It’s something we’ve all wondered at some time. Who does that phone number belong to? Sometimes it might simply be because we missed a call and our curiosity was raised. Sometimes, though, there can be a more serious reason why you want to know who a phone number belongs to.
Sadly, bullying texts and “sexting” are becoming more and more common. Your child could be receiving such texts and not know how to handle them or what to do about them. Many youngsters will be too embarrassed to tell their parents or teachers what is happening. They might even have been threatened by the bully or sexter who will have convinced them that they mustn’t tell anyone what is happening.
You might have noticed that your child has become unusually quiet or secretive, or has stopped using his/her phone when you are in the room. Once you have become worried you will want to find out what is going on. If you can get your child’s phone, maybe when they are in the shower, you can look to see if they have been receiving multiple texts or phone calls from a specific number. Even if a name is entered in the phone for that person, it might not be helpful – Harry76 won’t mean a lot to you.
This is where a reverse cell phone lookup site can be really helpful – allowing you to enter the number and find out who owns it, along with other information such as their address, age and any convictions. This could be especially useful if it turns out that your child is being stalked by an older person.
Where can you find a reverse phone lookup site? There are many reputable services available – most offer a preview so that you can see if the number is in their database and most have staff to help you if your search proves a bit more difficult.
Here are a selection of services you would try – the cost is usually around $14.95 or a single lookup, or $39.95 for the unlimited, annual option.
1. For a personalized service by a Private Investigator
If you have a serious problem and need your search to be undertaken by a private investigator, then use Cell Phone Magic – a personalized service provided by a PI. There is no charge if the search is unsuccessful.
2. Self-service internet lookup
There are several reverse search websites – which obtain their information by purchasing and collating legally available databases. If you just want to do a single search, most charge $14.95 but give you a preview so that you can see if the number has been traced before you pay. Most also offer an annual, unlimited option. Here are a few:
 Phone Number Scan |
 Reverse Phone Check |
| USA Phone Lookup |
