15227 \"Form 15227, Application for an Identity Protection Personal Identification Number\") online. You must have:\n\n- A valid Social Security number or individual taxpayer identification number.\n- An adjusted gross income on your last filed return is below \\$84,000 for Individuals or \\$168,000 for married filing joint.\n- Access to a telephone.\n\nWe will use the telephone number provided on the Form 15227 to call you and validate your identity. Once we verify your identity, you will receive your IP PIN via the U.S. Postal Service usually within four to six weeks. You will then receive your IP PIN annually through the mail.\n\n[Requesting in-person authentication for an IP PIN](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/identity-theft-fraud-scams\/get-an-identity-protection-pin#collapseCollapsible1773850574779)\n\nIf you’re unable to verify your identity online or with the Form 15227 process or you are ineligible to file Form 15227, you may [make an appointment](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/node\/16903) for an in-person meeting at a local Taxpayer Assistance Center.\n\nIf you enroll in-person for an IP PIN, you will need to bring:\n\n- One form of federal or state issued picture identification.\n- One additional form of identification.\n\nIf you enroll in-person for an IP PIN for a dependent you will need to bring:\n\n- One form of federal or state issued picture identification and one additional form of identification for yourself.\n- Two forms of identification for your dependent such as a birth certificate and social security card.\n\nA full list of acceptable documents that can be used to prove your or your dependent’s identity is available on the [IP PIN FAQ](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/identity-theft-fraud-scams\/frequently-asked-questions-about-the-identity-protection-personal-identification-number-ip-pin \"Frequently asked questions about the identity protection personal identification number (IP PIN)\") page question [\\#4](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/identity-theft-fraud-scams\/frequently-asked-questions-about-the-identity-protection-personal-identification-number-ip-pin#q4 \"Frequently asked questions about the identity protection personal identification number (IP PIN)\") and question [\\#5](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/identity-theft-fraud-scams\/frequently-asked-questions-about-the-identity-protection-personal-identification-number-ip-pin#Q5 \"Frequently asked questions about the identity protection personal identification number (IP PIN)\").\n\nOnce we verify your identity, you will receive your IP PIN via the U.S. Postal Service usually within three weeks. You will then receive your IP PIN annually through the mail.\n## Important information about IP PINs\n- An IP PIN is valid for one calendar year.\n- A new IP PIN is generated each year for your account.\n- If the IRS enrolled you into the IP PIN program due to being a confirmed victim of tax-related identity theft, we’ll mail you a [CP01A Notice](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/individuals\/understanding-your-cp01a-notice \"Understanding your CP01A notice\") with your new IP PIN each year.\n- Once you have opted in and obtained an IP PIN online, you will need to retrieve your IP PIN online each calendar year as a CP01A Notice will not be mailed.\n- The IP PIN is generally available in your online account starting in mid-January through mid-November.\n- Logging back into your online account, will display your current IP PIN through the Profile Tab.\n- An IP PIN must be used when filing any federal tax returns during the year including prior year returns.\n- [FAQs about the identity protection personal identification number (IP PIN)](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/identity-theft-fraud-scams\/frequently-asked-questions-about-the-identity-protection-personal-identification-number-ip-pin \"Frequently asked questions about the identity protection personal identification number (IP PIN)\")\n## Using an IP PIN to file\nEnter the six-digit IP PIN when prompted by your tax software product or provide it to your trusted tax professional preparing your tax return. The IP PIN is used only on Forms 1040, 1040-NR, 1040-PR, 1040-SR, and 1040-SS.\n\n**Correct IP PINs must be entered on electronic and paper tax returns to avoid rejections and delays.** An incorrect or missing IP PIN will result in the rejection of your e-filed return or a delay of your paper return until it can be verified.\n\nDon’t reveal your IP PIN to anyone. It should be known only to your tax professional and only when you are ready to sign and submit your return. **The IRS will never ask for your IP PIN. Phone calls, emails or texts asking for your IP PIN are scams.**\n\n## Lost IP PINs\nReview [Retrieve your IP PIN](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/identity-theft-fraud-scams\/retrieve-your-ip-pin \"Retrieve your IP PIN\") for details. Do **not** file a Form 15227 to apply for a new IP PIN.","meta_canonical":null}

