IRS Notice Guide
CP301

CP301 — Online Account Notification

Act Within Deadline — Respond within Immediate if suspicious

What This Notice Means

A new online account has been created or activity has been detected on your IRS Online Account. This may be legitimate or may indicate identity theft.

⏰ Response Deadline: Immediate if suspicious

Respond by this deadline to resolve the issue and avoid additional penalties.

What to Do

  1. 1

    Log into your IRS Online Account to verify activity

  2. 2

    If you did not create an account or initiate this action, call the IRS Identity Theft number: 1-800-908-4490

  3. 3

    Place a fraud alert on your credit reports

  4. 4

    File Form 14039 (Identity Theft Affidavit) if you believe you are a victim

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