People Search

Search by name to find people and get contact information for over 250 million U.S. adults.

Get the phone number

Look up current address

Find verified emails

How to use people search

People searchalso called people finderis a modern online directory that returns current and past phone numbersstreet addressesemail addressesrelativesand relevant public records when you enter a person's name. Whitepages people search scans nationwide public records covering more than 250 million U.S. adults and delivers results in seconds.

Use people search to find and reconnect with individuals both inside and outside your contact list. Whether you're looking up an old friendidentifying an unknown callerchecking contact detailsor confirming a mailing addressyou can find people by name and compare available matches to make sure you've found the right person.

US MAP CONTENT INFO FOR 250 PLUS MILLION INDIVIDUALS

Why Whitepages people search results are reliable

Whitepages aggregates people search results from public recordscourt filingsutility recordsand premium data partners. These records are compiledcross-referencedand updated to maintain accuracy for more than 250 million U.S. adults across all 50 states. Results include cell phone numbersmailing addressesemailsand property data. Over 30 million people use the site each month to find contact information and check public records.

This data is accessible on the websitethrough the People Search iOS app and the Android appand through the Whitepages Person Search API.

What information does a people search provide?

Firstmiddleand last name
Birth namemaiden nameand AKA
Age
Job title and employer

Phone numbers
All current and past addresses
Email addresses

Family member names
Associate names
Phone numbers
Current and past addresses

Criminal and traffic records
Property records
Public records

When to use a people search

What people are saying about Whitepages

Accurate Data Instantly

Whitepages is really accurate. For the most part every mobile number we’ve looked up has been correct and for the exact person we want to talk to.

- Danielle

In the 2 years I’ve used Whitepages I’ve found their data to be the most up to date I can find in the market. I’m pretty brand loyal.

- Rick

Easy To Use

Whitepages is the site that gives us the most accurate results instantly with no unnecessary delays.

- Laurie

I rely on Whitepages to help me find familyfriendsand their relatives or neighbors. It has useful informationespecially estimated age. I highly recommend the Premium version.

- Modena

Invaluable for Businesses

It’s so easy to find information for customers I need to communicate with. Amazingly usefulPremium is worth every penny.

- Dennis

Any way that we can stay connected with our clients is our bread and butterand Whitepages is a very important part of that.

- Laurie

Free vs. premium people search

Full nameage rangeand city/state of residence
Current and past addresses (limited view)
Landline phone numbers
Possible relatives (limited view)
Current job title and employer details
Property ownership status

Verified contact info: full phone numbers and email addresses
Exact age and date of birth
Complete address history
Full list of relatives and associates
Detailed property ownership records and linked properties
Everything in Freeplus person API access for large-scale lookups
Background check accessincluding public records and criminal history

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FAQs

How can I do a people search?

Finding people is easy and straightforward. To start a confidential search using our people finderenter a partial or full name in the search boxalong with a city or state if you have it. The search engine scans millions of public records instantly to return the best matches. Select the person you are looking for from the list to find their phone numberhome addressand more.

How can I find someone’s phone number and address for free?

Conduct a free people search simply by entering the person’s name and their location if available. The Whitepages people search engine will instantly return results that include the person’s current addresslandline phone number and other valuable information for free. Cell phone numbersemail addressesand detailed background report information is available on Whitepages Premium. For step-by-step helpsee the guides onfinding a person's phone number online and finding a person's address online.

What's the best way to find people online?

The best way to find a person is to search by name and locationthen narrow results by age or relatives. This returns more precise matches than searching through social media profilesdirectoriesor general search engines.

Does Whitepages notify someone when I search for them?

No. All searches are completely confidentialprivateand anonymous. Secure encryption protects your information and ensures your privacy. Whitepages does not notify the subject of any lookup.

Is there a mobile app for People Search?

Yesthe People Search mobile app is available for a free download on both iOS and Android devices. You can also upgrade to a subscription to quickly and easily find phone numbersaddressesemailsand additional details directly from your phone.

Is there a Person Search API?

Yes. The Whitepages Pro API provides programmatic access to people-related dataincluding namesphone numbersaddressesand property details. It helps businesses enrich contact recordsverify identitiesand integrate reliable data directly into their systems. Access the API documentation here.

What makes Whitepages different from other people finder websites?

Established in 1997Whitepages is the oldest and largest people search service in the United States. The database is frequently updatedwith algorithms that compile and refine information from multiple public-record and premium data sources. Results cover over 250 million U.S. adults across all 50 statesand more than 30 million people use the service each month.

Can I find a person's criminal history for free?

Free access to nationwide criminal records online is limited because many U.S. state and local agencies have not fully digitized their records or created user-friendly websites. People search aggregates United States public records and offers background checks that help users save time and quickly find a person's criminal history.