Frequently Asked Questions — People Search Help

To find someone with just their name, follow these steps:

• Use the full legal name: Include first, middle, and last names if known
• Add location information: Include city, state, or ZIP code if available
• Try name variations: Search for nicknames, maiden names, or alternate spellings
• Include approximate age: Add birth year or age range to narrow results
• Use additional identifiers: Add known phone numbers, emails, or previous addresses

Our advanced search algorithm will cross-reference multiple databases to find the most accurate matches for your query.

Our comprehensive people search can reveal:

Note: Information availability depends on public record accessibility and privacy settings.

Yes! TracerPK searches all 50 states plus Washington D.C. and U.S. territories. Our database includes:

• Interstate tracking: Follow people across state lines
• Address history: See previous locations and moving patterns
• Forwarding addresses: Find current location from old addresses
• Cross-state verification: Confirm identity across multiple states

Even if someone moved years ago, our historical data can help trace their current location.

Reconnecting with old friends, classmates, or colleagues is one of our most popular services:

1. Start with what you know: Full name, school, workplace, or last known location
2. Search maiden names: For married women, try both married and maiden names
3. Check mutual connections: Look for shared friends or family members
4. Use timeline information: Include graduation years, employment dates, or life events
5. Try multiple searches: People change names, move, and update information over time

Success rate for finding old friends is over 85% when you have basic identifying information.

Our reverse phone lookup service can identify unknown callers in seconds:

• Enter the phone number: Include area code and full 10-digit number
• Get instant results: See caller name, location, and carrier information
• Check spam status: Find out if it's a known spam or scam number
• View call history: See how often this number calls people
• Get safety alerts: Receive warnings about dangerous or fraudulent numbers

We maintain a database of over 300 million phone numbers with real-time updates.

Yes, we can lookup both landline and mobile phone numbers:

Privacy Note: We only access publicly available information and comply with telecommunications privacy laws.

Our spam detection system helps you identify and avoid unwanted calls:

• Real-time spam alerts: Get instant warnings about known spam numbers
• Community reporting: Benefit from reports by millions of users
• Scam identification: Detect common phone scams and fraud attempts
• Robocall detection: Identify automated calling systems
• Telemarketing flags: Recognize legitimate vs. illegal marketing calls

We block over 2.3 million spam calls monthly and identify 850,000+ scam attempts.

Our background checks can reveal various types of public record information:

Important: We only report information from official public records and comply with Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) guidelines.

The scope of our background checks depends on the service level:

• Basic Check: 7 years of criminal history and current public records
• Premium Check: 15 years of comprehensive records including court documents
• Enterprise Check: Complete available history with no time limitations

Some records may be limited by state laws. For example, some states restrict reporting of certain convictions after 7-10 years for employment purposes.

Absolutely! Self-background checks are very common and recommended for several reasons:

• Verify accuracy: Ensure your public records are correct
• Identity monitoring: Check for signs of identity theft
• Employment preparation: See what employers might find
• Rental applications: Prepare for landlord screenings
• Online dating safety: Verify your own information before sharing

Self-checks help you understand your digital footprint and correct any inaccuracies in public records.

We accept all major payment methods for your convenience:

• Credit Cards: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover
• Debit Cards: All major debit cards with Visa/MC logos
• Digital Payments: PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay
• Bank Transfers: ACH transfers for enterprise customers

All payments are processed securely with 256-bit SSL encryption. We never store your payment information on our servers.

Yes, we offer a satisfaction guarantee with our refund policy:

• 30-day guarantee: Full refund if you're not satisfied with results
• No results found: Automatic refund if we can't find any information
• Duplicate charges: Immediate refund for any billing errors
• Technical issues: Full refund if our system fails to deliver results

To request a refund, contact our customer service team at support@tracerpk.com or call 1-800-TRACER-PK.

Your privacy and security are our top priorities:

We never sell your personal information or share your search history with third parties.

Yes, searching for people using publicly available information is completely legal:

• Public records access: Information from government databases is legally accessible
• First Amendment rights: Freedom of information protects your right to access public data
• Legitimate purposes: Legal for personal safety, reconnecting, and business verification
• FCRA compliance: We follow all federal regulations for consumer reporting

Important: While searching is legal, how you use the information must comply with applicable laws and regulations.

There are important restrictions on how you can use background check information:

Always use information responsibly and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

We respect privacy rights and offer opt-out options:

1. Visit our opt-out page: Go to tracerpk.com/opt-out
2. Verify your identity: Provide required identification documents
3. Submit your request: Complete the removal form with specific details
4. Wait for processing: Allow 7-10 business days for removal
5. Confirmation: Receive email confirmation when removal is complete

Note: We can only remove information from our database. Public records remain available through government sources.