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Boilerpipe Text	An identity protection PIN (IP PIN) is a six-digit number that prevents someone else from filing a tax return using your Social Security number (SSN) or individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN). The IP PIN is known only to you and the IRS. It helps us verify your identity when you file your electronic or paper tax return. If you don't already have an IP PIN, you may get an IP PIN as a proactive step to protect yourself from tax-related identity theft, even if you are not required to file a tax return. Who is eligible to get an IP PIN Anyone who has an SSN or individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN) and is able to verify his/her identity is eligible to enroll into the IP PIN program. Parents and legal guardians can also request an IP PIN for dependents. How to get an IP PIN The fastest way to receive an IP PIN is to request one through your online account , in the IP PIN section of your profile page. If you don’t already have an account on IRS.gov, you must register to validate your identity. Note: If you or your dependent are under age 18 and would like to request an IP PIN, you must use one of the alternative enrollment options. Get an IP PIN If you can’t enroll online If you want an IP PIN but can’t successfully establish an online account, there are alternatives. Note: Using an alternative method to the online account takes longer for an IP PIN to be assigned to you. Filing an application for an IP PIN If your adjusted gross income on your last filed return is below $84,000 for Individuals or $168,000 for married filing joint and you can’t establish an online account, you can submit Form 15227, Application for an Identity Protection Personal Identification Number online. You must have: A valid Social Security number or individual taxpayer identification number. An adjusted gross income on your last filed return is below $84,000 for Individuals or $168,000 for married filing joint. Access to a telephone. We will use the telephone number provided on the Form 15227 to call you and validate your identity. Once we verify your identity, you will receive your IP PIN via the U.S. Postal Service usually within four to six weeks. You will then receive your IP PIN annually through the mail. Requesting in-person authentication for an IP PIN If you’re unable to verify your identity online or with the Form 15227 process or you are ineligible to file Form 15227, you may make an appointment for an in-person meeting at a local Taxpayer Assistance Center. If you enroll in-person for an IP PIN, you will need to bring: One form of federal or state issued picture identification. One additional form of identification. If you enroll in-person for an IP PIN for a dependent you will need to bring: One form of federal or state issued picture identification and one additional form of identification for yourself. Two forms of identification for your dependent such as a birth certificate and social security card. A full list of acceptable documents that can be used to prove your or your dependent’s identity is available on the IP PIN FAQ page question #4 and question #5 . Once we verify your identity, you will receive your IP PIN via the U.S. Postal Service usually within three weeks. You will then receive your IP PIN annually through the mail. Important information about IP PINs An IP PIN is valid for one calendar year. A new IP PIN is generated each year for your account. If the IRS enrolled you into the IP PIN program due to being a confirmed victim of tax-related identity theft, we’ll mail you a CP01A Notice with your new IP PIN each year. Once you have opted in and obtained an IP PIN online, you will need to retrieve your IP PIN online each calendar year as a CP01A Notice will not be mailed. The IP PIN is generally available in your online account starting in mid-January through mid-November. Logging back into your online account, will display your current IP PIN through the Profile Tab. An IP PIN must be used when filing any federal tax returns during the year including prior year returns. FAQs about the identity protection personal identification number (IP PIN) Using an IP PIN to file Enter the six-digit IP PIN when prompted by your tax software product or provide it to your trusted tax professional preparing your tax return. The IP PIN is used only on Forms 1040, 1040-NR, 1040-PR, 1040-SR, and 1040-SS. Correct IP PINs must be entered on electronic and paper tax returns to avoid rejections and delays. An incorrect or missing IP PIN will result in the rejection of your e-filed return or a delay of your paper return until it can be verified. Don’t reveal your IP PIN to anyone. It should be known only to your tax professional and only when you are ready to sign and submit your return. The IRS will never ask for your IP PIN. Phone calls, emails or texts asking for your IP PIN are scams. Lost IP PINs Review Retrieve your IP PIN for details. Do not file a Form 15227 to apply for a new IP PIN.
