Reference Solutions (formerly ReferenceUSA)

There are 2 ways to use this resource. Start with the one that needs the least from you.

How to use it

Ordered by how much work it takes.

NYPL card
Set up first
Needs: Library card
U.S. business and residential database: 60+ million businesses, 270+ million residents. Company profiles, financials, executive contacts, industry classifications. Market research, competitive analysis, sales lead generation.
Limits: Unlimited
Can replace: ZoomInfo ($15,000+/yr), Dun & Bradstreet ($2,000+/yr), Hoovers ($300+/yr)
BPL card
Set up first
Needs: Library card
U.S. business and residential database: 60+ million businesses, 270+ million residents. Company profiles, financials, executive contacts, industry classifications. Market research, competitive analysis, sales lead generation.
Limits: Unlimited
Can replace: ZoomInfo ($15,000+/yr), Dun & Bradstreet ($2,000+/yr), Hoovers ($300+/yr)

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