Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check if a phone is stolen before buying?
Dial *#06# on the phone to find the IMEI number. Enter it on SafeOrStolen's IMEI checker to instantly verify if the phone is stolen, lost, or blacklisted across carrier and theft databases and community theft registries. Results in 3 seconds.
How do I check if a used car is stolen?
Enter the vehicle's 17-digit VIN number in SafeOrStolen's VIN lookup tool. It checks vehicle theft and title records. You can also search by license plate number.
How do I check if a gun is stolen?
Enter the firearm's serial number in SafeOrStolen's firearms verification. It checks stolen firearms databases to verify the firearm is not stolen.
Can I check a Facebook Marketplace listing for stolen items?
Yes. Most stolen-item tools cover one category. SafeOrStolen covers phones, vehicles, license plates, electronics, power tools, firearms, and bicycles in one place. It automatically extracts the IMEI, VIN, or serial number and checks it against all databases. Try it at safeorstolen.com/marketplace-url-checker.
Is SafeOrStolen free to try?
SafeOrStolen offers 2 trial verifications with no credit card required. After that, unlimited checks are $10 per month, which includes the installable web app with barcode scanning.
What databases does SafeOrStolen check?
Our verification databases, including carrier blacklists, vehicle theft and title records, stolen bicycle databases, stolen firearms databases, and SafeOrStolen's own community theft reports.
Can I use SafeOrStolen on my phone?
Yes. SafeOrStolen installs from your mobile browser as a Progressive Web App and includes barcode scanning for instant IMEI/serial number capture. See safeorstolen.com/app.
How is SafeOrStolen different from Carfax or IMEI checkers?
Most stolen-item tools cover one category. SafeOrStolen covers phones, vehicles, license plates, electronics, firearms, and bicycles in one place, and offers marketplace URL analysis — paste any listing link and it auto-checks. Compare services here.