Texas Reverse Phone Lookup

Reverse Phone Lookup

ThisNumber has over 28 million name and address records for about 23 million phone numbers, making it one of the best reverse phone lookup services for Texas residents. Stop wondering who called you and start using this free lookup tool to identify the unknown callers, verify Texas businesses, or research potential scam calls.

Identify Phone Number Location Using Texas Area Codes

To identify the location of an Texas phone number, you need to understand the North American Numbering Plan (NANP) structure that all Alabama numbers follow: +1 NPA NXX XXXX.

• +1 - Country code indicating the United States
• NPA - The area code reveals the geographic region where the number was originally assigned
• NXX - Central office code that locates the specific neighborhood and identifies the service provider
• XXXX - Subscriber number identifies the individual phone line within that local exchange

The area code (NPA) is your key to determining location. By matching the three-digit area code to Texas's regional assignments, you can identify which part of the state the phone number originates from. Each area code corresponds to specific cities and counties throughout Texas, making it possible to narrow down the caller's general location.

Here's a complete list of Texas area codes with major cities:

For latest Texas phone numbering regulations, contact Patricia Garcia at the Texas PUC via [email protected] or 512-936-7222.

Texas Phone Numbers

Texas has approximately 39.9 million active phone numbers. Cell phones are the dominant type with about 34.2 million users, while traditional landlines are in decline with approximately 989,000 connections statewide. Internet phone services account for around 4.7 million numbers.

The high number of cell phone users in Texas indicates that most searches will lead to mobile devices. The decrease in landlines suggests that tracing numbers may be more challenging as older, publicly available information becomes less relevant.

Texas Voice Subscriptions (in thousands):

Source: FCC Voice Telephone Services Report

Top 5 US Cell Phone Companies

Most phone numbers are cell phones, and most cell phone numbers come from the top three United States wireless companies. Here are the top five US Cell Phone Companies in Q1 2025:

• Verizon - 146 million customers
• T-Mobile US - 131 million customers
• AT&T Mobility - 118 million customers
• Boost Mobile - 7 million customers
• U.S. Cellular - 4.4 million customers

Robocalls and Unwanted Calls in Texas

Texas residents experienced a decrease in unwanted calls in 2024, with complaints totaling 170,483. National Do Not Call Registry Data Book.

Key Facts for Texas Residents:

• Complaints: 170,483 (#23 nationally, per 100K population).
• Active Registrations: 17,621,450 (#48 nationally, per 100K population).
• Top Complaint Topics: Medical & prescriptions (17,061), Imposters (13,964), Reducing debt (11,621).
• Complaints by Call Type: Robocall (91,857), Live Caller (62,262), Call Type Not Reported (16,364).
• Complaints decreased to 170,483 in 2024 from 436,602 in 2021.

Texas Do No Call Registry

Texas residents and businesses can stop most unwanted telemarketing calls by registering with the state's "No Call Lists" through the Public Utility Commission-sponsored system at www.texasnocall.com. Texas offers two separate lists: the Statewide "Do Not Call" List for residential and wireless numbers, and the "Electric No Call" List specifically for business numbers targeting electric provider solicitations.

Registration is free and easy through the online portal available 24/7. The timing of when calls stop depends on your registration date - if you register between January-March, calls must stop by June 1st; April-June registration stops calls by September 1st; July-September stops calls by December 1st; and October-December registration stops calls by March 1st of the following year.

The state law includes standard exemptions for calls from businesses with established relationships, debt collection calls, calls you've requested, and calls from state licensees (like insurance or real estate agents) under specific conditions. Charity and political calls may also be exempt from these restrictions.

If telemarketers continue calling after the required waiting period, you can file complaints online at the Public Utility Commission's complaint portal or call 1-888-782-8477. This gives Texas residents robust local enforcement options alongside federal protections, helping identify which unknown calls may be violations worth reporting to state authorities.

Verify Phone Number Owner to avoid Scam Calls Texas Fraud Statistics

According to the Federal Trade Commission's 2024 data, phone calls and text messages make up 35% of all fraud contact methods nationwide:

• Phone calls: 19% of fraud reports (284,659 reports, $948M in losses)
• Text messages: 16% of fraud reports (246,784 reports, $470M in losses)

More than 1 in 3 fraud attempts happen through phone communication. Phone call fraud costs victims a median of $1,500 per case. Text message fraud costs a median of $1,000 per victim.

In 2024, Texas residents reported 462667 fraud cases resulting in total losses of $897.9M, with a median loss of $500 per victim. With phone-based fraud representing such a significant portion of these cases, phone owner verification has become a critical consumer protection tool.

When you receive calls from unknown numbers, take a moment to research the caller's identity. Reverse phone lookup services allow you to search a phone number to find information about who's calling—including whether the number has been reported for fraudulent activity.

Received fraudulent calls or fallen victim to phone fraud? Report it immediately. Each report helps authorities identify fraud patterns and protect other consumers from similar scams.

Additional Contact:
Texas Attorney General
Ken Paxton
(512) 463-2100

Are Reverse Phone Lookups Legal in Texas? Your Privacy Rights Explained

Yes, reverse phone lookups are generally legal in Texas. However, the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (effective July 1, 2024) gives you significant rights over how companies collect, use, and share your personal phone data.

What Phone Data is Protected Under Texas Law?

The Texas Data Privacy and Security Act protects your "personal data," which includes any information linked to you as an identifiable person. For phone lookups, this covers:

• Your phone number when connected to your identity
• Precise geolocation data from your phone
• Any additional personal information tied to your phone number
• Phone data of children under 13 (classified as "sensitive data")

The law defines "sensitive data" to include precise geolocation data and personal data of children under 13, which receive extra protection requiring your consent before processing.

Your Consumer Rights for Phone Data Privacy

Under the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act, you have five key rights regarding your phone data:

1. Right to Know: You can ask companies whether they're processing your personal phone data and obtain that data in a readable format
2. Right to Correct: You can fix inaccuracies in your personal phone data
3. Right to Delete: You can request deletion of personal phone data the company collected about you
4. Right to Opt Out: You can stop companies from using your phone data for targeted advertising, selling your data, or profiling for important decisions
5. Right to Non-Retaliation: Companies cannot discriminate against you for exercising these rights

How to Exercise Your Texas Phone Privacy Rights

To protect your phone number privacy, follow these steps:

Timeline: Companies must respond to your request within 45 days (can be extended to 90 days if needed).

Process: Companies must provide at least two secure methods for you to submit requests. Online-only companies with direct consumer relationships need only provide an email address.

Cost: Your first two requests per year are free. Companies can charge reasonable administrative costs for excessive requests.

Appeals: If a company denies your request, you can appeal their decision. If they deny your appeal, they must tell you how to file a complaint with the Texas Attorney General.

Who Enforces Phone Privacy Violations in Texas?

The Texas Attorney General has exclusive authority to enforce the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act. Here's what you need to know:

• No Private Lawsuits: You cannot sue companies directly under this law
• File Complaints: You must report violations to the Texas Attorney General
• Penalties: Companies face up to $7,500 per violation after a 30-day cure period
• Cure Period: Companies get 30 days to fix violations before facing penalties

If you believe a company violated your phone privacy rights under the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act, you can file a consumer co>.