# IDTheftDefense

> Identity, credit, and social media online privacy protection

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.legalshield.primericaidtd2](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.legalshield.primericaidtd2)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.legalshield.primericaidtd2`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** LegalShield Corporation
- **Category:** BUSINESS
- **Downloads:** 20,978
- **Rating:** 4.38 / 5 (146 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.38.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-09
- **First published:** 2019-03-19
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 123 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.legalshield.primericaidtd2)
- **Website:** [http://www.idtheftdefense.com](http://www.idtheftdefense.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.pplsi.com/privacy-policy/](https://www.pplsi.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

**IDTheftDefense** is an identity theft and online privacy protection app for active members. Monitor your credit and Experian score, financial accounts, dark web exposure, court records, high-risk applications, social media, and data broker listings from one place.

Get real-time alerts, 24/7 emergency assistance, dedicated restoration support from licensed private investigators, identity theft reimbursement, sex offender monitoring, and optional child identity monitoring with eligible family plans. Coverage, features, and availability vary by membership plan and location.

## Rankings

- #426,209 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CALL_PHONE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.legalshield.primericaidtd2.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

ID Theft Defense receives praise for its prompt and professional customer service, timely security alerts, and easy access to sensitive information. Users appreciate the monitoring and restoration features as well as responsive human support. However, several users encounter technical issues like blank screens and web errors. Some are frustrated that an account is required to use the app, which is not clearly stated. There are also concerns about the app's legitimacy and the preference for FICO score over Vantage Score. Overall, the app is valued but has notable usability and communication drawbacks.

### Pros

- Prompt, efficient, and professional customer service
- Provides constant updates on security alerts and credit scores
- Easy access to important personal information and monitoring
- Helpful monitoring, counseling, and restoration services
- Responsive support with quick access to human agents

### Cons

- App sometimes displays a blank white screen or shows 'webpage not available' errors
- Requires an existing account to use, which is not clearly communicated
- Concerns about the legitimacy and safety of the app by some users
- Credit score shown is Vantage Score instead of the more widely used FICO score

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.legalshield.primericaidtd2)