How to set up a My Social Security account
If you prefer a video tutorial, check out ours here: My Social Security Account Setup Up Video
Why do I need a My Social Security account?
There are a few reasons why you are going to want a special account called My Social Security, and the first is obvious - Managing your Social Security benefits. You will need a My Social Security account to apply for Social Security benefits when the time comes (usually between the ages of 62-70). With your My Social Security account, you can request a Social Security card replacement and see benefit projections based on when you decide to take Social Security, but that's not why we're writing this article.
