HLR Lookup
HLR Lookup provides real-time mobile-number status information directly from network operators.
What HLR Lookup is
HLR Lookup provides real-time mobile-number status information directly from network operators. It supports more than 1,300 networks across over 220 countries, with bulk processing and an HTTP API. The API can validate numbers in web forms, mobile apps, third-party services, and desktop programs; developer examples are available in JavaScript, Python, Shell, and PHP. Bulk Upload accepts numbers in a range of formats and appends results beside the original data, with controls to schedule, pause, and monitor batches. Each successful lookup uses one credit, while invalid mobile numbers and unsupported networks are not charged. New verified accounts receive 200 free credits to try results. Previously processed numbers can be checked again for free, while using another customer's shared Global Cache result costs half a credit. Credits expire 18 months after purchase unless otherwise agreed by email. Credit bundles are one-time purchases, with 2,500 lookups listed at $16.55, paid once. A free plan and free trial are also listed. Landline validation is limited to UK and Ireland numbers.
Good
- Supports more than 1,300 networks.
- Offers bulk processing with batch controls.
- Provides API examples in four languages.
- 200 free credits for new verified accounts.
- Invalid numbers and unsupported networks are not charged.
Watch out
- Credits expire 18 months after purchase.
- Landline checks are limited to UK and Ireland.
- Shared Global Cache results cost half a credit.
Who it suits
HLR Lookup suits businesses that validate mobile numbers in bulk or through software integrations. The listed client sectors include financial services, marketing, telecommunications, retail, call centres, and data management.
Verdict
HLR Lookup offers both API-based checks and managed bulk batches, with free starter credits and one-time credit bundles. Note the expiration period and geographic limit for landline validation.
Plans and prices
From HLR Lookup's own pricing page, checked 3 Oct 2001.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| 2,500 lookups | $16.55, paid once | $16.55 bundle · $0.0066 per lookup · 2,500 credits |
| 5,000 lookups | $29.79, paid once | $29.79 bundle · $0.0060 per lookup · 5,000 credits |
| 10,000 lookups | $56.93, paid once | $56.93 bundle · $0.0057 per lookup · 10,000 credits |
| 25,000 lookups | $135.70, paid once | $135.70 bundle · $0.0054 per lookup · 25,000 credits |
| 50,000 lookups | $258.16, paid once | $258.16 bundle · $0.0052 per lookup · 50,000 credits |
| 100,000 lookups | $489.84, paid once | $489.84 bundle · $0.0049 per lookup · 100,000 credits |
| 200,000 lookups | $900.25, paid once | $900.25 bundle · $0.0045 per lookup · 200,000 credits |
| 300,000 lookups | $1,191.51, paid once | $1,191.51 bundle · $0.0040 per lookup · 300,000 credits |
| 500,000 lookups | $1,787.27, paid once | $1,787.27 bundle · $0.0036 per lookup · 500,000 credits |
| 1,000,000 lookups | $3,309.75, paid once | $3,309.75 bundle · $0.0033 per lookup · 1,000,000 credits |
The facts
Each one read from HLR Lookup's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Account tools
- Customers can enable automatic top-ups or set an email alert for a low credit balance.checked 3 Oct 2001
- API
- Its HTTP API can be used to validate numbers in web forms, mobile apps, third-party services, and desktop programs.checked 3 Oct 2001
- API examples
- The developer page provides integration examples in JavaScript, Python, Shell, and PHP.checked 3 Oct 2001
- Bulk processing
- Bulk Upload accepts numbers in a range of formats and appends results alongside the original data, with options to schedule, pause, and monitor batches.checked 3 Oct 2001
- Caching
- Previously processed numbers can be rechecked for free, and using another customer's shared Global Cache result costs half a credit.checked 3 Oct 2001
- Charge rules
- One credit is deducted for each successful lookup, while unsupported networks and invalid mobile numbers are not charged.checked 3 Oct 2001
- Coverage
- The features page says it supports over 1,300 networks across more than 220 countries.checked 3 Oct 2001
- Credit expiry
- Credits expire 18 months after purchase unless otherwise agreed by email.checked 3 Oct 2001
- Landline limit
- Landline validation is available for UK and Ireland numbers and is not available outside those countries.checked 3 Oct 2001
- Security and privacy
- The privacy policy says it was reviewed in January 2026 as part of the company's annual ISO 27001 accreditation and describes its GDPR commitments.checked 3 Oct 2001
- Support
- The company offers UK-based support through online chat, tickets, email, or phone, and provides a knowledge base.checked 3 Oct 2001
- What it does
- HLR Lookup provides real-time status information on mobile numbers directly from network operators.checked 3 Oct 2001
- Who it serves
- The company says it works with clients in financial services, marketing, telecommunications, retail, call centres, data provision, and data management.checked 3 Oct 2001
The company
- Founded
- 2005checked 28 Sep 2001
- Headquarters
- Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdomchecked 28 Sep 2001
Money
- Free credits
- New verified accounts receive 200 free credits to test results.checked 3 Oct 2001
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