How to Locate a Person by SSN

Search the Social Security Death Index for information regarding a deceased person. This is a free service that will allow you to find out information about a person by using their SSN. Simply log on to the SSDI website and input the necessary information in the search field and press the "Submit" button for results.

Log on on to an Internet social security number search website such as SearchBySSN.com, PublicPeopleFinder.com or USATrace.com. These websites often require you to create an personal account and pay a fee to locate a person using an SSN. Depending on how much information you require, it can be as little as two dollars or as much as $100. Search results are emailed or mailed to you to retain confidentiality. These Internet search databases are an effective means of locating a person with an SSN.

Hire a local professional personal investigator. This is usually the best and safest way to locate a person using an SSN. Personal investigators are reputable and effective. Since SSN search databases that contain information on living SSN card holders are not publicly available, you will need to pay a fee depending on how much information you need . If it's just an address, the fees will be relatively low, but if you require a background check or more, the fees can get quite expensive. To find a personal investigator for hire, conduct a search of those available in your city online.

Locate a person by conducting a Social Security Number Verification (SSNV) test. Simply log on or create an account and fill out all the necessary search parameter fields. You must be the employer of the person whom you're trying to locate. Abusing the SSNV has severe consequences and should not be misused. This is a very safe and effective means of acquiring information about a person using their SSN. However, if you're not the employer or business owner, this service will not be available to you. Thoroughly read through the guidelines for using this service before you initiate a SSNV.