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HERE’S OUR GUIDE ON HOW TO DO A FREE REVERSE PHONE LOOKUP TO FIND THE CALLER’S IDENTITY FOR FREE! | MIAMI HERALD Part of the McClatchy Media Network Friday, September 29, 2023 Today's eEdition 89°F 90° 82° News Sports Business Politics Opinion Food & Drink Climate Change • Sports Betting Personal Finance Public Notices Obituaries Shopping Close navigation panelSECTIONS Search Home Customer Service About Us Account Management Archives Contact Us Customer Service Subscribe Manage Print Subscription Advertise Contact McClatchy Advertising Stay Connected Mobile Apps & eReaders Newsletters RSS Feeds Social Media Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube eEdition Best of Miami -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Condo Collapse Investigations Podcast Personal Stories Detour Travel News Local & State News Miami-Dade Broward South Florida Florida Keys Florida Crime Curious305 Coronavirus Education Environment Health Care Immigration Recalls Weather Nation & World United States Cuba Haiti Venezuela Americas Sports Sports Professional Miami Dolphins World Cup Miami Heat Miami Marlins Florida Panthers Inter Miami College University of Miami Florida International University of Florida Florida State University Sports Columns Barry Jackson Greg Cote Michelle Kaufman More Sports High School Sports Wrestling & MMA Tennis Golf Politics Florida Politics Naked Politics Elections Political News Mic Check Miami Business Business Real Estate News Tourism & Cruises Tech in Miami Startup Pitch Competition Business Monday Personal Finance Living & Entertainment Miami Restaurants La Ventanita Podcast Performing Arts Visual Arts Celebrities Entertainment Dave Barry Flashback Miami Health & Fitness Comics Puzzles & Games Horoscopes Living Detour Opinion All Opinion Editorials Op-Ed Letters to the Editor Submit a Letter Meet the Editorial Board Columnists Andres Oppenheimer Leonard Pitts Jr. Fabiola Santiago Carl Hiaasen Obituaries Obituaries Obituaries in the News Place an Obituary -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sports Betting All Sports Betting Best Sportsbooks Best Sports Betting Apps Super Bowl Odds Offers BetMGM Bonus Code Caesars Sportsbook Promo Code FanDuel Promo Code DraftKings Promo Code Maryland Betting Maryland Sportsbook Promos Maryland Sports Betting Apps BetMGM Maryland Bonus Code Caesars Sportsbook Maryland Promo Code Ohio Betting Ohio Sportsbook Promos Ohio Sports Betting Apps BetMGM Ohio Bonus Code Caesars Sportsbook Ohio Promo Code New York Betting NY Sportsbook Promos BetMGM New York Bonus Code Caesars Sportsbook New York Promo Code DraftKings New York Promo Code FanDuel New York Promo Code Casinos Best Online Casinos Real Money Online Casinos BetMGM Casino Bonus Code WynnBet Casino Promo Code New Jersey Online Casinos Michigan Online Casinos -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Shopping/Reviews Product Reviews Health and Wellness Software and Business Local Services Reviews How To Geek Shopping Shop With Us Press Releases Learn a Language Senior Living Deals & Offers -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sponsored Content Paid Content by BrandPoint Partner Content Family Features Classifieds Place a Classified Ad Browse Classifieds Search Jobs Search Legal Notices Advertising Place an Ad Staffing Solutions Political | Advocacy Advertising SOFTWARE AND BUSINESS 5 BEST WAYS TO DO A FREE REVERSE PHONE LOOKUP ONLINE By Ahad Waseem Paradise Media Updated September 25, 2023 3:31 AM * * * * * * * * ORDER REPRINT → WE MAY EARN A COMMISSION IF YOU MAKE A PURCHASE THROUGH ONE OF THE LINKS. MCCLATCHY NEWSROOMS WERE NOT INVOLVED IN THE CREATION OF THIS CONTENT. Featured Image Have you ever received a call or text from an unknown number and been curious about its source? A free reverse phone lookup is a way to determine who owns a phone number. Reverse phone lookup services can be pretty helpful, and there are online resources that make it simple to find out who called you. Be wary, that the best reverse phone lookup websites are not really free, and most will try to get you to divulge valuable personal information or pay up. Run a Phone Number Lookup WHAT IS A FREE REVERSE PHONE LOOKUP? It’s simple rather than searching for a person’s phone number by entering their name, you begin with their phone number and use a reverse lookup service to discover their identity. It’s helpful if you receive a call from an unfamiliar party or if you wrote down a phone number without additional information. HOW TO DO A FREE REVERSE PHONE LOOKUP While you may not be able to get a lot of information if the result is unpublished, you may still find out whether the number is a cell or landline and in which city it’s registered. Generally