How to Use a Reverse Cell Phone Directory

If you're getting prank calls or want to check up on who your kids are calling, you might be interested in using a reverse cell phone directory. For a fee, services allow the user to find personal information based upon a cell phone number. Here is how to use these directories.

Instructions

1. Access a reverse cell phone directory website such as Reverse Phone Detective. You can compare directories at websites such as Reverse-Cell-Phone-Numbers.

2. Type in the cell phone area code and number that you want to trace. This leads to a page which tells you if information is available in the directory you're using. If no information is available, run the number through a different directory.

3. Pay the required fee for the information that you want. Most sites require you to use a credit or debit card.

4. Download your report or print it out on your computer. Your report may include anything from the name of the person who is the current holder of the number to background information and personal records.

Tips & Warnings

• In general, a higher fee means that you'll get more information, but fees can vary widely and it's always a good idea to shop around.

• Make sure that the service you use can provide information for unlisted numbers.

Resources

• Trace a cell phone number using Reverse Phone Detective.
• Compare directories with Reverse-Cell-Phone-Numbers.