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The IP PIN is known only to you and the IRS. It helps us verify your identity when you file your electronic or paper tax return. If you don't already have an IP PIN, you may get an IP PIN as a proactive step to protect yourself from tax-related identity theft, even if you are not required to file a tax return. ## Who is eligible to get an IP PIN Anyone who has an SSN or individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN) and is able to verify his/her identity is eligible to enroll into the IP PIN program. Parents and legal guardians can also request an IP PIN for dependents. ## How to get an IP PIN - The fastest way to receive an IP PIN is to request one through your [online account](https://www.irs.gov/payments/online-account-for-individuals "Online account for individuals"), in the IP PIN section of your profile page. If you don’t already have an account on IRS.gov, you must register to validate your identity. Note: If you or your dependent are under age 18 and would like to request an IP PIN, you must use one of the alternative enrollment options. [Get an IP PIN](https://sa.www4.irs.gov/icce-core/loac/ippin/pages/ippin.xhtml) ## If you can’t enroll online If you want an IP PIN but can’t successfully establish an online account, there are alternatives. Note: Using an alternative method to the online account takes longer for an IP PIN to be assigned to you. #### [Filing an application for an IP PIN](https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/get-an-identity-protection-pin#collapseCollapsible1773850574781) If your adjusted gross income on your last filed return is below \$84,000 for Individuals or \$168,000 for married filing joint and you can’t establish an online account, you can submit [Form 15227, Application for an Identity Protection Personal Identification Number](https://www.irs.gov/dmaf/form/f15227 "Form 15227, Application for an Identity Protection Personal Identification Number") online. You must have: - A valid Social Security number or individual taxpayer identification number. - An adjusted gross income on your last filed return is below \$84,000 for Individuals or \$168,000 for married filing joint. - Access to a telephone. We will use the telephone number provided on the Form 15227 to call you and validate your identity. Once we verify your identity, you will receive your IP PIN via the U.S. Postal Service usually within four to six weeks. You will then receive your IP PIN annually through the mail. #### [Requesting in-person authentication for an IP PIN](https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/get-an-identity-protection-pin#collapseCollapsible1773850574779) If you’re unable to verify your identity online or with the Form 15227 process or you are ineligible to file Form 15227, you may [make an appointment](https://www.irs.gov/node/16903) for an in-person meeting at a local Taxpayer Assistance Center. If you enroll in-person for an IP PIN, you will need to bring: - One form of federal or state issued picture identification. - One additional form of identification. If you enroll in-person for an IP PIN for a dependent you will need to bring: - One form of federal or state issued picture identification and one additional form of identification for yourself. - Two forms of identification for your dependent such as a birth certificate and social security card. A full list of acceptable documents that can be used to prove your or your dependent’s identity is available on the [IP PIN FAQ](https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/frequently-asked-questions-about-the-identity-protection-personal-identification-number-ip-pin "Frequently asked questions about the identity protection personal identification number (IP PIN)") page question [\#4](https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/frequently-asked-questions-about-the-identity-protection-personal-identification-number-ip-pin#q4 "Frequently asked questions about the identity protection personal identification number (IP PIN)") and question [\#5](https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/frequently-asked-questions-about-the-identity-protection-personal-identification-number-ip-pin#Q5 "Frequently asked questions about the identity protection personal identification number (IP PIN)"). Once we verify your identity, you will receive your IP PIN via the U.S. Postal Service usually within three weeks. You will then receive your IP PIN annually through the mail. ## Important information about IP PINs - An IP PIN is valid for one calendar year. - A new IP PIN is generated each year for your account. - If the IRS enrolled you into the IP PIN program due to being a confirmed victim of tax-related identity theft, we’ll mail you a [CP01A Notice](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/understanding-your-cp01a-notice "Understanding your CP01A notice") with your new IP PIN each year. - Once you have opted in and obtained an IP PIN online, you will need to retrieve your IP PIN online each calendar year as a CP01A Notice will not be mailed. - The IP PIN is generally available in your online account starting in mid-January through mid-November. - Logging back into your online account, will display your current IP PIN through the Profile Tab. - An IP PIN must be used when filing any federal tax returns during the year including prior year returns. - [FAQs about the identity protection personal identification number (IP PIN)](https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/frequently-asked-questions-about-the-identity-protection-personal-identification-number-ip-pin "Frequently asked questions about the identity protection personal identification number (IP PIN)") ## Using an IP PIN to file Enter the six-digit IP PIN when prompted by your tax software product or provide it to your trusted tax professional preparing your tax return. The IP PIN is used only on Forms 1040, 1040-NR, 1040-PR, 1040-SR, and 1040-SS. Correct IP PINs must be entered on electronic and paper tax returns to avoid rejections and delays. An incorrect or missing IP PIN will result in the rejection of your e-filed return or a delay of your paper return until it can be verified. Don’t reveal your IP PIN to anyone. It should be known only to your tax professional and only when you are ready to sign and submit your return. The IRS will never ask for your IP PIN. Phone calls, emails or texts asking for your IP PIN are scams. ## Lost IP PINs Review [Retrieve your IP PIN](https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/retrieve-your-ip-pin "Retrieve your IP PIN") for details. Do not file a Form 15227 to apply for a new IP PIN. 