speaking, personal phone numbers are more likely to be unpublished, while you should be able to get complete details about most business numbers. While free reverse phone lookup may seem straightforward, it’s challenging to accomplish in reality, as many (if not most) websites deceive customers. Generally, these websites entice customers with free reverse phone lookup services and then charge them later. It’s best to avoid websites that request your email address or other private information in exchange for a reverse phone lookup, especially those that run a long lookup with a progress bar. A reverse phone lookup should take just a moment; if it takes several minutes, the site is trying to keep you interested so you’re more likely to pay for the data at the end of the search. If you think a paid option is better, BeenVerified or Intelius are trustworthy reverse phone lookup sites. To search for a phone number, simply enter the total 10-digit number and click Search. You should see the results soon, which may include the business or individual’s name, address, and phone type (cellphone or landline). Usually, you’ll just see ‘No results found’ if you search for a phone number. You may get more information about a phone number if you know whether it’s a cell or landline, and what city it’s registered in. Personal phone numbers are usually unpublished, but you should be able to obtain complete info about most business numbers in general. Use BeenVerified 5 WAYS TO LOOK UP A PHONE NUMBER FOR FREE PEOPLE SEARCH ENGINES: BEST FOR FREE REVERSE PHONE LOOKUPS People search engines can help you run a free reverse phone lookup with name. Finding cell phone numbers online can be accomplished using a people finder tool. These websites gather a great deal of information about the individual, which may include their phone number in addition to their full name, address, email, occupation history, and familial connections, among other things. Many of these sites let you search by whatever information you already know. For instance, you can discover who owns a phone number (if you know it) or which numbers belong to a person (if you know their name, email, username, or address). You might even be able to find someone’s brother’s phone number, for example, if all you know is his sister’s name if you use some of these sites to find relatives and neighbors. There are two good (and free) examples of sites that provide personal information. For a fee, BeenVerified and Intelius provide lots of other personal details. Try BeenVerified SOCIAL MEDIA: TRACK A NUMBER AND OTHER PERSONAL INFORMATION You may be able to do a free reverse phone lookup with name using a person’s name, if you don’t know their name, on specific platforms at no cost. Across the world, hundreds of millions of people are active on social media sites. People often use these sites to communicate with each other, and, yes, that includes sharing phone numbers. Simply enter the person’s name into the search function to see what happens. Some people might prefer to keep their social media profiles private, requiring you to connect with them on the service before you can view their personal information. In contrast, others are open and provide their phone number and other information for people to view. Searching for a phone number using the person’s name may be free on some platforms if you do know their name. Did You Know Image? WEB SEARCH ENGINE: FIND CELL PHONE NUMBERS ACROSS MULTIPLE SITES When searching for phone numbers, whether mobile, landline or toll-free, you may use a search engine. For example, you may search an 800 number by searching ‘800 number’ or a company’s phone number by searching ‘contact us’ (XYZ’s support contact number). Free reverse phone number lookups using Google or another search engine can help you track a cell phone number. This is the best way to search for a cell phone directory using the entire internet. If a telephone number is posted on a blog, website, public job profile, people search engine that is not listed above, etc., it will appear here. From there, you can do some more research on that specific site to find out whose number it is and, perhaps, find their email address or other contact information such as a physical address. Discovering cell and landline numbers via a search engine is possible. For example, you may search for an 800 number by typing “800 number”, or you might look up a company’s phone number by typing in “contact us” XYZ (for XYZ’s support number). Check Out BeenVerified USE A SITE BUILT FOR FINDING CELL PHONE NUMBER INFORMATION These services are known to function when searching for a person’s telephone number or for the opposite (locating a phone number from a person’s name). Although the method described above works