What is the appropriate action for documents containing your TFN when they are no longer needed?

When documents containing your Tax File Number (TFN) are no longer needed, the appropriate action is to store them securely and dispose of them properly. This is vital for protecting your sensitive information and preventing identity theft.

Secure storage means keeping the documents in a safe place where unauthorized individuals cannot access them. Proper disposal involves methods such as shredding the documents to ensure that their contents cannot be reconstructed or read once discarded. By following these practices, you are taking necessary precautions to safeguard your personal information and mitigate the risk of misuse.

Choosing to store documents in a public file, dispose of them carelessly, or give them away does not provide adequate security for sensitive information and increases vulnerability to identity theft and fraud. Therefore, the action of securely storing and properly disposing of these documents is the most responsible and recommended approach.