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Readable Markdown	An identity protection PIN (IP PIN) is a six-digit number that prevents someone else from filing a tax return using your Social Security number (SSN) or individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN). The IP PIN is known only to you and the IRS. It helps us verify your identity when you file your electronic or paper tax return. If you don't already have an IP PIN, you may get an IP PIN as a proactive step to protect yourself from tax-related identity theft, even if you are not required to file a tax return. ## Who is eligible to get an IP PIN Anyone who has an SSN or individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN) and is able to verify his/her identity is eligible to enroll into the IP PIN program. Parents and legal guardians can also request an IP PIN for dependents. ## How to get an IP PIN - The fastest way to receive an IP PIN is to request one through your [online account](https://www.irs.gov/payments/online-account-for-individuals "Online account for individuals"), in the IP PIN section of your profile page. If you don’t already have an account on IRS.gov, you must register to validate your identity. Note: If you or your dependent are under age 18 and would like to request an IP PIN, you must use one of the alternative enrollment options. [Get an IP PIN](https://sa.www4.irs.gov/icce-core/loac/ippin/pages/ippin.xhtml) ## If you can’t enroll online If you want an IP PIN but can’t successfully establish an online account, there are alternatives. Note: Using an alternative method to the online account takes longer for an IP PIN to be assigned to you. [Filing an application for an IP PIN](https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/get-an-identity-protection-pin#collapseCollapsible1773850574781) If your adjusted gross income on your last filed return is below \$84,000 for Individuals or \$168,000 for married filing joint and you can’t establish an online account, you can submit [Form 15227, Application for an Identity Protection Personal Identification Number](https://www.irs.gov/dmaf/form/f15227 "Form 15227, Application for an Identity Protection Personal Identification Number") online. You must have: - A valid Social Security number or individual taxpayer identification number. - An adjusted gross income on your last filed return is below \$84,000 for Individuals or \$168,000 for married filing joint. - Access to a telephone. We will use the telephone number provided on the Form 15227 to call you and validate your identity. Once we verify your identity, you will receive your IP PIN via the U.S. Postal Service usually within four to six weeks. You will then receive your IP PIN annually through the mail. [Requesting in-person authentication for an IP PIN](https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/get-an-identity-protection-pin#collapseCollapsible1773850574779) If you’re unable to verify your identity online or with the Form 15227 process or you are ineligible to file Form 15227, you may [make an appointment](https://www.irs.gov/node/16903) for an in-person meeting at a local Taxpayer Assistance Center. If you enroll in-person for an IP PIN, you will need to bring: - One form of federal or state issued picture identification. - One additional form of identification. If you enroll in-person for an IP PIN for a dependent you will need to bring: - One form of federal or state issued picture identification and one additional form of identification for yourself. - Two forms of identification for your dependent such as a birth certificate and social security card. A full list of acceptable documents that can be used to prove your or your dependent’s identity is available on the [IP PIN FAQ](https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/frequently-asked-questions-about-the-identity-protection-personal-identification-number-ip-pin "Frequently asked questions about the identity protection personal identification number (IP PIN)") page question [\#4](https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/frequently-asked-questions-about-the-identity-protection-personal-identification-number-ip-pin#q4 "Frequently asked questions about the identity protection personal identification number (IP PIN)") and question [\#5](https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/frequently-asked-questions-about-the-identity-protection-personal-identification-number-ip-pin#Q5 "Frequently asked questions about the identity protection personal identification number (IP PIN)"). Once we verify your identity, you will receive your IP PIN via the U.S. Postal Service usually within three weeks. You will then receive your IP PIN annually through the mail. ## Important information about IP PINs - An IP PIN is valid for one calendar year. - A new IP PIN is generated each year for your account. - If the IRS enrolled you into the IP PIN program due to being a confirmed victim of tax-related identity theft, we’ll mail you a [CP01A Notice](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/understanding-your-cp01a-notice "Understanding your CP01A notice") with your new IP PIN each year. - Once you have opted in and obtained an IP PIN online, you will need to retrieve your IP PIN online each calendar year as a CP01A Notice will not be mailed. - The IP PIN is generally available in your online account starting in mid-January through mid-November. - Logging back into your online account, will display your current IP PIN through the Profile Tab. - An IP PIN must be used when filing any federal tax returns during the year including prior year returns. - [FAQs about the identity protection personal identification number (IP PIN)](https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/frequently-asked-questions-about-the-identity-protection-personal-identification-number-ip-pin "Frequently asked questions about the identity protection personal identification number (IP PIN)") ## Using an IP PIN to file Enter the six-digit IP PIN when prompted by your tax software product or provide it to your trusted tax professional preparing your tax return. The IP PIN is used only on Forms 1040, 1040-NR, 1040-PR, 1040-SR, and 1040-SS. Correct IP PINs must be entered on electronic and paper tax returns to avoid rejections and delays. An incorrect or missing IP PIN will result in the rejection of your e-filed return or a delay of your paper return until it can be verified. Don’t reveal your IP PIN to anyone. It should be known only to your tax professional and only when you are ready to sign and submit your return. The IRS will never ask for your IP PIN. Phone calls, emails or texts asking for your IP PIN are scams. ## Lost IP PINs Review [Retrieve your IP PIN](https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/retrieve-your-ip-pin "Retrieve your IP PIN") for details. Do not file a Form 15227 to apply for a new IP PIN.
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