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BeenVerified's aim is to help people discover, understand and use public data in their everyday lives. BeenVerified works to provide people with access to public information that was formerly only available to big companies and people with deep pockets in a way that is easy, affordable, and fast. With subscription plans starting at less than $10/month, free apps for iPhones and Android devices, and subscription plans that offer access to multiple levels of reports, BeenVerified offers a variety of affordable ways to engage in background reports. At BeenVerified, we are always focused on customer service. Unlike many other websites, we have live customer support specialists available from 8am-10pm Monday through Friday and 10am-8pm on Saturday and Sunday. You can reach them via our toll-free number 1-888-579-5910. They are happy to help with questions about the process or with questions you have about your reports.


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BeenVerified Reviews Summary

BeenVerified has a rating of 2.4 stars from 309 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers dissatisfied with BeenVerified most frequently mention credit card, day trial and criminal records. BeenVerified ranks 7th among Background Check sites.

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Virginia
1 review
23 helpful votes
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Lots of false information
December 18, 2015

Looked up my Father who was diseased in 2010. Found him with a picture next to his name. It was not even his picture, but the information was correct. That really bothered me. Also, They had my mother"s name on their that might be an imposter. I've looked up even my name and found relatives that aren't even mine. They give information that they aren't even sure belong to that person. Then if you need additional info they want a charge. What a joke. Someone should get a lawsuit against them for putting false information. Why pay for something you are not getting!

Date of experience: December 15, 2015
California
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
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Happy Customer!
December 9, 2015

Using this service helped me find the information I needed, on more than one occasion. Completely happy with my experience. Reputable, reliable, and customer service was quick to reply to my question. Thank you!

Date of experience: December 6, 2015
Washington
1 review
1 helpful vote
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The Best
November 27, 2015

No only did I have an amazing experience with the website helping me find an old military friend but their service was the best. I had an issue with a payment and the problem was solved within an hour. No only is the website a hit but their customer service is top notch. I can't thank you guys enough for all your help. I recomend this website everyone especially prior military looking for lost friends. I will continue to recommend this website to friends and family.

Date of experience: November 24, 2015
Carla S. — BeenVerified Rep
over a year old

Hi Matthew,

Thanks so much! Glad we could help.

Best,
Carla

Florida
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Best Customer Service
November 19, 2015

I've used BeenVerified a couple of times over the past year or so. Both times I was extremely pleased with the results but most of all the customer service. Sometimes company's don't work with you on cancellations or refunds but both times I used BeenVerified I only wanted to use them once and not a subscription. I forgot to cancel that subscription but when I made contact to do so I had no problems at all. I will continue to use BeenVerified with further needs and would recommend anyone to use them as well.

Date of experience: November 16, 2015
California
1 review
18 helpful votes
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Virtually useless to me. Was looking for criminal records and could fine NONE. I looked at people I know who have them and still none to be found... even someone who did time in fed penn. I called company who claimed they would be posted if digitalized. Apparently this is rare. Also looked at someone in FL. Then randomly changed state and he popped up again! Sort of felt like scam

Date of experience: November 15, 2015
Carla S. — BeenVerified Rep
over a year old

Hi Sheila,

I attempted to send you a message earlier with some additional information regarding where our criminal data comes from, but I'm not sure if you received our message.

I'm very sorry to hear you were unable to find the information you were looking for. We do not currently have federal criminal records, due to the way in which the federal court system makes their data digitally available.

Please be assured that I have turned off automatic renewal of your account so you will not be billed again. You always have the option of reactivating again in the future.

Don't hesitate to contact BeenVerified Customer Care at 888-579-5910 or at [email protected] if you have any additional questions.

Kind regards,
BeenVerified Customer Care

Arkansas
1 review
3 helpful votes
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Looking for old lost Friend.
November 11, 2015

Been looking for an Elemetary School Friend, who was my neighbor, and moved, while I was on Vacation.

Date of experience: November 8, 2015
California
1 review
19 helpful votes
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I like the company's format and the customer service is very good, BUT the info was terrible and very seldom correct. Lots of mistake on info on both side.one wrong info And two alot of info missing.

