Buy Secondhand with Confidence
Protect yourself when buying used phones, cars, electronics, and more. Free verification against 100+ stolen item databases before you hand over cash.
What Can You Verify?
Before buying anything secondhand, check it against our databases of reported stolen items.
Buying Used Phones
Verify IMEI before buying from Facebook Marketplace, OfferUp, Craigslist, or local sellers
Learn more →Buying Used Cars
Check VIN against stolen vehicle databases before purchasing any vehicle
Learn more →Buying Electronics
Verify laptops, gaming consoles, cameras aren't stolen before buying
Learn more →Buying Bikes & E-Bikes
Check serial numbers against bicycle theft registries
Learn more →Risks of Buying Stolen Items
Even if you buy in good faith, purchasing stolen property has serious consequences:
The item gets confiscated by police — you lose it and your money
You could face criminal charges for possession of stolen property
The original owner can remotely lock phones and laptops
Carriers will blacklist stolen phones making them unusable
You have zero legal recourse to get your money back
Insurance won't cover stolen property claims
How SafeOrStolen Protects You
Get the Identifier
Ask the seller for the IMEI number (phones), VIN (vehicles), or serial number (electronics) before meeting. If they refuse, that's a red flag.
Run the Verification
Enter the number in SafeOrStolen's free verification tool. We check against FBI NCIC, GSMA, carrier blacklists, NICB, and 100+ law enforcement databases.
Make an Informed Decision
If the status is CLEAN, proceed with confidence. If there are any red flags, walk away from the deal.
Benefits for Consumers
Protect Your Money
Average loss from buying stolen property: $500–$5,000. Verification costs: $0 (2 free checks).
Stay Legal
Avoid potential criminal charges for possession of stolen property under state and federal law.
Peace of Mind
Buy with confidence knowing the item is legitimate and clean. 3-second results from 100+ databases.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Buy Safely?
Don't take chances with your hard-earned money. Verify any item in 3 seconds.