well for locating cell phone numbers, you may not find what you’re looking for using it. In that case, there are sites that specialize in locating phone numbers and revealing the identity of their owners. Landlines can be looked up using these services, but these services have been confirmed to work in either direction (locating a number from the person’s name or looking up a name associated with the number). * InfoTracer: It doesn’t offer the service for free, but it queries over half a billion mobile numbers to match a name with the cell phone number. * NumLookup: You can see the person’s name and which carrier the number is currently a part of. In addition to making calls and sending texts, the phone number might link to the person’s social media accounts and provide information such as their age, address, household members, etc. * USPhonebook: You can look up a telephone number and find out who it belongs to, or look up a name and find out what phone number belongs to it, using this simple website. It also provides information on possible relatives. * Spy Dialer: See the owner’s name and the area code’s location. You can also listen to the person’s voicemail message and phonetics.. FIND A CELL NUMBER WITH JUST A USERNAME Instagram, YouTube, Medium, Patreon, Facebook, and Reddit are just a few of the sites it supports. You can continue searching for the person’s phone number on those sites. Using the same username on all the websites is expected, so discovering it can help you find all the sites they use. This can be a great starting point for finding their phone number, in the future. The website shows you the websites where a username is already in use, as well as links to those websites. You can continue searching for the person’s phone number on Instagram, YouTube, Medium, Patreon, Facebook, and Reddit, among other sites that it supports. Visit BeenVerified 5 BEST REVERSE PHONE LOOKUP SITES * BeenVerified - Best Reverse Phone Lookup Site Overall * Intelius - Best Phone Number Lookup Site for Ease of Use * TruthFinder - Best for Searching the Deep Web * Instant Checkmate - Largest Phone Number Lookup Directory * US Search - Best for Beginners BEENVERIFIED - BEST REVERSE PHONE LOOKUP SITE OVERALL Been Verified Image BeenVerified is a popular online background check and public records search service that allows users to access information about individuals using various search criteria, including phone numbers. One of the critical features of BeenVerified is its reverse phone lookup tool, which allows users to search for information about the owner of a phone number. Using the reverse phone lookup feature on BeenVerified is simple and straightforward. To begin a search, users need to enter the phone number they wish to look up in the search bar on the BeenVerified homepage or the dedicated reverse phone lookup section of the website. Once the user has entered the phone number, the search tool will scan through its extensive database of public records, including social media profiles, court records, and other online sources to provide a detailed report on the owner of the phone number. The report generated by the BeenVerified reverse phone lookup feature typically includes a range of information about the owner of the phone number, including their name, address, email address, social media profiles, and any criminal or civil records associated with them. This information can be helpful for various purposes, including finding lost friends or family members, verifying the identity of a caller, or conducting due diligence on a potential business partner. Pros: * Mobile app is easy to use * Provides social media information * Cancellation is simple Cons: * Searching can take some time * Limits the number of reports * There are no free trials Pricing BeenVerified offers a range of membership plans that provide access to its background check services. While there’s no option to purchase a single search, users can choose from two membership plans. The one-month membership costs $26.89 per month, while the three-month membership costs $17.48 per month. Try Out BeenVerified INTELIUS: BEST PHONE NUMBER LOOKUP SITE FOR EASE OF USE Intelius Image Intelius provides you with a wealth of information when you look up a phone number, including the phone’s current location, history, and type. Intelius is one of the most well-known reverse phone lookup services. Since 2003, the website has collected extensive public information and has been praised for its accurate findings by users. Locating a person’s name linked to a mobile number on this site is simple. You must go to the Phone option above the search bar and enter a mobile number to get results. Intelius’ algorithm is faster than its competitors. When you look up a phone number, Intelius