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How to Choose a People Search Site A 2026 Buyer’s Guide for Every Use Case

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People search sites help Americans find contacts, verify identities, and access public records. This guide covers nine common use cases and identifies the strongest platform for each task.

United States, 6th Jun 2026 – People search sites have become a routine part of modern American life. Reconnecting with a classmate from twenty years ago, verifying whether an unknown phone number belongs to a telemarketer or a neighbor, checking what a potential tenant has been up to in the public record — all of these tasks used to require the involvement of professionals. Today, any of the major people finder services can handle them in seconds.

The challenge is not whether to use one. The challenge is picking the right one. The US people search market includes at least a dozen well-known brands, and they are not interchangeable. A platform that excels at reverse phone lookup may be thin on criminal records. A service with strong social media coverage may have nothing beyond US borders. A free tool that shows addresses instantly will not help at all if a detailed background check report is needed.

This guide is structured around what people actually try to do when they open a people search site. Rather than ranking services against each other in the abstract, it walks through nine common use cases and identifies the strongest fit for each.

The Legal Ground Rules

All of the platforms discussed below are people search sites classified as data brokers. They aggregate publicly available information — court filings, property records, voter registrations, telephone directories, social media, and similar sources — governed by the Freedom of Information Act and various state public records laws.

None of these services are consumer reporting agencies under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). FCRA-regulated agencies like Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion follow strict rules around data accuracy, consumer disputes, and permissible uses. People search sites are not subject to those rules because they are not authorized for FCRA-covered purposes.

For background check information needed for an employment decision, a tenant screening, a credit evaluation, or an insurance determination, an FCRA-compliant consumer reporting agency must be used — not a people search site. Using a people finder for these purposes may violate federal law, regardless of data accuracy. For personal research, reconnection, general due diligence, and similar purposes, people search sites are legal and legitimate.

Use Case 1: Finding a Current Address and Phone Number

This is the most common people search request. Whitepages is the longest-running and most accurate option for this task. Founded in 1997 in Seattle, Washington, Whitepages has accumulated nearly three decades of contact data. Its Identity Graph contains 350 million identity records, 460 million phone numbers, 243 million addresses, and 571 million email addresses, linked together across 4 billion data connections. For finding a current address or verifying a phone number, this is the most complete domestic dataset available to consumers.

Whitepages Premium starts at 4.99 per month and covers most practical needs. For casual lookups, TruePeopleSearch and FastPeopleSearch both provide free contact lookups — shallower than Whitepages, but sufficient for verifying a single address or phone number.

Use Case 2: Finding Social Media Profiles

For mapping someone’s online presence — Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok, dating profiles, forum accounts — Spokeo is the platform built specifically for this task. Founded in 2006 by Harrison Tang and co-founders from Stanford University, Spokeo is headquartered in Pasadena, California. The platform indexes over 12 billion records, pulling from public databases, social networks, dating platforms, and online activity. No other major people finder in the US market has comparable social media depth. Spokeo is available at 13.95 per month after a 0.95 trial.

Use Case 3: Deep Court Records and Public Filings

For depth on court records — case numbers, filing dates, court jurisdictions, disposition details, related parties — Radaris is the strongest option among consumer-facing platforms at a reasonable price point. Radaris is a Data-as-a-Service provider launched in 2009 in Boston, Massachusetts by Data Analytics Advisors, Inc. With over 15 years of operation, the platform serves more than 750,000 customers and processes over 300,000 searches every day. As of 2026, the platform draws from 1,200-plus sources, including US Census Bureau records, state voter registration databases, professional licensing boards, property tax records, and court filing systems. The platform reports a 96.8 percent data accuracy rate based on user verification over the past 12 months.

Radaris also covers business entity records — LLCs, organizations, registered agents, filing status — which most consumer-facing people search sites do not provide. Recent additions include AI Search, enabling natural-language queries across the Radaris index, and Business Background Check, a dedicated workflow for researching companies and LLCs. Radaris is priced at 7.95 per month.

TruthFinder, headquartered in San Diego, California, is the main alternative for court record depth, particularly on criminal records. Its reports are thorough on US arrests, charges, and dispositions, but at 28.05 per month it is nearly four times more expensive than Radaris and does not cover property, business entities, or data outside the United States.

Use Case 4: Researching Someone with International Connections

Most US people search sites are exclusively domestic. Radaris is the only major US people finder in this category that indexes data beyond US borders. Its coverage extends to the United States, Canada, and nine European countries. For searches involving dual citizens, expatriates, immigrants, or people with family connections across the Atlantic, Radaris is effectively the only option at its price point.

