How to Search Public Records by Name
What counts as a public record, where to search court, property, vital and federal records by name, and how to confirm you have the right person.
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How to Reconnect With Someone From Your Past
A step-by-step approach to finding an old friend, classmate or relative, from mutual contacts and social networks to public records, plus how to reach out respectfully.
Read the guideOnline Safety: How to Research Someone Before Meeting in Person
Safety checks before meeting a date or a marketplace buyer or seller: reverse image searches, common scam patterns, public records and planning a safer first meeting.
Read the guideWhat Is the FCRA and Why People Search Sites Can't Be Used for Screening
What the Fair Credit Reporting Act covers, what a consumer report and permissible purpose mean, and why people search reports may not be used for eligibility decisions.
Read the guideHow to Protect Your Own Information Online
How to see what others can find about you, opt out of people search sites and data brokers, tighten privacy settings, freeze your credit and respond to identity theft.
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