Basics
MissingMoney.org vs. Your State's Site
Updated July 25, 2026
When you go looking for unclaimed money, you'll run into a few free options: MissingMoney.org, each state's own official site, and aggregators like this one. They overlap but aren't identical — and checking more than one is how you avoid missing something.
All of them are free. Here's how they compare.
MissingMoney.org
MissingMoney.org is the official multi-state search endorsed by NAUPA, the association of state unclaimed-property administrators. It's free and covers most states in one search. The catch: not every state participates or updates it on the same schedule, so it isn't a complete picture on its own.
Your state's official site
Each state runs its own unclaimed-property program and search — and it's where you actually file your claim. A state's own site is the most current source for that state and the authoritative place to claim. Always confirm and claim on the official state site. Find your state's program.
Aggregators like this one
We pool official state records into one search and add fuzzy matching — so misspellings, nicknames, and maiden names still turn up — plus a browsable directory by state and city. We're a discovery tool: when you find a match, you still claim through the official state program. See our data sources.
The bottom line
Because coverage and freshness differ, the thorough move is to search more than one — check here, check MissingMoney.org, and check the official site of every state you've lived in. All free, and none should ever charge you to claim.
Frequently asked questions
Is MissingMoney.org legitimate?
Yes. MissingMoney.org is the official, free multi-state search endorsed by NAUPA, the association of state unclaimed-property administrators. It's not a finder or a paid service.
Is MissingMoney.org the same as my state's site?
Not quite. MissingMoney.org searches many states at once, but each state also runs its own official site, which is the most current source and where you file your claim. It's worth checking both.
Should I use MissingMoney.org or this site?
Both — they're free and their coverage differs. We add fuzzy matching and a state and city directory; when you find a match anywhere, you claim through the official state program.
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