So it's key that you do everything you can to optimize your Social Security claiming decision. That means being aware of ...

Elon Musk shared a chart on X purportedly showing more than 398 million eligible numbers in the Social Security database.

After deciding when to apply for Social Security retirement benefits, you can apply online or with assistance by phone or in person. Applying for Social Security involves: The age you choose to ...

Social Security online users will soon have to create Login.gov accounts if they don't already have them. The Social Security Administration is transitioning all users who made their accounts ...

If you've applied for Social Security benefits but haven't received a confirmation in the mail and it's been more than 30 days, you can check the status of your benefits application online.

Younger workers who want to check their earnings history or taxes they've paid need to create a "my Social Security" account to view their statements online. Your Social Security statement gives ...