provides you with a lot of information, including the phone’s present location, prior locations, and the type of phone. Read more about it in our Intelius review. Pros * A widely recognized company * Infinite phone number searches * Results generation is quick Cons * US-only output * Lack of transparency in their pricing plan * Other services attract extra fees Pricing Intelius doesn’t have the clearest pricing structure. We discovered that Intelius charges $0.95 for a comprehensive reverse phone lookup report. Endless phone number searches are included with this purchase, but you must pay extra for comprehensive information. Other Intelius Premier plans are available, which give you access to all of Intelius’s lookup capabilities. * Intelius Premier: Starting at $19.95/month * Intelius Premier Plus: Starting at $29.95/month Visit Intelius TRUTHFINDER: BEST FOR SEARCHING THE DEEP WEB Truth Finder Image TruthFinder offers dark web scanning as one of its services. In addition to locating people, you can also use it to see what information people can find online about you. If you think a caller is suspicious, you can use TruthFinder to identify them. TruthFinder is the most excellent reverse phone lookup website for getting accurate information on a telephone number from several databases. It’s an excellent US-based phone lookup service and relatively cheap. In addition to providing the identity of a mysterious caller, TruthFinder provides a lot of information. Its extensive database allows people’s names to be connected to police records, court documents, and other publicly available information from social networking sites. TruthFinder scans the dark web to help you identify callers you think are suspicious. You may also use it to see what information people can find about you online. Pros * Friendly phone lookup service charges * Outstanding dark web scan * In-depth reports Cons * Extra fees for in-reports * Reports take a few minutes to generate * Results are only from US Pricing TruthFinder’s reverse phone lookup service costs $4.99 per month and provides unlimited lookups each month, but only provides limited information. You must pay more to get more information about a phone number if you want it. Here is the complete listing of packages: * 1-month unlimited reports – $28.05/month * 3-month unlimited reports – $23.28/month (Billed at $46.56 every two months) Check Out TruthFinder INSTANT CHECKMATE: BEST FOR LARGEST PHONE NUMBER LOOKUP DIRECTORY Instant Checkmate Image Every public database is covered by Instant Checkmate, so you don’t have to worry about concealing your identity while using the site. There’s no need to worry about concealing your identity while using the site since it protects the privacy of its users. Having an extensive database of public records, Instant Checkmate surpasses its competitors in terms of phone number search services. You can find out who phoned you and where they were when you look up a phone number with Instant Checkmate. A complete profile of the individual associated with a particular phone number is also available. Pros * Generates accurate results * Has a huge pool of public records * Filters for advance search Cons * Searching process takes some time * Subscription fees are relatively high * Does not provide single reports Pricing The downside of Instant Checkmate is that it isn’t the least expensive reverse phone lookup service. The upside is that it provides good value over the long run. Total membership levels include all Instant Checkmate services. * 1-month unlimited reports plan – $35.12/month * 3-month unlimited reports plan – $28.09/month It provides the services of lookups, emails, and white pages. This phone search service is distinct from the others due to its lower prices than them. Let’s look closer at the user interface and functionality before we address the price. Try Instant Checkmate US SEARCH: BEST REVERSE PHONE LOOKUP SITE FOR BEGINNERS US Search Image US Search’s website is visually appealing and user-friendly. You may begin your search using a wizard to guide you through the process as a new user. US Search has been around for over two decades and is well-known in the market for people search tools. US Search focuses on helping people locate long-lost friends and family members, unlike the other services on this list. Pros * Fast results generation * Its database has the longest life span in the market * Well priced Cons * Only accessible to residents of the United States * Simplest form presentations * Full background checks come with a higher price tag PricingUS Search does not provide a pricing page, so you have no idea how much it will cost. Many customers believe that its fees are constantly changing, and using a service that is not part of subscription plan