[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":7},["ShallowReactive",2],{"faq-standard-5632":3},{"rec_id":4,"title":5,"text":6},"5632","What do I do if I don't know my Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN)?","If you lost, misplaced, or simply don't know your current year's \u003Ci>Identity Protection PIN\u003C/i> (IP PIN), you have two options:\n\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>\u003Col> \n\u003Cli>\u003Cb>Recommended:\u003C/b> You can find your IP PIN by signing in on the on the \u003Ca href=https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/retrieve-your-ip-pin target=\"_blank\">IRS website\u003Cspan class=\"append_external\" style=\"margin-right:4px;\"> \u003C/span>\u003C/a>. You'll be asked a series of questions to verify your identity, and then you'll be shown your IP PIN. You'll be able to e-file your return.\n\u003C/li>\n\u003Cbr>\n\u003Cli>You can call the Identity Protection Specialized Unit (IPSU) toll-free at 1-800-908-4490 to receive a new replacement IP PIN. You'll be asked a series of questions to verify your identity, and then you'll receive a new IP PIN. Note: You can e-file your return, but it will be delayed since the IRS will manually verify your tax return.\n\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ol>\nIf you're unable to retrieve your IP PIN, you can still print and mail a paper tax return without your IP PIN. The IRS will review your return to confirm it's yours, but this may delay any refund you're due.\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>\n\u003Ca href=\"/freefile2025/answers?faq=12588\"> How do I know if I have an Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN)?\u003C/a>",1777391585170]