Date of experience: November 2, 2015
Maine
1 review
2 helpful votes
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I sent a previous email acknowledging her work. I do not have a saved copy.
It is with your Support Team

Date of experience: October 20, 2015
Georgia
1 review
2 helpful votes
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Great Customer Service
October 17, 2015

I contacted your customer service this morning to resolve an issue I had with a charge to my account. I had the pleasure of speaking with your representative, Josie Lamothe. When Josie answered the phone I could immediately feel her pleasant energy. Her tone of voice made me feel as though I had her undivided attention and that she was available to assist me in the best way possible. Working in a field where I'm in contact with the public, in person and over the phone, I understand how important customer service is. I was extremely pleased with how she handled my call with grace. I could hear her smile through the phone and if I were to be an irate caller that smile I heard would have made me feel at ease. If I were to rate her level of Customer service from 0-10,10 being the best, Josie would receive a 10++. Please accept and extend my "Job done extremely well" to Josie, to you as a supervisor for guidance and training her, and to Been Verified as a company for choosing her. She is awesome.

Date of experience: October 14, 2015
California
3 reviews
23 helpful votes
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I really cannot say anything good about this company.
I signed up for BeenVerrified yesterday to check on the info related to myself and my husband. By the time I finished reading I was so angry! It listed my Mother as a close relative-5 years older than she actually is and my Father as a mere acquaintance-18 years younger than my Mother (when he is actually older by 7 years). It had a close relative as a person I have never known and who is not related to me in any way. It listed my son as a relative but his twin sister as an acquaintance. It said there was an alert for a bankruptcy but then the report said there was none-which was actually correct. When I ran my husband's report I am his only relative and both his parents were listed as acquaintances of his although they were listed as close relatives to me. One of the phone numbers listed for me was for Iowa-a state I have never lived in. Then, it listed my divorce as a crime... and it went on and on... How could soooo many things be wrong? The only things it got correct (gasp!) were my residence and my neighbors... What a rip-off! And at $22.95 OMG... There are much cheaper sites out there! I cancelled today!

Date of experience: October 13, 2015
Carla S. — BeenVerified Rep
over a year old

Hi Cheryl,

Please be assured that you were canceled and refunded, and emailed confirmation when we first received your comments. I'm very sorry to hear this was your experience.

If you have any additional questions or concerns please don't hesitate to contact us at 888-579-5910 or at [email protected].

Best,
BeenVerified Customer Care

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California
1 review
3 helpful votes
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For the last 20 years or so, I have been the "class detective" for my high school class reunions. I have subscribed to a half dozen people search sites over the years. In my opinion, Been Verified is by far the best!

I've just finished updating contact info for our 400 alumni (whew)!. With so many class members, this was no small feat. Thanks to the accurate information at Been Verified, our committee will now be able to let more alumni know about the upcoming reunion we are planning for next year.

I plan to update alumni data on a yearly basis and have no doubt that I will do so next time through the Been Verified site.

Our appreciation goes out to all the hard working people there at Been Verified. Our class offers them a heartfelt thanks!

Johnny B. - Del Mar Class of '71

Date of experience: October 3, 2015
Carla S. — BeenVerified Rep
over a year old

Great use case John! Thanks for the feedback. So glad to hear BeenVerified has been helpful for you and your classmates. We wish you many happy reunions!

Nebraska
1 review
5 helpful votes
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Quick Access to General Information
September 24, 2015

Found this service to be relatively accurate. Was great to have information right at my fingertips. Would use again if needed.

Date of experience: September 21, 2015
Carla S. — BeenVerified Rep
over a year old

Thank you Sue! We're here when you need us.

Arizona
3 reviews
11 helpful votes
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I have tried many sites that offer backround checks and I keep going back to Been Verified. Personally, I had a few issues when I first joined a few years ago with their site - but after I joined up again after trying the others, I am now a firm Been Verified fan and Highly Recommend them above all the rest. The issues I had have been fixed and they also now have more data for free that the other sites will charge you to add to your basic report. The accuracy is far better than that of the other sites as well. To top it off, their customer service is outstanding and friendly. They are quick to answer any questions and actually listen to feedback and act accordingly. Job well done BV!

