Some users are confused about whether a phone number “is real¹” and safe to call back. However, calling back is not a safe way to deal with unknown phone calls. Don’t panic, this post will show other ways to help you check if a phone number is real.

How to check if a phone number is real

The question ‘How to check if a phone number is real’ is currently trending. I understand that some people are concerned about potential scam calls⁴. However, there are methods available to address this issue. Here’s how:

1. Google® the phone number

Google should be your first stop when you check if the phone number is real. As one of the biggest search engines, people can find fake phone numbers on Google and there’s a chance you can find the truth with a simple search. It’s also the easiest way to check if a phone number is real for free.

2. Use a phone validator

Phone number validation is as fast as calling the phone number. It may cost you a little, but it would check public and proprietary databases to get the most current and accurate information about a phone number. What’s more, you can check phone numbers in bulk with a phone number validator if you’re running a business and want to check your customer’s contact list.

All you have to do is find a reliable phone validator and then follow the instructions to finish the process. You’ll get the result easily.

3. Use reverse phone lookup services

Wondering who is behind the number calling you? To find out the unknown caller, Intelius® would be the first option to choose when tracing a phone number. It’s a people search portal to find out the owner of a phone number. It searches records from available public sources, all searches are private and its site is encrypted for security. You can search to find the information you need quickly and safely.

Note that a fake phone number cannot be traced. It isn’t assigned to anyone. So when the reverse phone search doesn’t return any results, that could be a sign that you’re searching for a fake phone number.

1) Go to the Intelius Official Website.

2) Choose the search type: name, phone number, and address, then enter the information and click Search.

3) Within seconds, Intelius will search to find available public record info associated with the search subject. To discover additional information about the owner of a phone number, such as birth record info, click “background report” when available on the sidebar of the phone report.
To access the report, you will need to purchase a membership plan that best fits your needs.

Check the owner’s name by SocialCatfish

If the phone owner’s name is common, it could be difficult to remember who the owner is. Having an image of the phone owner could certainly help identify them. Social Catfish is a reverse phone number lookup service that also provides a unique powerful photo search. You can find the phone number owner’s name as well as their photos. In addition, it also has a VOIP number warning function.

1) Go to Social Catfish.

2) Enter a phone number and click Search.

3) It might take a few minutes for Social Catfish to search the database. Once done, unlock the profile and get the information you need.

Conclusion

In conclusion, verifying the authenticity of a phone number is crucial in today’s digital age where scams and fraudulent activities are prevalent. By utilizing the methods discussed in this article and staying informed about the latest scams, we can better protect our privacy, financial well-being, and overall peace of mind in the digital realm.

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