Company asked my SSN

[YKT]

When I apply a job from company's website, they are asking my social security number and it is a required entry. Is it normal?? Does it safe to give my SSN to the company?

thank you

[djerry81]

they probably use it to help in background and credit checks....i doubt they will use it to buy a flat screen tv

[yellowfever]

I’ve thought about the same thing. You’ll know when you turn 62 and checks aren’t arriving at your house.

[Denny Crane]

When I apply a job from company's website, they are asking my social security number and it is a required entry. Is it normal?? Does it safe to give my SSN to the company?

thank you

They most likely need it to do a background check and/or confirm that you are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

[djerry81]

yea so give me your SSN so I can get a best buy card....I saw this flat screen I really want....and an apple laptop and ipod.....

[Ken]

They need it for background checks which I believe you usually give them consent to do.