What is Instant Checkmate and how does it work?

Instant Checkmate is a public records search service that aggregates data from federal, state, and local sources to provide detailed reports on individuals within the United States. This online platform works by allowing users to enter the name, and possibly other identifying information, of a person they want to look up. Instant Checkmate then scans various databases, including criminal records, sex offender registries, public social media profiles, court records, and other publicly available documents to compile a comprehensive report about the individual in question. The report may contain personal information such as address history, phone numbers, email addresses, employment history, and more. Users typically subscribe to the service for access to these reports, which can be used for various purposes like background checks or locating long-lost friends or family members. It's important for users to comply with Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) regulations and not use Instant Checkmate for pre-employment screening or tenant screening without proper authorization and purpose.