Skip Tracing Software to Locate
Outdated contact info is costing you time and money. We help you find the most current details—fast.
When someone skips town, stops responding, or changes numbers, you’re left with gaps in your records. Public databases and outdated files only get you so far.
That’s where skip tracing comes in—giving you access to accurate, verified, and up-to-date contact information so you can locate those who don’t wish to be found.
Watch the video or register for a FREE API test account — no credit card needed.
Watch the video or register for a FREE API test account — no credit card needed.
Why Use Skip Tracing Software?
Locating people isn’t always straightforward. A skip tracing tool helps you:
Searchbug’s Skip Tracing Solutions
At the core of our skip tracing software is our People Search API and People Trace API— these
are real-time, developer-friendly tools for finding and verifying contact information from trusted and verified sources.
People Search API
Searchbug’s People Search API helps you find verified contact information for people in the U.S. using a single data
point such as a name, phone number, email, or address.
- Returns current phone numbers, emails, and addresses
- Includes driver’s license and SSN details for users with the Restricted Access Add-On
- Provides a Person ID you can use to generate a Background Report with additional details like:
- Employment history
- Business associations
- Criminal records
- Personal liens and judgments
- Bankruptcy filings
- Evictions
- Licenses and more
- Best for identity verification, lead generation, CRM enrichment
- Ideal for businesses needing quick, verified results
People Trace API
Searchbug’s People Trace API is designed for hard-to-locate individuals and uses a broader network of data sources. It’s
particularly valuable for law enforcement, debt recovery, fraud detection, legal teams, and insurance investigations.
- Uses a wider range of data sources than the People Search API, which allows it to locate individuals who may have
changed names, moved frequently, or are otherwise difficult to track - Returns comprehensive data, including:
- Names and known aliases (AKAs)
- Death records
- Current and past addresses
- SSN and driver’s license information (Restricted Access Add-On required)
- Relatives and household details
- Requires the Restricted Access Add-On
- Higher per-query cost due to deeper and wider data coverage
Who Uses Searchbug for Skip Tracing
Debt Collection Agencies
Law Firms & Legal Teams
Repossession Companies
Private Investigators
Insurance Fraud Teams
Real Estate Professionals
If you need accurate, current contact information to move your case, deal, or
investigation forward—this tool is for you.
How to Skip Trace with Searchbug
Create a free API test account
Send a query with
your existing data
name, address,
email, or phone
Receive enriched
records with new or
verified contact points
Use the new data to
personalize outreach
and boost deliverability
Why Choose Searchbug
for Skip Tracing?
No contracts. No minimums.
Just accurate, actionable data —whenever you need it.
Feature Comparison Table
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is a skip trace search?
A skip trace search is the process of locating someone whose contact information is outdated or unknown by utilizing verified public, private, and proprietary data sources.
What is the difference between People Search API and People Trace API?
- The People Search API is designed for quick, verified contact lookups when you have accurate starting data like a
name, phone, or email. It’s ideal for identity verification, lead generation, CRM appending, and background
screening. With the Restricted Access Add-On, you can also access driver’s license and SSN details, and use the
Person ID to generate a full Background Report. - The People Trace API is best for hard-to-find individuals. It pulls from a larger set of data sources and provides
deeper insights, such as aliases, death records, and historical addresses. Because of its extended reach, it
requires the Restricted Access Add-On and typically has a higher cost per query.
Does Searchbug offer free skip tracing software?
We don’t offer free unlimited skip tracing, but you can register for a free API test account and run test queries with live data before making any purchases.
Is your skip tracing software for repossession companies as well?
Yes. Many repossession companies use our skip tracing tools to locate vehicles, equipment, and asset owners quickly and accurately.
Can skip tracing be integrated into my CRM or workflow?
Absolutely. Our developer-friendly REST API makes it easy to connect Searchbug with most software, CRMs,, and case management systems.
Do you provide information like SSNs or driver’s license numbers?
Yes, but only for approved users with the Restricted Access Add-on, which requires business verification and site survey.
Is skip tracing legal?
Yes, when used for legitimate purposes such as debt recovery, legal proceedings, investigations, or locating property owners. Always follow applicable laws like the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and TCPA.
Ready to Locate Anyone Faster?
Start skip tracing today with no contracts, no signup fees, and no credit card required.