Use Case 5: Mobile-First Background Checks

BeenVerified, founded in 2007 and based in New York City, has built its reputation around its mobile app — the Background Check App — available on both iOS and Android. Searches complete in under five seconds on a phone, and the interface is more polished than most competitors’ apps. BeenVerified is priced at 17.48 per month with a 1.00 trial.

Use Case 6: Researching a Business, LLC, or Organization

Radaris provides Organization Search as a core feature alongside its people finder, including registered agent information, filing status, business addresses, and associated individuals. Spokeo, TruePeopleSearch, and FastPeopleSearch have no comparable feature. Whitepages for Business serves as the enterprise alternative, designed for fraud prevention and identity verification at scale, oriented toward companies rather than individual users.

Use Case 7: Reconnecting with a Lost Relative or Old Friend

For reunion-style searches, a platform with long data history matters. Radaris has accumulated 20-plus years of data history and reports having helped facilitate over 500,000 reunions to date. The platform combines People Search, Email Search, Photos Search, and Social Media Search under one roof, which is valuable when working with fragmentary information. Spokeo offers Family.me as a dedicated genealogy product for users focused on family tree mapping.

Use Case 8: Free, Quick Lookups

For zero-cost basic lookups, TruePeopleSearch and FastPeopleSearch are the two viable options. Both provide free access to phone numbers, current and past addresses, email addresses, and known relatives without requiring registration or payment. Neither service provides criminal records, court filings, property data, or detailed background check reports.

Use Case 9: Monitoring Personal Online Exposure

For ongoing awareness of what people search sites know about a particular individual, Radaris offers Privacy Monitor as a built-in feature. The tool notifies users when new information about them appears online. Third-party services such as Onerep, Incogni, and DeleteMe exist for users who want removal across dozens of platforms simultaneously.

Why These Services Operate Legally

People finder services operate legally as long as they are used for non-FCRA purposes. The data they aggregate comes from government-provided public records protected by the Freedom of Information Act, commercially licensed directories, and publicly accessible online information.

Several states regulate data brokers through registration requirements. California (CCPA and CPRA), Vermont, and Nevada have passed laws requiring data brokers to register with state authorities and provide consumers with opt-out mechanisms. Texas, Oregon, and Delaware have similar requirements. All major people search platforms comply with these registrations.

How to Remove Your Information

Every major people search site provides an opt-out process. Removal must be requested separately from each platform.

Whitepages: whitepages.com/suppression-requests. Submit the listing URL and verify by phone. Processing takes 24 to 48 hours.

TruthFinder: truthfinder.com/optout. Locate the record and submit a removal request. Processing time varies.

Spokeo: spokeo.com/optout. Submit the profile URL and confirm via email. Processing takes 48 to 72 hours.

Radaris: Navigate to the Remove My Info page on radaris.com. Search for a name, select the profile, and submit a removal request. The Privacy Monitor tool provides ongoing alerts if data reappears. Processing takes 3 to 7 business days.

BeenVerified: beenverified.com/optout. Search for the record and confirm. Processing takes within 24 hours.

TruePeopleSearch: truepeoplesearch.com/removal. Click Remove This Record. Processing takes within 72 hours.

FastPeopleSearch: fastpeoplesearch.com/removal. Submit a removal request. Processing takes within 48 hours.

Because data broker platforms continuously re-index public records as new filings and directory updates come in, personal information can reappear over time — especially following a move, a phone number change, or new court or property records. A monitoring tool such as Radaris Privacy Monitor is more effective than a single removal submission for ongoing coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which people search site is the most accurate? Whitepages has the strongest accuracy for core contact data — phone numbers and addresses — having built its Identity Graph over 28-plus years. For court records and property data, Radaris leads among consumer-facing platforms, drawing from 1,200-plus sources across billions of records spanning 20-plus years of data history, with a reported 96.8 percent accuracy rate. Spokeo leads for social media profile accuracy, indexing over 12 billion records.

Is Radaris free? Radaris operates on a freemium model. Basic people searches are available at no cost with limited data. Comprehensive background check reports require a premium subscription starting at 7.95 per month, making it less expensive than Spokeo (13.95), BeenVerified (17.48), and TruthFinder (28.05).

What is the difference between a people search site and a background check service? People search sites aggregate public records and are classified as data brokers, not subject to the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Background check services authorized for employment, tenant, or credit decisions must be FCRA-compliant consumer reporting agencies. Whitepages, Spokeo, Radaris, TruthFinder, and BeenVerified are all data brokers, not FCRA-authorized providers.

