Frequently Asked Questions

Vinlid is an online service that provides digital vehicle information reports based on VIN codes. Reports are generated and delivered electronically in PDF format or via online access.

A VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is a unique 17-character code assigned to every vehicle. It contains information about the manufacturer, vehicle specifications, and serves as the vehicle's fingerprint. You can find the VIN on the dashboard (visible through windshield), driver's side door jamb, or in the vehicle's registration documents.

Our basic VIN decoder is free and provides vehicle specifications. Korean reports are just $2.29 and US reports are $3.49, with detailed vehicle information.

No. Reports are not official documents and are provided for informational purposes only. Vinlid is not a government agency or official registrar.

This is a one-time purchase (one-time payment). There are no subscriptions or automatic charges. You pay once for a specific VIN report.

Our reports include: mileage verification from Korean inspection records, technical inspection results and vehicle condition, auction photos, US title and salvage history (via NMVTIS), recall and safety information (via NHTSA), and vehicle specifications decoded from VIN.

Reports are generated based on: aggregated data, open sources, and third-party data providers. The service is informational in nature.

No. We do not guarantee absolute accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of information in reports. The user independently makes decisions based on the information received. We recommend using our reports as one of several tools when evaluating a vehicle.

Data availability depends on the vehicle's age, region, and recorded history. Older vehicles may have limited digital records. Not all incidents are reported to databases. This doesn't mean the vehicle has no history — just that it wasn't recorded in available sources.

You can check most vehicles with a valid 17-character VIN. Some older vehicles (pre-1981) may have shorter VINs and limited data availability. If a VIN is invalid, our system will notify you before purchase.

Korean vehicle history reports cost $2.29 USD and US vehicle history reports cost $3.49 USD. This is a one-time payment for the specific VIN you're checking. No subscriptions or hidden fees.

Available payment methods depend on the payment provider and your country. Current payment methods are displayed on the checkout page. We support major credit cards and other popular payment methods.

No. We do not store or process bank card data. All payments are processed by third-party payment providers certified to security standards.

Currently we offer single report purchases only. For business inquiries or bulk pricing, please contact us at info@vinlid.com.

After successful payment, you will receive a digital report (PDF or online access) containing available information about the vehicle. The report is provided once for one VIN code.

In most cases, the report is generated immediately after payment confirmation. In some cases, generation may take a little longer, but usually no more than 24 hours.

Your report will be sent to the email address you provide during purchase. Make sure to enter a valid email and check your spam folder if you don't see it.

If the report was successfully generated, you can access it within the current session or via the provided link (if applicable). We recommend saving the report after receiving it.

First, check your spam/junk folder. If you still can't find it after 24 hours, contact us at info@vinlid.com with your order number and we'll resend it immediately.

Yes. We offer a full 30-day money-back guarantee on all purchases — no questions asked, no exceptions. Contact us within 30 days of your purchase date and we will process your refund.

Email info@vinlid.com with your order number and VIN. You do not need to provide a reason. Submit requests within 30 days of purchase.

Refunds are processed within 5-7 business days after approval. The refund will be credited to your original payment method. Bank processing times may vary.