Online dating and social networking in the Philippines can be a rewarding experience—but it also opens the door to fraud, fake identities, and romance scams. If you suspect you’re being deceived, or you simply want to verify that someone is who they say they are, this detailed guide is for you.
This article provides an expanded list of public and online tools to investigate someone in the Philippines, all legally accessible and organized for easy use.
🇵🇭 Official Government Databases & Public Records
These platforms help verify someone’s civil status, identity, and government-related records.
1. PSA Serbilis (Philippine Statistics Authority)
Use this site to request official documents such as:
- Birth certificates
- Marriage certificates
- Death certificates
Helpful when someone claims to have children or a deceased spouse.
2. COMELEC Precinct Finder
Check if a person is a registered voter. You’ll need:
- Full name
- Date of birth
- Province and city/municipality
Great for confirming name, age, and residence.
3. DFA Passport Appointment System
If someone claims to have a passport or to be traveling abroad, check the appointment process and system for verification cues.
4. NBI Clearance Online
The NBI database helps confirm whether someone has a criminal record. You can verify reference numbers and documents.
5. PhilHealth Member Portal
Use this for validating PhilHealth membership or checking if a PhilHealth ID is legitimate.
6. Pag-IBIG Fund Online Services
If the person claims they work or have a housing loan, you can cross-reference with this system to verify Pag-IBIG membership.
🤖 AI & Smart Search Tools
These platforms can uncover hidden accounts, connect digital identities, and trace social media footprints.
7. AI Person Finder – HyperwriteAI
A tool that searches a person’s name, aliases, email, or phone to reveal linked online identities.
8. Social Media Account Finder – HyperwriteAI
Use this to search for hidden or alternative social profiles connected to someone’s identity.
9. Google Advanced Search
Use the advanced search filters to narrow results. Example:
- Search “Name” + site:facebook.com
- Search within .ph domains (e.g., site:.ph)
Perfect for finding obscure mentions or duplicate accounts.
10. DeepSearch App (Jetkite)
A mobile app that aggregates digital footprints and publicly available data to find social profiles, email associations, and online mentions. Especially useful when investigating aliases or unverified online identities.
🖼️ Reverse Image & Face Search Tools
These tools are critical if you suspect someone is using a fake or stolen photo.
11. TinEye
Upload an image and check where else it appears online. Great for verifying originality.
12. Google Lens
Scan any image—faces, locations, tattoos—and find visually similar results across the web.
13. DupliChecker Face Search
A free reverse face search that tracks duplicates and online usage.
14. Yandex Reverse Image Search
Yandex often yields stronger face-match results than Google, especially for Southeast Asian faces.
📱 Social Media Search & Tracing
Most scammers in the Philippines operate on Facebook or Messenger. These tools help trace their presence.
15. Facebook People Search
Search by full name, nickname, or even location. Filter results by region or mutual friends.
16. Instagram
Look up usernames or emails. Many scammers reuse usernames across platforms.
17. TikTok
Search by name, screen name, or location. Alternatively, use:
site:tiktok.com "username or real name"
inside Google to trace activity.
18. Messenger Contact Lookup
Paste the person’s phone number or email into Facebook Messenger search. If it’s linked to an account, their profile will show.
📍 Community-Level & Local Verification
For advanced verification, especially in rural areas, these extra steps may help.
19. Scammer Watch Philippines – Facebook Groups
Search and join groups such as:
- Online Seller Scammer Watch PH
- Romance Scammer Philippines
- Pinay Scammers Exposed
- Filipina Dating Scams
Often includes:
- Screenshots
- Real-time reports
- Warnings from other victims
20. Barangay or Municipal Hall
If you know the person’s hometown, you can try contacting the Barangay Captain or City Hall. Many maintain basic residency and ID records.
21. Philippine Job Verification Platforms
Check for employer claims, job listings, and public resumes.
✅ Best Practices for Online Investigations
- Screenshot Everything – Many scammers delete accounts or change names quickly.
- Check for Aliases – Filipinos often use multiple name spellings or nicknames.
- Use Reverse Image Search on All Profile Pictures
- Search Comments and Tagged Posts – You may uncover family, friends, or other hidden accounts.
Final Thoughts
Online dating in the Philippines is common—but so is romance fraud. Whether you’re forming a serious relationship or just vetting someone you met online, using these tools will help you stay informed and protected.
These resources are all legal and publicly accessible. Always use them ethically and avoid harassment or doxxing. The goal is truth, safety, and peace of mind.
Stay smart. Stay alert. And always verify before you trust.
Written by: Ryan “Dickie” Thompson
Website: DatingScams.online
Category: Investigations / Online Safety / Philippines
