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Increase text size
With almost all modern web browsers you can hold down the Ctrl key (Command key on a Macintosh) and press the + (plus) key to increase text size or - (minus) key to reduce text size.
Choose from the following web browsers for step-by-step instructions on how to increase the size of the text on any web page you are viewing:
Internet Explorer 7 or 8
Internet Explorer 5 or 6
Firefox
The Web Accessibility Initiative site [disclaimer] provides instructions for other browsers and operating systems.
Requesting Assistance
General Assistance
By calling 1-800-772-1213, you can use our automated telephone services to get recorded information and conduct some business 24 hours a day. If you cannot handle your business through our automated services, you can speak to a Social Security representative between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. Generally, you'll have a shorter wait time if you call during the week after Tuesday. If you are deaf or hard of hearing, call our toll-free TTY number, 1-800-325-0778, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. See Automated Services for more details.
Web Accessibility Problems
Please report website accessibility problems to the Social Security webmaster, webmaster@ssa.gov. In your message, include the website address or URL and the specific problems you have encountered.