usually results in extra fees being applied. However, it offers a reasonably priced monthly subscription plan. * Monthly subscription – $19.86/month Check Out US Search IS IT LEGAL TO FIND SOMEONE BY THEIR PHONE NUMBER? The best way to determine who calls you is to ask them directly. If the caller is legitimate, they should have no problem divulging their identity. However, if the person refuses to divulge their name or seems evasive, it’s best to discontinue the call. It’s important to realize that not all methods of finding out who’s calling you are lawful. If someone is bothering you and you want to find out their identity, the best approach is to contact your local police department. They will be able to assist you in tracking down the caller and taking appropriate action. Use BeenVerified FREE REVERSE PHONE LOOKUP — FAQS HOW DO YOU FIND OUT WHO IS CALLING YOU FROM A CERTAIN NUMBER? Reverse phone lookup services are the easiest way to locate online. We’ve listed some of the greatest ones down below. You can find reverse number lookup sites and apps online through these reverse number lookup sites and apps. Here are some of the most prominent ones. CAN GOOGLE SEARCH FOR A PHONE NUMBER? Unfortunately, Google deactivated this feature due to privacy violation concerns. Luckily, there are other services out there that do a better job of finding out information about an unknown phone number than Google does. People were once able to use Google to search for phone numbers and find out more about the person connected to that number. Google still provides this service, but users must explicitly request it. IS THERE A FREE WAY TO LOOK UP A PHONE NUMBER? All the tools listed below benefit from a database that is probably even larger than Google’s. All the platforms we listed in this post offer reverse phone number lookup for free. There is, however, a paid method to look up a phone number, which we’ve also described in this post. Some provide unlimited extensive phone number lookups to their users for free. Additionally, all the tools listed below benefit from a database that is probably even larger than Google’s. CAN YOU BE TRACED THROUGH A PHONE CALL? A Faraday cage can be used to block a cell phone’s signal and make it untraceable. You can find out who made a landline or mobile phone call by tracing it. To find out who owns a certain phone number, you may contact the service provider for that number. We can figure out where a mobile phone is located by triangulating the locations of the cell towers that it uses. Blocking a cell phone’s signal and making it untraceable can be done by simply putting it in a Faraday cage. CAN YOU TELL IF YOUR CELL PHONE IS BEING MONITORED? Yes, it’s possible to tell if a cell phone is being spied upon. All you have to do is look for the following signs: * Fast drainage of battery * Phones randomly rebooting frequently * Hearing weird sounds when calling * Overheating of the device even when not in use * Odd incoming text message Check Out BeenVerified DISCLAIMER: You may not use the non-FCRA approved services mentioned in this article or the information they provide to make decisions about consumer credit, employment, insurance, tenant screening, or any other purpose that would require FCRA compliance. These services don’t provide consumer reports and are not consumer reporting agencies. (These terms have special meanings under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 USC 1681 et seq., (“FCRA”), which are incorporated herein by reference.) The information available on our website may not be 100% accurate, complete, or up to date, so do not use it as a substitute for your own due diligence, especially if you have concerns about a person’s criminal history. The services we mention do not make any representation or warranty about the accuracy of the information available through our website or about the character or integrity of the person about whom you inquire. For more information, please review each service’s Terms of Use. RELATED ARTICLES * Best Background Check Sites * Best People Search Sites * How to Run a Personal Background Check on Yourself * Instant Checkmate Review * Best Public Data Check Services for Authentic Public Data * Background Check Michigan * Best Free Background Check Sites * How To Do a Public Records Search * The Best Reverse Address Lookup Sites * How to Find Out Who Called Me From This Phone Number * Truthfinder review * Intelius review * Background Check Florida * Criminal Records Check * Is TruthFinder Legit * Find a Person By Name * Is Intelius Legit * Is Instant Checkmate Legit * How to Find Someone’s Address * How to do a Public Records Search This story was originally published April 11, 2023, 10:00 AM. 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