Does Radaris work for international searches? Yes. Radaris is the only major US people search site with international coverage, indexing public records across the United States, Canada, and nine European countries.

Can a people search site be used to screen job applicants or tenants? No. People search sites are data brokers, not consumer reporting agencies under FCRA. Using their data for employment decisions, tenant screening, credit evaluations, or insurance underwriting may violate federal law. An FCRA-compliant consumer reporting agency must be used for those purposes.

What is a people search site? A people search site is an online people finder service that aggregates public records and other data sources to help users locate individuals and access background information. Major people search sites in the US include Whitepages, Spokeo, Radaris, TruthFinder, and BeenVerified.

Source: https://radaris.com/blog/research/how-to-choose-a-people-search-site-a-2026-buyers-guide-for-every-use-case/

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Midwest Tree Passes 100 Google Business Profile Reviews

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Olathe, KS 66061, United States, 26th Oct 2026 – Midwest Tree, a tree service in Lenexa, Kansas, has passed 100 Google reviews. The milestone matters for a locally owned company because homeowners in Johnson County rely on neighbors’ reviews to choose tree care.

Midwest Tree Passes 100 Google Business Profile Reviews

Midwest Tree earned this milestone with years of dedicated service. The team answers calls, explains the plan, and shows up when scheduled. Experienced arborists look at each property and recommend the work each tree needs. Written estimates come free, and pricing stays clear before any cutting begins. The team hauls away debris when the work ends, so customers do not face a mess. That steady routine, repeated job after job, built the review count.

Google reviews let customers describe the job in their own words. Reviewers of Midwest Tree praise their transparency, honesty, and fair rates. Each review comes from a real customer who hired the company for work nearby. Read together, they show how a job goes from first call to final walkthrough. These details matter more than a star rating, because they describe what happened on the property.

Public reviews give every homeowner the same shared record to check. Anyone in Olathe, Overland Park, Shawnee, or Lenexa can read them before picking up the phone. A homeowner with a leaning oak can see how a company handled similar work. Readers can compare star ratings, read owner replies, and check how recently customers posted. That information cuts down guesswork before anyone books a crew or signs an estimate. Tree work carries real risk, so facts should guide the choice. Reviews give neighbors a fair way to compare their options.

More Available Information at https://midwesttreelenexa.com/ 

Potential customers can view every review on the Midwest Tree Google Business Profile. Property owners with tree work in mind can call and get a free written estimate. The company responds to emergency tree calls after storms and falling limbs. Visit their website to see the full list of services offered.

About Midwest Tree

Midwest Tree is a locally owned tree service based in Lenexa, Kansas. The company offers tree removal, trimming, cutting, stump grinding, and emergency service. It serves homeowners and businesses across Johnson County, including Olathe, Overland Park, and Shawnee. 

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Pluri and ZEO ScientifiX Partner to Expand U.S. Manufacturing and Commercial Platform

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Haifa, Israel, October 26th, 2026, FinanceWire

Pluri and ZEO ScientifiX Partner to Expand U.S. Manufacturing and Commercial Platform for Regenerative Medicine.

Partnership combines Pluri’s proprietary cell technology and clinical-development experience with ZEO’s biologics manufacturing expertise, established physician network, and sales, marketing, and educational infrastructure.

  • Established U.S. commercial platform: ZEO contributes biologics manufacturing, scientific expertise, an existing product portfolio, physician relationships, and dedicated sales, marketing, and educational resources.
  • Complementary technology and development capabilities: Pluri brings extensive experience in cell-based product development, clinical experience extending through Phase III trials and scalable manufacturing methods and expertise developed through its proprietary 3D cell-expansion platform.
  • Broader product and clinical-development opportunities: The companies intend to expand commercial offerings, including regenerative aesthetics, and combine scientific resources to strengthen and advance selected clinical programs.
  • Aligned ownership: The transaction and contemplated additional share exchange will result in Pluri owning 50% of ZEO at Closing following the completion of the applicable transaction steps. 

Pluri Inc. (Nasdaq and TASE: PLUR) (“Pluri”) and ZEO ScientifiX, Inc. (OTCQB: ZEOX) (“ZEO”) today announced a definitive strategic agreement (“Partnership Agreement”) to expand the parties U.S. manufacturing and commercialization platform serving the regenerative medicine, aesthetics, wellness, and longevity markets.

