Posting Photos of Found ID Cards on Social Media

A very concerning trend has come to our attention regarding students sharing images of found Brockport ID cards on various social media platforms, such as Snapchat and Yik Yak. While the intentions of the poster might be innocent, it can be harmful to the owner of the ID as their ID card contains sensitive information.

This situation has raised concerns due to the potential misuse of this information. For instance, the information available on these IDs could be exploited to initiate unauthorized activities, such as submitting Major Declaration forms on behalf of others, leading to improper changes in students' majors.

Please see the information below on how to report lost ID cards and get them back to the rightful owner while maintaining the integrity of the ID owner’s information.

What can I do if I find a Brockport ID card?

• Turn the ID card in to the Conrad Welcome Center during normal business hours.
• If after hours, turn the ID card in to University Police.

What will the Conrad Welcome Center do?

• The Conrad Welcome Center staff will reach out to the student via email or phone to notify them that their ID has been found.

What can I do if my ID was posted on social media?

• Bring your ID to the Conrad Welcome Center and a new ID with different credentials will be issued.

What can I do if I see someone post an ID card on a social media platform?

• Report the post as it violates the rules of the social media platform.  

If you need further assistance, please submit a using the button in the top right of this article, or call the IT Service Desk at (585) 395-5151 Option 1.