What is the DUNS Number?
DUNS stands for Data Universal Numbering System and is a method to deliver a Live Business Identity. Developed by Duns & Bradstreet, its a 9-digit unique identifier for businesses and organizations. The DUNS number allows us to systematically identify and substantiate organizations on a global level using live up-to-date data.
Data points include:
Device identifiers and IP addresses for targeted digital marketing.
Industry profiles for intelligent sales prospecting.
Contact information for direct customer connection
Extensive payment history for better predictability
Entity ownership insights to know who ultimately benefits from a company’s performance
Predictive and prescriptive analytics and scores round out the insights Live Business Identity delivers.
For more information please visit Dun and Bradstreet website.
Why do I need it for truMobile setup?
You need it to create an Apple account for your iOS app.
Apple will need to verify this for your entity.
It is a free number, no payment is needed.
So how to I start?
You might already have a DUNS number, try looking it up before creating a DUNS
You might already have a DUNS number but the information is old and requires updating
You might need to apply for a DUNS Number.
How do I know whether I have a DUNS number or not?
Case 1: You have a number and all information is up to date
Click on DUNS NUMBER and Select DUNS
Click on D-U-N-S Number Lookup to check if you already have one.
3. Scroll down till you see the below
4. Click on Company Name, Select Province , check box
5. Hit “Search Now “
6. Select your Company, review the information to confirm your legal name and your address are correct .
7. To receive the number add your name and email address to receive the number by email
8. You will see this confirmation message
9. Here is a sample of the email you shall receive
Case 2: You have a number and but need to update the information
Same steps as Case1 1 to 6 . If you need to update your information.
Call Dun & Bradstreet at 18004636362
use the Live chat feature on their website
Or email cic@dnb.com
Case 3: You Don’t have a Duns number and need to apply for one
You can contact Dun & Bradstreet:
Call Dun & Bradstreet at 18004636362
use the Live chat feature on their website
Or email cic@dnb.com
Or online , Click Get a D-U-N-S Number