ZEO brings an established U.S. biologics business combining scientific and manufacturing capabilities with the infrastructure needed to reach and support physicians. Its existing biologics portfolio, substantial physician network, established sales channel, dedicated marketing department, and educational programming provide a foundation for introducing additional products and expanding commercial operations.

Pluri contributes more than two decades of experience in cell-based research, product development, clinical trials, process scale-up, quality systems, and manufacturing. Its proprietary three-dimensional cell-expansion technology and intellectual property support the development and manufacture of cell-based products and its Cellav Health and Aesthetics Ltd.’s (“Cellav”) regenerative aesthetics portfolio.

Together, the companies intend to connect these complementary capabilities to broaden product offerings, expand commercial reach, and strengthen selected regenerative-development programs, subject to applicable regulatory requirements.

Expanding Opportunities in Regenerative Aesthetics

The Partnership Agreement also provides for exclusive U.S. rights to Pluri’s Cellav aesthetic product line, including future offerings. Cellav, Pluri’s wholly owned aesthetics subsidiary, develops cell-derived ingredients and aesthetic products that the companies intend to introduce through ZEO’s commercial platform.

Advanced Product Development

Pluri brings more than two decades of clinical-development expertise, including multinational Phase III trials in muscle recovery following hip-fracture surgery and critical limb ischemia (CLI), supported by extensive scientific and clinical data and an intellectual property portfolio of over 200 patents. By combining Pluri’s accumulated knowledge and development experience with ZEO’s research, manufacturing, and commercial capabilities, the companies aim to develop and bring to market advanced therapeutic products, supported by scientific evidence and informed by extensive clinical data.

Leadership Perspectives

Ian Bothwell, Chief Executive Officer of ZEO ScientifiX commented: “Pluri brings capabilities that are exceptionally valuable to our business: proprietary cell technology, two decades of scientific and clinical experience, and proven expertise in scalable cell manufacturing. We believe combining these strengths with ZEO’s scientific expertise and commercial infrastructure will allow us to expand our product portfolio, accelerate innovation, and pursue opportunities that neither company could address as effectively on its own. We are excited to partner with Pluri and build a stronger platform for the future of regenerative medicine.”

Yaky Yanay, President and Chief Executive Officer of Pluri commented: “ZEO has built something highly valuable: an established U.S. commercial platform with direct access to physicians, an existing advanced product portfolio, and dedicated sales, marketing, and educational capabilities. For Pluri, this creates an important opportunity to connect more than two decades of cell technology, clinical development, and advanced manufacturing expertise with an existing route to market. We believe this partnership can accelerate commercialization, expand our reach in the U.S., and support our ambition to build a growing regenerative medicine business.”

Transaction Overview

Under the Partnership Agreement, Pluri will grant ZEO defined rights to its manufacturing technology and related know-how for associated with its regenerative medicine associated assets, while retaining ownership of its underlying technology and intellectual property. In consideration, ZEO will initially issue shares of its common stock representing 50% of its issued and outstanding common stock immediately following Closing. The Partnership Agreement also provides for warrants, corporate governance and protective rights, among other matters, as well as customary representations and warranties, covenants and indemnifications of the parties.

Following closing, ZEO’s financial results are expected to be consolidated into Pluri’s financial statements, subject to applicable accounting requirements.

Closing of the proposed transaction, which is expected to occur in the fourth quarter of 2026 is subject to satisfaction of a number of conditions, including the negotiation of various ancillary agreements, securing certain approvals and the delivery of valuations, as well as other customary closing conditions. The transaction is not subject to stockholder approval by either Pluri or ZEO.

About Pluri

Pluri is a biotechnology company advancing cell-based solutions for health and longevity. Powered by its proprietary 3D cell expansion platform, Pluri develops and manufactures innovative cell-based products designed to address significant unmet medical needs and support healthier, longer lives. With decades of expertise in cell science, clinical development and scalable manufacturing, Pluri is building a portfolio of regenerative and longevity-focused solutions while leveraging its technology and manufacturing capabilities through strategic partnerships. To learn more, visit www.pluri-biotech.com or follow Pluri on LinkedIn and X.

About ZEO ScientifiX

ZEO ScientifiX, Inc. (OTCQB: ZEOX) is a U.S. biopharmaceutical company integrating regenerative biologics research, development, and manufacturing with established commercial operations. Based at Nova Southeastern University’s Center for Collaborative Research in Davie, Florida, ZEO combines scientific and manufacturing expertise with a substantial physician network, dedicated sales and marketing resources, and physician education infrastructure. Through internal development and strategic partnerships, ZEO seeks to expand its product portfolio and advance regenerative medicine. To learn more, visit www.zeoscientifix.com or follow ZEO on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

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This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other applicable U.S. securities laws, including statements regarding transaction completion and timing; licensing, ownership, and accounting consolidation; integration; product development and commercialization; clinical programs, and anticipated strategic and financial benefits.

