How does Intelius obtain its information?

Intelius amasses its information through various public records and commercially available sources. This includes federal, state, and local government records such as property ownership, court documents, and licensing information. They also extract data from telephone directories, social networks, marketing surveys, business profiles, and other publically accessible resources. Utilizing proprietary algorithms, Intelius aggregates and cross-references these vast datasets to compile detailed reports on individuals or businesses that can include contact information, background checks, criminal records, and more. As these sources are publicly accessible or can be commercially purchased, the information compiled by Intelius typically represents what is already available in different formats across various databases and records.