Last updated: March 23, 2026
Please read these Terms of Use ("Terms") carefully before using Top4BackgroundChecks.com (the "Site") operated by Funnel Max Media ("we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use this Site.
Top4BackgroundChecks.com is an independently operated review and comparison website. We evaluate and rank third-party background check and public records services based on our own expert opinions, testing, and editorial judgment. We are not affiliated with any government agency and do not provide background check services directly.
The owner of this Site is an employee of The Control Group Media Company, LLC, which provides management services to Instant Checkmate, TruthFinder, and Intelius — services that are reviewed and ranked on this Site. This relationship is fully disclosed in our Advertiser Disclosure.
We receive referral fees from the companies reviewed on this Site when users click through to those services. This compensation may influence the ranking and ordering of services listed on the Site, but does not influence the content of our reviews. Our editorial opinions are our own.
The background check services reviewed on this Site are not consumer reporting agencies as defined by the Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 U.S.C. § 1681 et seq. ("FCRA"). The reports provided by those services are not consumer reports under the FCRA.
You may not use this Site or any service linked from this Site to make decisions about:
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You may use this Site solely for lawful, personal, non-commercial purposes. Permitted uses include researching information about yourself, reconnecting with people you know, and general background research for personal purposes. You agree not to use the Site or any information obtained through it to stalk, harass, or harm any individual.
The reviews, ratings, scores, and pricing information published on this Site reflect our opinions at the time of publication and are subject to change. Pricing for third-party services changes frequently — always confirm current pricing directly with the service provider before subscribing. We make no warranty that any information on this Site is accurate, complete, or current.
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