Translation guide
The fraudulent acquisition and use of someone's personal information, typically for financial gain. In Japanese, this is expressed through specific compound nouns and descriptive phrases.
The crime of stealing someone's identity to commit fraud.
The most common and general term for impersonation or identity theft, especially in online contexts. Literally 'pretending to be someone'.
Online identity theft is increasing.
A more formal phrase meaning 'misappropriation of personal information'. Used in legal or official contexts.
Identity theft is a serious crime.
A legal term meaning 'false personation' or 'impersonation'. More formal and less common in everyday speech.
He was arrested for identity theft.
Using someone's identity to open accounts, obtain credit, or make purchases.
Specifically refers to fraudulent use of credit cards, a common form of identity theft.
If you notice fraudulent credit card use, contact us immediately.
Refers to the fraudulent opening of bank accounts in someone else's name.
Gaining unauthorized access to someone's existing online accounts.
Common term for account hijacking or takeover, often used for social media or email.
Strengthen your passwords to avoid account takeover.
The direct translation 'アイデンティティ盗難' is not used in Japanese. Use the terms provided instead.
Identity verification has become stricter to prevent fraudulent account openings.