Public records

What Is a Public Records Search?

A public records search looks through information that is already public — or lawfully licensed — to assemble a picture of an identity. Responsible public records search means source transparency, confidence scoring, privacy controls, and clear limits on use.

What it's good for

  • Learn what public records search can and cannot do
  • Understand source categories and confidence

Limitations

  • Public records vary by jurisdiction and can be outdated.
  • It is not a background check or consumer report.

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Not for eligibility decisions. PersonFu is an informational public-record and open-source intelligence tool — not a consumer reporting agency. Reports may not be used for employment, tenant screening, credit, insurance, lending, government benefits, or any other FCRA-regulated decision. What this means.