Those who need to change their direct deposit information with Social Security will have to do it online or in-person.

Social Security will no longer let people change bank information by phone, alleging the practice is behind direct deposit fraud.

The Social Security Administration is implementing new changes that will affect millions of people who rely on the agency's telephone services.

While there are some exceptions, depending on your bank, here's how to deposit a check by phone: Consumers will typically have to conduct their mobile check deposits through an app, so if your ...