SSN numbers are good for 999,999,999 people alive or dead. At some point the US will hit that, right? Do we start reusing numbers? Sounds like a disaster waiting to happen.

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    1 month ago

    I think they’re used as placeholders while they file the documents. My OG SS number started with 950, but that only lasted until the paperwork was complete.

    Obviously I won’t be sharing my private info here though, but yeah, those numbers can’t officially start with a 9.

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      There are several more that aren’t used. There are a few reserved for promotions or movies and such. 666, 900-999 and 000 numbers are out as well.

      I believe that SSNs have to pass a luhn check too.