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About US Search

US Search is an online tool that provides background checks and person searches. It pulls information from public records, including criminal records, social media profiles, property records and more. You can search by name, address or phone number. The site offers free basic searches, but you'll have to pay for a membership to get more in-depth information.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Free basic search
  • Hassle-free cancellation
  • Sources updated daily
  • Trial membership available

Cons

  • Extra fees for premium report
  • Subscribers don’t get all add-ons

Bottom Line

US Search provides basic free person searches and paid premium reports with information gleaned from billions of public records. Members get access to unlimited background reports and extended data searches.

How does US Search work?

US Search offers some free services and paid premium services. The company uses a proprietary search engine to comb through billions of public records, websites and other sources. You can search by a person’s name to find their current and past addresses, phone number, household members and home value; search by phone to find name, address, utility verification and more. You can also find names associated with specific addresses.

When you enter a name, US Search generates a free report that includes basic information like relatives, age and location history. The paid subscription includes extended data searches for further details, including social media accounts, sex offender data, criminal records, images, friends, financial assets, court records and contact information. You can choose from instant search reports, advanced person searches or background checks.

US Search provides additional information for extra fees. When you sign up, your report is available for instant online viewing with the option to download and print.

US Search costs

A paid US Search subscription includes unlimited person and phone searches for $19.95 per month or $49.85 per quarter. Additional services require other fees; for instance, access to national criminal records costs $19.95, marriage and divorce records cost $2.95 and email address information costs $2.95. A trial membership is $1.99.

US Search FAQ

Can you remove your information from US Search?

US Search uses public records and info to conduct person searches — a person cannot opt out of inclusion in these databases.

Does US Search provide criminal background information?

Yes, US Search accesses arrest records, though these records don’t necessarily confirm a conviction.

How does US Search get its information?

US Search accesses public records like court records and weapons permits. The company has developed a proprietary search engine to query billions of records and websites. Its criminal background information comes from state and local databases nationwide.

Is US Search a safe site?

US Search is confidential. The site provides a private and safe 256-bit encrypted connection.

Is US Search legit?

While US Search is not a substitute for a background check when hiring or screening potential tenants, the service is legit and provides free basic background info. For those who want further details, a paid subscription includes reports that show date of birth, address history, arrest records, phone numbers, court records, government license info and social media profiles. The company’s proprietary search engine accesses public records from state and local databases and cross-references multiple data sources to ensure accuracy.

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Reviewed Nov. 19, 2023

This report gave me all the information I needed to realize all the property my uncle owned was suppose to be given to me from my father's will. I was suppose to inherit that property. My uncle kept it all! What a vulture my uncle was. I trusted my uncle when he said my father had nothing for my brothers and I. What a sack of **.

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    Reviewed Aug. 6, 2023

    I found the person I was looking for. Unfortunately she passed away but there was other information that I wanted to know I have also used it to look up friends and family members While not all of the information was included locations were accurate. Very pleased with US Search.

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    Thank you for taking the time to leave us feedback. We are delighted to see that you enjoyed your experience with US Search, and we look forward to providing you with our services again in the future.

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    Reviewed July 19, 2023

    Jason was wonderful. He listened to my questions and asked questions to see more accurately what my needs were. He was patient, courteous, and extremely helpful. I'm not tech savvy and he was so supportive!! He guided me to where I can see the information on the website. He was extremely patient with my detailed questions.

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    Thank you for taking the time to leave us feedback. We are delighted to see that you enjoyed your experience with US Search, and we look forward to providing you with our services again in the future.

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    Reviewed March 29, 2023

    A friend recommended this site for our high school class reunion. It has been a blast finding friends that I have not talked to in years. This is our 50th and it's big. I just talked to Adrian and he was delightful and very helpful. There was a girl I talked to when I first signed up and she was delightful also. Great staff! Great site! Great fun!!! I will be referring your site when I can. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR DOING WHAT YOU DO!

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    Reviewed March 28, 2023

    I was able to have a short term subscription with USSEARCH and had success in finding some folks who had left our area. When I decided to close the account, it went smoothly just by making contact by phone. The agent even suggested to let me run the account out for the remainder of the month as there were many remaining days left on my account. I would recommend their services.

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    Reviewed Aug. 27, 2023

    Found out who my bf been w and where. Easy to use cheap free trial. I will def be using for months. With this app I will be just as good as FBI or CIA. This app is like a private investigator at my fingertips! :)

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    Thank you for taking the time to leave us with your feedback. We are delighted to see that you enjoyed your experience using US Search, and we look forward to continuing to assist you in the future. Thank you!

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    Reviewed Jan. 27, 2023

    When I called to cancel my subscription the service member was very polite and helpful. He did offer products to help me stay but I only needed the service for one thing and was finished with my search. My only disappointment was the search on myself was inaccurate.

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    Reviewed Nov. 17, 2022

    The rep was very helpful. She help me located the account and she explained to me everything I asked and was very patient and understanding. Even when she answered the phone she was very pleasant and listened to everything I had to say.

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    Reviewed Oct. 26, 2022

    I have had some success in finding a person but the information was not up to date. Your receptionists have all been very professional and nice. I still use the app when I need to look someone up. It serves the purpose but phone numbers and addresses are almost all outdated.

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    Reviewed Oct. 19, 2022

    I have used US Search quite a lot over the years, have found a lot of my old Military friends and have had great reunions. I subscribed recently to find an old friend in Florida, no luck with phone number or an address, take into consideration the hurricane had recently hit Florida and completely wiped out the area I was searching for, I subscribed for that search. Called customer service and did a cancelation of my subscription. The customer service was great, friendly and answered all my question. Thanks again, Happy customer.

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    US Search Company Information

    Company Name:
    US Search
    Year Founded:
    1994
    Address:
    US Search PO BOX 4145
    City:
    Bellevue
    State/Province:
    WA
    Postal Code:
    98009-4145
    Website:
    www.ussearch.com