Free Reverse Phone Lookups

<h1>Free Reverse Phone Lookups - Do They Exist</h1>Author: <a title="Arthor Pens" href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/arthor-pens/61022.htm">Arthor Pens</a> By far one of the most frequent questions we get asked is if there is a free reverse phone lookup available on the internet. If you do a search, you'll find many websites claiming that they provide a reverse phone lookup for free. However, if you look closer, you'll discover that NONE are actually free. These "free" websites allow you to lookup the issuing location (city and state) and carrier of the cell phone number you choose, but provide absolutely no other information about the owner. So essentially you are getting free information that is completely useless... but why? Why aren't there any free reverse phone lookups available? It all comes down to how the information is classified. Your home phone, for instance, is in the public domain and can be found in the local phone book. Sometimes you actually have to pay a fee in order to get it removed from the public eye. Cell phone numbers on the other hand are generally considered more private because you pay for each phone call you receive (including from telemarketers, which makes it illegal for them to call you without your permission). This is why cell phone information is much more difficult to get a hold of. There was a plan at one time for all of the major carriers to get together and create a free reverse phone directory, but privacy concerns regarding telemarketers (as we mentioned before) stopped the project in its tracks. So how exactly does a reverse phone lookup work then? Quite simply, with A LOT of effort and work. All of the data has to be manually put together from millions upon millions of different records and databases. This is why it is considered a service that no company can realistically offer for free. This is also why there is so much inconsistency in quality of reverse phone lookups online, as the accuracy and amount of data they have is directly connected to how much effort they put in... so many services vary greatly in what exactly they provide.About the Author: With so many choices online and it can be hard to make a confident decision. That's why here at the <a href="http://www.reversephonecenter.com">Reverse Phone</a> Center, we've tested over 17 of the most popular <a href="http://www.reversephonecenter.com">reverse phone lookup</a> sites on the internet, and found the absolute best in regards to accuracy and the amount of data available. Click one of the links above to view our reviews.Article Source: <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/">ArticlesBase.com</a> - <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/communication-articles/free-reverse-phone-lookups-do-they-exist-613247.html" title="Free Reverse Phone Lookups - Do They Exist">Free Reverse Phone Lookups - Do They Exist</a>

By far one of the most frequent questions we get asked is if there is a free reverse phone lookup available on the internet. If you do a search, you'll find many websites claiming that they provide a reverse phone lookup for free. However, if you look closer, you'll discover that NONE are actually free.

These "free" websites allow you to lookup the issuing location (city and state) and carrier of the cell phone number you choose, but provide absolutely no other information about the owner. So essentially you are getting free information that is completely useless... but why? Why aren't there any free reverse phone lookups available? It all comes down to how the information is classified. Your home phone, for instance, is in the public domain and can be found in the local phone book.

Sometimes you actually have to pay a fee in order to get it removed from the public eye. Cell phone numbers on the other hand are generally considered more private because you pay for each phone call you receive (including from telemarketers, which makes it illegal for them to call you without your permission). This is why cell phone information is much more difficult to get a hold of.

There was a plan at one time for all of the major carriers to get together and create a free reverse phone directory, but privacy concerns regarding telemarketers (as we mentioned before) stopped the project in its tracks. So how exactly does a reverse phone lookup work then? Quite simply, with A LOT of effort and work.

All of the data has to be manually put together from millions upon millions of different records and databases. This is why it is considered a service that no company can realistically offer for free. This is also why there is so much inconsistency in quality of reverse phone lookups online, as the accuracy and amount of data they have is directly connected to how much effort they put in... so many services vary greatly in what exactly they provide.

With so many choices online and it can be hard to make a confident decision. That's why here at the Reverse Phone Center, we've tested over 17 of the most popular reverse phone lookup sites on the internet, and found the absolute best in regards to accuracy and the amount of data available. Click one of the links above to view our reviews.

Rate this Article:

0 / 5 stars - 0 vote(s)

Re-Publish

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/communication-articles/free-reverse-phone-lookups-do-they-exist-613247.html

Article Tags: Free Reverse Phone Lookups

Related Videos
Related Articles
Ask / Related Q&A

Play

Small Business Advice - How to Choose the Right Mobile Phone

Play

Hands Free Cell Phone Safety

Play

How to Reverse Phone Search - For Free?

Play

How to Get Free Directory Assistance

Play

How to Make Free Inbound Calls

Latest Communication Articles
More from Arthor Pens

Cell phone Health Risks- What are the risks?

By: Rob Lantz | 24/12/2009
What are the health risks involved with using a cell phone is a popular question that has been on a lot of peoples minds. It has become quite the debate since a large amount of people have said that the cancer that has developed has been caused from the cell phone that they are using.

Internet Fax services and your small business

By: Cyril Bird | 24/12/2009
Internet fax is very easy to perform as all you have to do is to just attach a TIF, PDF, or Word Doc file to an email and press ‘send’. There are no paper jams or long waiting for receipt of confirmation.

