With this free and secure account, you can request a replacement social security card, check the status of an application, estimate future benefits, or manage the benefits you already receive. Your most-needed services, online with a secure my social security account, you can get services and manage your benefits—anywhere, anytime. Get or replace a social security card.
We are constantly expanding our online services to give you freedom and control when conducting business with social security. Based on the increase in the consumer price index (cpi-w) from the third quarter of 2024 through the third quarter of 2025, social security beneficiaries and supplemental security income (ssi). Jan 2, 2026you can get social security retirement benefits and work at the same time.
You can use our online services to apply for benefits, check the status of your claim or appeal, request a replacement social security card (in many areas), get an instant benefit verification letter, and much. Learn more about what you'll be asked before creating a my social security account.
