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    • Can I generate a unique API key so I don't have to share my account password?

      Yes you can! In September of 2024 Searchbug rolled out a new feature: Generate API Key. Simply navigate to "Your Account" page (screenshot below) and click the "Generate" button. This will generate a unique API key that you can use in the PASS ...
    • Friendly Reminder: 5 Subtle Signs That You Are Dating a Married Guy

      Finding out if someone is married can be challenging but important for your own well-being. If you're suspicious about the status of your date or boyfriend, aside from asking him directly if he’s single, you can take additional steps that will reveal ...
    • New People Search API

      In June 2024, we combined our Advanced Person Search and Enhanced People Search APIs into a single, more powerful tool: the People Search API. Previously, with Enhanced People Search API, you could search by and for SSN and view driver's license ...
    • Tutorial: DMV Searches

      DMV searches refer to the process of accessing information about a specific vehicle. This information typically includes details about vehicle registrations, owner's name, address, date of birth, vehicle types, and other related information (when ...
    • Tutorial: Skip Trace Search

      A skip trace is the process of using the information you have about somebody to locate their whereabouts when their location is unknown. Whether you're in the collections or financial services industry, or another industry professional who needs to ...
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    • What forms of payment are accepted?

      PayPal, Venmo, Google Pay, ACH, and all major credit cards are now accepted. NOTE: If you register your account using a credit card, a small test transaction between $0.01 and $0.99 will be sent to the card. You will then be asked to confirm the ...
    • If my first search is free, why are there charges on my credit card between $0.01 and $0.99?

      Searchbug utilizes the credit card as a form of identity verification. A randomized test transaction will be sent to your credit card between $0.01 - $0.99 cents during account registration. Next, you will be asked to check your online banking ...
    • How and where is my credit card information stored?

      None of Searchbug employees, including system engineers, have access to full credit card details. After you enter your credit card information, it is passed directly to our credit card processor over an encrypted secure connection and is permanently ...
    • How much does it cost to open an account?

      Searchbug is one of the few data providers that does not charge subscription fees, monthly fees, sign-up fees, membership fees, or any other recurring fees for that matter! You control all of the spending on your account. You only pay for the ...
    • What is the difference between the FTC DNC and Searchbug DNC?

      The federal DNC data provided by the FTC is no different than the data provided by Searchbug for federal DNC, it's the same data. Where it differs is as follows: 1) Searchbug DNC also includes State DNC check (FTC does not)+ 2) Searchbug DNC also ...