Access Social Security's Retirement Benefits Online

Keeping you informed about our benefits and services is important to us. Preparing for retirement is one of the most significant decisions you can make and we’re here to help. A great place to start is our retirement portal at www.ssa.gov/benefits/retirement.

Our website has helped millions of people get ready for and apply for Social Security retirement benefits. On our site, you can:

• Find the information you need, quickly and easily.

• Learn about the benefits.

• Be better prepared to apply for retirement benefits online.

• Create your personal my Social Security account to manage your retirement benefits.

Our retirement benefits portal is easy to use, whether you are ready to learn about, apply for, or manage your retirement benefits. You’ll find the portal pleasing to the eye, informative, and optimized for mobile devices.

Visit our retirement benefits portal today at www.ssa.gov/benefits/retirement to “Learn,” “Apply,” and “Manage” your retirement benefits. While you’re there, subscribe to receive retirement information and updates.

LEARN

In this section, you can learn how Social Security works, who’s eligible for retirement benefits, and what to consider before applying. Read on to understand how Social Security fits into your retirement plan.

• How Retirement Benefits Work

• Planning For Retirement

• Deciding When To Start Retirement Benefits

• What Else Affects Your Retirement Benefits

APPLY

This page will guide you through the process of applying for retirement benefits when you’re ready to take that step. Our online application is a convenient way to apply on your own schedule, without an appointment. You can also apply by phone or by appointment at a Social Security office.

• Before You Apply

• How To Apply

• Once You’ve Applied

MANAGE

We have resources to save you time on important retirement tasks and keep you in control of your Social Security account benefits through a free my Social Security account.

• Understand Your Benefits

• Inform Us Of Changes

• Use Our Resources And Services To Stay In Control

• Keep Your Information Secure

Harry Martinez, Social Security District Manager www.ssa.gov Phone: 1-866-964-7396