Date of experience: September 19, 2015
Illinois
1 review
2 helpful votes
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Easy access and well-described variables to select in search procedures, rapid results provided and cheap at the price.

Date of experience: September 10, 2015
Carla S. — BeenVerified Rep
over a year old

Thank you so much for your feedback David - easy and affordable is exactly what we aim to provide with BeenVerified. We appreciate the comments!

New York
1 review
1 helpful vote
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I'm now trying to find the results of my 3 searches

Date of experience: September 6, 2015
Carla S. — BeenVerified Rep
over a year old

Hi Machelle,
That's great! Happy searching.

Best,
Carla

Florida
1 review
6 helpful votes
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Professional and Legitimate
September 8, 2015

Although I was not satisfied with some of the false information that appeared in my family's public information, I was treated with upmost respect by this company. It was billing time, and I wrote to request termination of my service. I immediately received a response from their Customer Care representative and a refund for the payment that had been made to renew my service. It was explained to me that their searches could only reveal what was reported to them through public records and Internet searches. I was amazed at the promptness and professionalism with which my account was handled. My only hope is that people realize that public records and information on the internet are not necessarily true, no matter which method is used to gather them. Kudos to this company for employing representatives like Carla, who contacted me on its behalf!

Date of experience: September 5, 2015
Florida
1 review
4 helpful votes
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Exceptional Integrity
September 6, 2015

The site delivers what it says it will. That is just basic integrity, right? What made this organization exceptional was the customer support. This morning, I requested to know what the process was to temporarily dis-enroll from the service.

This organization not only executed my request, without any extra steps on my part, they also refunded the last transaction immediately! My request was addressed and resolved before noon. Wow! If only every on-line service was this easy to work with.

So if you are curious about trying this service, do it. This site delivers with exceptional integrity.

Date of experience: September 3, 2015
Minnesota
1 review
16 helpful votes
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Use of site
September 3, 2015

Site is garbage. Its atleast 2 years off in information and doesn't show bankrups or criminal records I know are there. It shows some social media. I have social media and it wasn't on there.
Secondly, I paid to use the site and when I got back on it wouldn't process request and wanted me to pay again. I cancelled service with in an hour and lost the 22 bucks I paid.

Date of experience: August 31, 2015
Carla S. — BeenVerified Rep
over a year old

Hi Leanne,

I'm sorry to hear this was your experience on the site. If you were being asked to pay again, it sounds like you weren't logged in when you tried your search. Please be assured that your account was canceled and your subscription purchase was refunded in full on 9/1/2015. You should have received email confirmation of the cancellation and the refund.

BeenVerified is an easy-to-access collection of public record information. Public records are collected through official government records such as mortgage deeds and court records, and through sources such as magazine subscriptions, warranty cards and utility bills.

As you just experienced, sometimes the information they collect is not always 100% correct. However, we can only work with the information provided to us within public data. Because we do not create the information, we cannot edit the information. Corrections occur through ongoing, systematic database updates. We continuously strive to update and expand our databases in order to provide you with the most current and accurate information we possibly can.

Please feel free to contact BeenVerified's customer care at [email protected] if you have any additional questions or concerns.

Kind regards,
BeenVerified Customer Care

Washington
1 review
2 helpful votes
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BeenVerified
August 31, 2015

It was a wonderful experience and it worked really well there may be little improvements but the whole program as a whole was really great and professional and easy to use.

Date of experience: August 28, 2015
Carla S. — BeenVerified Rep
over a year old

Thank you so much Angela! We appreciate the feedback. Please don't hesitate to email us at [email protected] to let us know what improvements you'd like to see.

New Jersey
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Thank You
August 29, 2015

This site helped me a lot in my current court case. I was able to locate people, and verify former addresses as well. Thanks for your service.

Date of experience: August 26, 2015
Carla S. — BeenVerified Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your feedback Karin! Glad to hear the service has been helpful for you.