1 . What is TheftRecord?

It is a Web site for use by citizens to check if a vehicle or cell phone has been reported as stolen. It is especially valuable when an unfamiliar vehicle is parked in a neighborhood or business parking lot for an extended time. From the Web site, simply enter the Chassis number or Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and submit as directed. If the response states that the vehicle has been reported stolen, you will be provided with option to notify the owner of the Item. It is important that you call the police to handle the Item(Vehicle or cellphone) in question — do not take action on your own.

2 . What is the Chassis Number or Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)?

The chassis number or VIN is a unique number engraved on your main supporting frame of your vehicle's body. This number is also mentioned on the bill of purchase of your vehicle. This number can help track down your vehicle if its body has been changes, modified or had a color change. The most accurate way to check a stolen vehicle is with the chassis number or VIN. License plates can be easily switched.

3 . How can TheftRecord help recover my vehicle if it is stolen?

Visitors on the site checking for Theft Records can report any information they discover about your vehicle to you. While submitting lost/stolen record, you are provided with the option to 'Notify me by email in case the lost/stolen item is found.'. This option needs to be selected to help you recover your stolen Vehicle or Cell Phone.

4 . How do I register my stolen vehicle/Cell Phone with TheftRecord?

Registration is done online at www.theftrecord.com and takes just a few minutes. You need to report the theft to police first. Fill in the required details for recording a stolen cell phone, car or bike in the simple forms available on the TheftRecord website for registering stolen data in our database.

5 . Is my contact information confidential?

TheftRecord will never sell or share your personal information with anyone (hyperlink: "Privacy Policy") unless required to do so by court order.

6 . What if I need to contact someone at TheftRecord?

You can contact us by using our online Contact form.