How People Use TruthFinder®: Background Checks and Reverse Phone Lookups
TruthFinder can compile public records into detailed reports on individuals.
Nov. 7 2024, Published 3:00 a.m. ET
When was the last time you Googled an old friend or colleague? Or maybe you recently met someone new at a conference, a happy hour, or the gym, then looked up their social media profiles when you got home. How often do you check out an unrecognized number that’s called your cellphone multiple times but left no voicemail?
These are just a few examples of how everyone’s online lives have become inextricable from our real-world social lives. Digital search tools like TruthFinder allow users to engage our curiosity about others, reconnect with those they’ve drifted apart from, and protect themselves against scammers and risky in-person meetups.
While the standard approaches of using search engines and social media platforms as digital detective tools can be helpful, this approach also has blind spots, and it leaves it up to users to do the work of collating a complete picture of an individual from several sources.
Enter TruthFinder, an online service that's gaining popularity for its ability to uncover information about individuals using public records. The platform can compile a variety of information into detailed reports on individuals. But what exactly does TruthFinder offer, and how might individuals use it? Let's dive into two of the platform’s main services to find out.
1. Background Check
TruthFinder's background check service is designed to identify an individual and potentially provide a fuller description of that individual's history through a detailed report.
How It Works
Users enter a person's name and the last known state of their address. TruthFinder can compile an extensive report that may include criminal and traffic records, employment history, location history, and more.
Why Use It?
The reasons for using such a tool are as varied as the people using it.
Imagine trying to reconnect with your best friend from summer camp twenty years ago. You remember their name, but beyond that, you're at a loss. A background report could provide you with the means to rekindle that long-lost friendship.
Or perhaps you're seeking to reconnect with far-flung family members or even meet biological parents for the first time, but you aren’t sure how to contact them. A phone number or email address could jump-start the process.
Nostalgia often leads individuals to wonder about those who played significant roles in their past. Maybe they're curious about what became of their high school sweetheart or your college roommate. A background report could provide users with current contact information, like phone numbers and email addresses. Moreover, the social profiles section could give users insights into their recent life events, career changes, or personal achievements, helping them bridge the gap years may have created.
Moving to a new area? Relocating users might use background checks to learn more about their neighbors and get a feel for their new community. Whether you've just moved to a new area or a new family has moved in next door, it's natural to want to know more about the people sharing your community. A background report could potentially provide essential information such as whether or not a neighbor has a criminal record. This information can help you make informed decisions about your family's safety and security.
In the world of online dating, a little background information can go a long way in ensuring your safety and peace of mind before meeting someone in person. And before meeting up with an online seller from a digital service, a more thorough background check could help you determine whether the seller is who they say they are or if they may be trying to scam you.
Finally, running a background check on yourself can be helpful in understanding what information is publicly available about you so you can address any inaccuracies or take steps to improve your online presence.
2. Reverse Phone Lookup
Everyone has been there — a mysterious number pops up on your phone, leaving you wondering whether to answer or ignore it and sidestep the potential hassle of a spam call or scammer. Reverse phone lookup can help users learn more about who’s calling them and why.
How It Works
Users input a phone number. TruthFinder then searches public records for information associated with that number, potentially revealing information like the owner's name, location history, and linked social media profiles.
Why Use It?
Reverse phone lookup can be a handy tool in various situations. A missed call could be from a potential employer, an old friend, or just another telemarketer. Reverse phone lookup can help you decide whether it's worth calling back.
Shopping on digital platforms can be a great value call, but before meeting up with someone to buy that secondhand couch, you might want to verify their identity for safety reasons. Running a reverse phone lookup on their number may help determine whether they’re legitimate sellers.
Similarly, in online dating, reverse phone lookup may help verify that your potential date is who they claim to be. And if you notice an unfamiliar number frequently appearing on a loved one's phone bill or cellphone, reverse phone lookup could provide some clarity.
Responsible Use of TruthFinder
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Whether you're reconnecting with old friends, vetting potential dates, or simply satisfying your curiosity, these digital detective tools are changing the way individuals interact with and understand the people around them. However, while TruthFinder can provide a wealth of information at your fingertips, it's important to note a few key points.
The service isn’t a consumer reporting agency and cannot be used for purposes governed by the Fair Credit Reporting Act. This means you can't use it for things like employment screening, or for tenant or credit checks.
Tools like TruthFinder can offer individuals the ability to make more informed decisions about the people in their lives, but users should be aware of privacy considerations and use the service responsibly.