The Future Of Smart Mobile Phones

By: CD Mohatta | 24/12/2009
The technology of mobile phones is advancing very fast. These days, everyone is flaunting smart phones like Blackberry, Iphone, Android, etc. Already, phones are much more complex than they were till a few years ago. The Iphone and Blackberry have changed everything. The Iphone has converted the phone into a music player and a lot more with its mind-blowing selection of over hundred thousand applications. Meanwhile the Blackberry has taken email to a new level.

Best Blackberry deals: great brand with great deals

By: Torie Wilson | 24/12/2009
Best Blackberry deal is the vital option to grab these high-tech brand devices in your budget-price value without any hassle. These deals are especially designed to aim those who are unable to purchase thee expensive handsets.

Choosing Batteries That Compliment Technology

By: Rainco | 24/12/2009
Where would we be without batteries? As we rely more and more heavily on technology which is increasingly of a mobile nature, we need more and more batteries. But it’s not just the number of batteries, but the type and quality.

Who Keeps Calling My Cell Phone? Learn How to Legally Trace Any Phone Number Within Seconds

By: Ernie Gentile | 24/12/2009
Are you getting strange calls from numbers you don't recognize? If you are anything like me, you probably find it really disconcerting, and even a bit disconcerting to be getting telephone calls, especially on your cell from numbers you don't know. I have a habit of assuming the worst....

Find Out Who is Calling Me? The Best Underground Method to End Pesky Calls

By: Ernie Gentile | 24/12/2009
Who else is sick and tired of anonymous calls coming in to your home or cell phone? In these days of hard economic times.....are you behind on your bills and simply AFRAID to even answer your phone due to all of the unlisted, private or "blocked" digits that show up on your caller ID? If you are anything like I used to be, the NOT knowing whether a call is coming from a legitimate source, an old friend or even someone I'd really LIKE to hear from would drive me nuts!

Cell phone health risks- can it cause cancer?

By: Rob Lantz | 23/12/2009
Cell phone health has become a big debate in the recent awakenings of more and more people blaming their health on the usage of their cell phones. It has become such a hot debate, that most countries are passing laws that will make the cell phone providers to mandate that they warn people of the risk of brain cancer, due to the alleged radiation that is submitted through the cell phone.

Thinking of How to Treat your Dog this Christmas…?

By: Arthor Pens | 17/12/2009 | Pets
Dogs don't ask for much, do they? - Food, water, some love, and comfortable place to rest. Any dog will be happy with that. Well, you can fulfill two of those Christmas wishes for your dog by buying Mammoth Pet Beds.

Mammoth Pet Beds - Soft Beds Made of Tough Stuff

By: Arthor Pens | 17/12/2009 | Pets
Anyone who has seen a dog preparing to lie down and sleep knows that they can be pretty tough on their beds. Add to that the fact that for dogs, just like us, beds are places not only to sleep but to relax, play, lounge and roughhouse, you will realize that a pet bed has to withstand some pretty rough handling.

Mammoth Pet Beds Offer a Peaceful Haven for Pooches

By: Arthor Pens | 17/12/2009 | Pets
Dogs are naturally territorial animals. That is why it's so important to give them pet beds that not only belong to them but which have been tailored to their needs. Mammoth Pet Beds will fulfill any needs that your dog has, no matter how specialized.

Thermal Imaging Scope - FLIR Thermalvision

By: Arthor Pens | 11/12/2009 | Electronics
A thermal imaging scope has a wide range of uses and this technology is currently being utilized in areas such as fire fighting, power line maintenance, building construction, the military and even in some luxury cars.

The Pluses of Mammoth Products

By: Arthor Pens | 10/12/2009 | Pets
These days, people love to do special things for their dogs, and this can be especially tough for large dogs. This is one thing that's great about Mammoth Outlet, it doesn't matter what the size of your dog is, and the company has beds for all sizes.

Mammoth Dog Beds are a Safe Bet

By: Arthor Pens | 10/12/2009 | Pets
There are plenty of stores that just sell dog beds; what is great about Mammoth is that the company has fantastic beds of all sizes, and some nice additional items to draw on. Lots of people hate the idea of their dog having to lie on the floor, but they also don't want them up on the furniture. Mammoth Outlet has a great dog couch that is perfect for that situation, and it is large enough to accommodate even the biggest dogs.

Mammoth Pet Beds Vetted - It's Official!

By: Arthor Pens | 10/12/2009 | Pets
Lots of companies pride themselves on getting endorsements, and Mammoth Outlet is no exception; they have a string of vets recommending their products. Also, while many people don't run a kennel or work as a breeder, it is nice that they offer deals to such groups.

Managing Change With Enterprise Resource Planning Software

By: Arthor Pens | 10/12/2009 | Management
Most ERP systems are designed to fulfill the majority of a business's needs - as captured at a single point in time. The inventory of business processes is typically impressive in its complexity and completeness, and the ERP system installed may be counted on to reliably trudge along its pre-determined path for years.