While the Swordfish Chrome Extension and Reverse Lookup both pull from the same powerful data sources, the way they search is different.


The extension works by using a social profile URL—like a LinkedIn page—as the starting point. If that profile is well-structured and complete, the extension can quickly return phone numbers, emails, and other contact info.


Reverse Lookup, on the other hand, gives you more flexibility. Instead of relying on a social profile, you can search using details like:

  • Full name

  • Company name (current or past)

  • City, state, or country

  • Phone number or email

  • Even a full home or work address


This makes Reverse Lookup especially helpful when:

  • A person doesn’t have a social profile

  • Their profile isn’t bringing back results through the extension

  • You have different data points to work with (like an old phone number or just a name and company)


In short:

Use the extension when you have a social URL.
Use Reverse Lookup when you don’t—or when you need more search flexibility.


If you have questions or want help using Reverse Lookup or the extension effectively, feel free to email us at support@swordfish.ai.