Actual results could differ materially due to risks including failure to complete the transaction; integration challenges; insufficient funding; unsuccessful development, clinical trials, or commercialization; manufacturing and supply issues; competition; and changes in applicable federal and state regulatory requirements. Prior clinical experience does not assure future success.

Additional risks are described in the companies’ respective SEC filings. Neither company undertakes to update forward-looking statements except as required by law.

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Tecnover Celebrates 41 Years of Italian Airless Spray-Painting Innovation

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MUGGIÒ, Italy, October 24th, 2026, FinanceWire

Tecnover, the Italian manufacturer of professional spray-painting equipment, is celebrating more than four decades of innovation in spray-painting technology. Founded in 1984, the family-run company has grown from a small workshop near Milan into an international supplier of professional equipment, serving customers across construction, metalwork, woodworking, marine and industrial sectors.

From a Small Workshop to a Global Exporter

Tecnover was founded on October 2, 1984, by Francesco Ricotti and Lorenza Cera, who combined their experience in the paint trade with practical knowledge of spray-painting equipment sales and service. At its original headquarters in Sesto San Giovanni, near Milan, the company developed its first airless paint sprayer, establishing the foundation for its product portfolio.

Today, the business is led by the second generation, Stefano and Massimo Ricotti. Based in Muggiò, Italy, Tecnover operates its offices, warehouse, showroom and production facilities from a single location. Its equipment and accessories are distributed to professional customers in markets around the world.

The company continues to build on its Italian manufacturing heritage while developing solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of painting professionals.

Airless Technology at the Core

Airless painting technology forces paint through a precisely sized nozzle at high pressure without using compressed air to atomize the material. This process enables efficient paint application while helping reduce overspray when equipment is used correctly.

Tecnover markets its professional airless paint sprayers under the Testarossa name. The product range includes portable electric models, petrol-engine machines for job sites without convenient access to electricity, gravity-tank configurations and the Marine M12, designed for nautical applications.

The company also supplies essential accessories and replacement components, including hoses, nozzles, filters and spare parts, helping professionals maintain their equipment and support long-term operational performance.

Revolver Introduces a New Approach to Airless Spray Guns

Among Tecnover’s product developments is the Airless Revolver line of professional spray guns and accessories. Its 90-degree magnetic rotation mechanism allows operators to change the spray fan orientation with a single finger, without tools or the need to interrupt their work.

The Revolver range is available in European and American thread configurations. Tecnover also offers the Fan Revolver accessory, which brings the rotating spray-pattern feature to compatible existing spray guns.

These solutions are designed to improve convenience and adaptability during professional painting operations.

Beyond Airless: HVLP and Continuous-Air Systems

In addition to airless equipment, Tecnover offers HVLP (high volume, low pressure) turbine systems for controlled finishing applications. Its product portfolio includes the three-stage Airbass Turbo 800 and the two-stage Turboshort 1000.

The company also manufactures the Short 110 series for continuous-air spray painting, offering an alternative approach to conventional cup-gun systems.

Together, these technologies address a wide range of professional requirements, from construction and metalworking to woodworking, marine projects and industrial finishing.

Made in Italy, Available Worldwide

Tecnover designs and manufactures its machines in Italy, with equipment undergoing testing before shipment. The company provides customer support by telephone on weekdays and through WhatsApp, allowing customers to contact its team for product-related assistance.

Visitors can also explore the company’s Muggiò showroom through an online 3D tour. In addition to its own online store, which offers free shipping throughout Italy, Tecnover products are available through several marketplaces and trade platforms, including Amazon, ArchiExpo, DirectIndustry, Edillo, eBay, Fareke, Alibaba and Subito.

By combining Italian manufacturing, product development and international distribution, Tecnover continues to serve professionals seeking equipment and accessories for a variety of spray-painting applications.

About Tecnover

Tecnover s.n.c. di Ricotti e Cera is an Italian manufacturer of professional spray-painting equipment founded in 1984 and headquartered in Muggiò, Monza and Brianza, Italy. The company designs and produces airless paint sprayers, HVLP turbines and continuous-air systems, along with accessories and spare parts for professional applications in construction, metalwork, woodworking, marine and industrial sectors.

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