The reverse phone lookup will help you identify the Caller ID on your phone in case you do not recognize the number. Not only will you be able to identify the person’s name but also the address. Working with landline numbers is easier and cheaper. However, you can also identify cell phone numbers. When there was no internet, phone companies used to publish reverse phone directories by specific town and area to the libraries, police and other avenues. These paper directories listed the residences and businesses and did not include the unlisted, fax and mobile phone numbers. However, nowadays with the internet being fast and convenient you can use the lookup as search engine function.

One way that the reverse phone lookup works is by using Google the mostly used search engine or other reliable search engines. As a user, you need to type the phone number in the search field separated by hyphens and press enter to see the results. The Google Phonebook results will display the name and stress address of the phone number owner. In addition, it will show a map link showing the precise location of the person below the results you will also get other related searches of the phone number. The searches can lead you to more details including the person’s or company’s website.

Another way is by using the search engines and search for “reverse phone lookup” and listings for sites that provide this service will emerge. Then log on to the site and type in the phone number. Just like the other search engines you will see the name, street address and the link to a map showing the location of the person. On the site you will also find the “advanced search” and “for more information” function. These functions are not free and give details including the unlisted and mobile phone numbers as well as personal info for the person. These services are paid for a single search or you can subscribe for one year subscription for unlimited phone number lookups.