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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.
- Free basic search
- Hassle-free cancellation
- Sources updated daily
- Trial membership available
- Extra fees for premium report
- Subscribers don’t get all add-ons
What is US Search?
US Search offers background checks and person searches by name, address or phone number. The site also lets users search criminal records, social networks, public records, property records and more. The site features an email search function that finds a person’s name, social media data, address history and more. It also offers reverse phone lookup. US Search activity is confidential.
US Seach’s premium reports contain information on address history, phone numbers, aliases, maiden names, associates, properties, home value, lawsuits, misdemeanors and felonies. Users must agree not to stalk the person they search, use the information for blackmail, harass the person or confront the person if they’re dangerous.
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 March 20, 2025
This was very helpful, interesting, and informative, especially when I can see stuff I didn’t know about Hunter, as far as the eye can see anyway, and also some other stuff relating to him, again as far as the eye can see. I’m glad I learn about this from a far in a way where I’m not a creep or a weirdo for having done something like this.
Hello Kendra,
Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback! We’re glad to hear that you found the information helpful, interesting, and informative. It’s great to know that USSearch gave you the opportunity to learn more in a way that felt respectful and appropriate.
If you have any additional questions or need further assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact our support team at 888-712-0108 or by emailing us at support@ussearch.com. Our team is available to help during regular business hours, from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time (10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time) (Holiday hours may vary.)
Reviewed March 19, 2025
I read on Facebook that a 50-year old [younger than me] friend died suddenly. I've known him since his birth. I've known his parents since 1950. I wanted to send a condolence letter to his widow. Now I know where to send my letter. I have used US Search for a couple of years and found the company to be accurate 90% of the time. US Search brings old friends together better than social media. I will keep my US Search subscription.
Hello Richard,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with US Search. We are truly sorry for the loss of your friend, and we’re glad that our service was able to help you reconnect and send your condolences to his family during this difficult time.
It means so much to hear that you find US Search to be a reliable tool for bringing old friends together, even more so than social media. We appreciate your continued trust in our service and are honored to be a resource you can rely on.
If there’s ever anything we can do to assist you, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re always here to help.
Best regards,
US Search Customer Support📞 888-712-0108
📧 support@ussearch.com
Reviewed June 4, 2024
So much better than Spokeo and TruthFinder. Also, the speed at which you process and present information is awesome. Very easy to use and intuitive. You make my job easier and I will be a return Customer! Will definitely recommend to others. Looking forward to many more searches. Thanks again, you guys are the best!
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.
Reviewed April 17, 2025
Came back to US Search to locate an alumnus from my UW research group. Managed to get some contact information, though I have no idea if it is still valid. I expect the leads provided will be helpful. I looked up my own information, while I was at it, and found many errors. Is it possible to submit corrections?
Hello Richard,
Thank you for your feedback and for choosing USSearch. We’re glad to hear that the leads provided may be helpful in your efforts to reconnect with your UW research group alumnus.
Regarding your question about correcting personal information: USSearch provides public record reports compiled from various third-party databases and publicly available sources. Because we do not create or manage these records ourselves, we’re unable to make modifications or corrections to any of the information included in a report.
If there’s anything else we can assist you with or if you have additional questions, please don’t hesitate to contact our support team at 888-712-0108 or by emailing us at support@ussearch.com. Our team is available to help Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time (10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time) (Holiday hours may vary.)
Thank you again for reaching out.
USSearch Customer Support
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Reviewed Aug. 6, 2024
Sometimes, US Search doesn't have accurate data, but this time, they did! The older I get, the more I want to connect with friends I worked with, or knew from my neighborhood. US Search is a big help. I am on a fixed-income budget, so the program is a bit much for me to justify. I will continue for the rest of 2024, maybe longer.
Thank you so much for sharing this kind review about your experience with our services. We are happy to hear you're pleased and found the information valuable!
Reviewed Dec. 15, 2023
I needed an address verification service to update my clients' addresses for holiday cards. It delivered 100% what I needed. I believe my holiday cards will have a much lower rate of return-to-sender this year as a result of my updated addresses. Plus it's easier to stay in contact with my current and former clients. Thank you, US Search.
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.
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 **.
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!
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! :)
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!
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.
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.
Thank you!
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.
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.
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!
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.
Reviewed Feb. 3, 2023
I use USSearch in my genealogical research to find living relatives. This is an invaluable asset in identifying DNA relatives. For me, it's an essential tool for fleshing out my family trees and in finding living relatives who can help with historical insights in other parts of the family. It's also handy in learning when friends are celebrating significant birthdays.
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
