Case status
Is it safe to give my USCIS receipt number to a third-party app?
Updated · Not legal advice
A receipt number on its own only shows the public status of that case on USCIS's website, so sharing it with a reputable tracker is low risk. The real risks are apps that ask for your USCIS password, collect more personal data than they need, or share it; check the privacy policy before you sign up.
Five-point checklist
- Does it only need the receipt number? Never give your USCIS account password.
- Does the privacy policy say whether it sells or shares data?
- Can you delete your data?
- Does it say clearly that it is not USCIS?
- Does it charge to "speed up" a case? That is a red flag.
What we store
Your email, your receipt number (optional), category, country and optional priority date: only what is needed to check and alert. We do not sell personal data. See our privacy policy.
Quick answers
- Do case tracker apps sell your data?
- Some apps' policies allow sharing with partners. Read the privacy policy; ours says we do not sell personal data.
- Can someone do anything bad with my USCIS receipt number?
- Alone, it reveals the case's public status. Combined with your name and other details it is personal information, so do not post it publicly.
- Are USCIS case status apps legit or scams?
- Most trackers are legitimate. Scams typically claim to be USCIS, ask for passwords or payment for faster processing.
What to do next
Add your receipt number and get an email the day your status changes.
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Checked: November 12, 2026