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Find a Person in the UK for Free

If you are looking to find a person in the UK for free there are several free online resources that may help you. We have put together our top ten free online resources that will help you find a person in the UK.

Finding a person in the UK can be a challenging task. Whether you looking to track someone for legal reasons or you are trying to reconnect with a long lost friend, find a relative or trace your family tree, these resources can help you in your search.

Of course, you do have to consider how reliable these online resources are, so if you want to speed up the process of finding someone we offer a fixed fee tracing service with speedy reliable results based on many data sources not available for free online. Our fee is just £45 and is on a ‘No Find, No Fee basis so if we are unable to find the person you are looking for there is no fee payable. 

We are proud of our 91% positive trace success rate. All searches are in accordance with GDPR and DPA regulations.

Top Ten Online Resources to find a person in the UK for Free

1. Electoral Roll

The Electoral Roll is one of the most comprehensive resources for finding a person for free in the UK.

It lists the names and addresses of registered voters. You can access the full electoral register at local council offices and libraries.

The full register is not available online but name and address information for those who consented to be on the public register can be searched at 192.com, which is a great resource to get you started 

A number of those registered voters consent to appearing on the public electoral register and a great online resource to start finding someone in the UK is 192.com.

2. Online Phone Directories

Online UK phone directories like Infobel and 192.com can be useful for finding a person’s phone number and address. These directories require at least a full name and, ideally, a location.

Basic searches to find a phone number are free on these sites but there may be charges to detailed information.

3. Social Media

Social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter and powerful tools for finding a person in the UK for free.

By searching a person’s name, you can often find their profile, which may include contact information, location and mutual friends who can help you get in touch.

Remember to use descriptive keywords related to their interests, employment or location to improve the search results.

4. Companies House

If the person you are looking to find is or was involved in a business in the UK, Companies House can be a useful resource.

It provides information about company directors and secretaries, including their addresses.

5. Public Records

Public records are a valuable resource to help you find a person. These records include birth, death and marriage certificates, which are accessible by the public.

The General Register Office (GRO) holds these records, and you can order copies if you know the details of the certificate you need.

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Let us help you. Why not use our speedy and accurate tracing service,  just provide the name and last known address of the person you need to find along with confirmation of why you need to trace them. 

Who can instruct us

We accept instructions from firms of Solicitors, businesses and from private individuals who are looking to find a debtor or individual in relation to legal proceedings.

Our Process

Once we are in receipt of your instruction we will undertake trace enquiries across all the datasets we have access to and will then provide our report within 5 working days.

6. Police and Missing Persons Services

If you are trying to find a person who is missing and you have serious concerns about their welfare, the Police may also be able to help you.

They have access to various databases and resources that are not available to the public.

Additionally organisations like Missing People offer support and resources for finding missing persons in the UK.

7. Genealogy Websites

Websites like Ancsetry.co.uk and Findmypast.co.uk offer free trials and limited free access to their databases.

These site can be particularly useful for tracking family history and finding relations.

While full access to genealogy websites usually requires a subscription, you can often find valuable information during the free trial period.

8. Probate Records

If you are searching for a person who may have passed away, probate records can provide valuable information. 

These records are public and can be accessed through the UK Government website. 

They include details about the deceased’s estate and beneficiaries, which can help you trace living relatives.

9. National Archives

The National Archive hold a wealth of information that can be useful for finding a person in the UK, especially for historical purposes.

This includes census records, military records and immigration records.

Many of this information is available online for free, although access to some records may require a visit to the archives.

10. Salvation Army Family Tracing Service

The Salvation Army offers a family tracing service to help people reconnect with lost family members.

This service is free and have a high success rate, particularly for finding relatives who have been out of touch for a long time.

Let us help you find a person in the UK

For just £45 we can help you find a person in the UK and if we are unable to find them then you do not have to pay.

With access to a number of databases and resources not publicly available we have a 91% success rate and all searches are undertaken in accordance with GDPR and DPA regulations.

We work with Solicitors, Businesses and with private individuals and if you want to get started all you have to do is complete the form below to get started.

Ready to get started

If you are ready to proceed and order your £45 ‘No Find, No Fee’ trace please complete the form below. If you have any questions before proceeding you can email us at [email protected]

Once we accept your instruction we will look to complete the trace enquiries and report back to you within 4 working days.