Check out top Social Security resources

Chances are good that you use the internet or a cellphone app every day. Social Security has you covered. We’ve created online tools to make the lives of millions of people easier. We’ve put together a list of the top easy-to-use resources for you.

Want access to our latest news, retirement planning tips and helpful information? Social Security Matters is our blog at blog.socialsecurity.gov. You can also connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, Linked In and YouTube, where you can watch our videos.

Our online calculators, such as the Retirement Estimator, the Life Expectancy Calculator and the Early or Late Retirement Calculator, can be found at socialsecurity. gov/planners/calculators.

Apply for Social Security benefits online. This is the fastest, most convenient way to apply for retirement, spouses, disability or Medicare benefits without visiting a local office or calling to speak to a representative; we can be found online at socialsecurity. gov/benefits.

Verify your annual earnings and review estimates of your future Social Security benefits when you access your Social Security Statement, one of the many services available with a my Social Security account at socialsecurity.gov/myaccount.

Have you dreamed of moving abroad? Learn how Social Security makes international payments and how you can do business with us from around the world at social security.gov/foreign.

Are you a veteran? Are you at midcareer? Maybe you’re new to the workforce. Find out how we fulfill your needs through life’s journey on our People Like Me page at social security.gov/people.