Is BeenVerified Legit? Reports and FCRA Limits

BeenVerified is a real background-report service sold by subscription, with FCRA limits on use. What its reports include and what to check first.

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The short answer

BeenVerified is a legitimate background-report service. Report subscriptions are sold as in-app purchases on its App Store listing, which also states it is not a consumer reporting agency as defined by the FCRA. That means results can't be used for credit, employment, or tenant screening.

BeenVerified's App Store listing states it is not a consumer reporting agency as defined by the FCRA, and sells report subscriptions as in-app purchases. (Apple App Store listing)

What checks out

Subscriptions sold transparently through the App Store
Explicit FCRA disclaimer on its listing
Bundles phone, email, property, and VIN lookups in one service

Worth knowing before you use it

Subscription required, with US-focused data
Far more than needed to verify one number

The verdict

BeenVerified is legit for paid, US-focused due diligence within its stated FCRA limits. For a quick number check it's the long way around.

Common questions

Can BeenVerified be used for employment screening?

No. Its listing states it is not a consumer reporting agency as defined by the FCRA and points users to its permitted-use policy.

How does BeenVerified charge?

Report subscriptions are sold as in-app purchases on its App Store listing.

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