Your name and date of birth are required information for registration because having this information will help service providers, employers and schools to identify you when you connect with them. In addition, your date of birth is also used by you, the user, in recovering your password should you forget it.
Your privacy is strictly secure on Illinois workNet. We do not collect any financial or other personal data, although we offer the option to provide other personal data, such as your Social Security Number.
Why would you choose to provide this information? Although it is not necessary to provide your address, Social Security Number, phone numbers or other personal information, the more information you give the better we can help. Having more information about you will help many service partners throughout the State identify you, and provide options that are better suited for your needs.