Social Security My Account: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how to access your personalized retirement estimates and earnings history through your official social security account.
This online service allows you to manage your information and view your personal records held by the government.
Who it's for
This service is available to anyone who has a Social Security Number and a recorded history of employment.
What you get
Once logged in, you can view your earnings history and see personalized estimates of what your retirement benefits might look like.
What it costs you
There is no monetary fee to use this service. However, you will need to complete a digital identity verification process using either ID.me or Login.gov to access your records.
The catch to know
It is important to check your records regularly. If there are any discrepancies or errors in your reported earnings, it could cause delays in receiving your benefits in the future.
How to apply
- Visit the official website.
- Start the identity verification process using your chosen secure login method.
- Follow the prompts to create your account.
- Access your dashboard to view your personal data.