# 1881 Basic — Phone number search

> Norway's largest directory service for people, businesses, and locations. (iPhone/iPad app by Opplysningen 1881 AS.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/1881-basic/id332020575 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Opplysningen 1881 AS](https://appshunter.io/developer/593022783)
- Category: Reference, Business
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $2.99)
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 77 MB
- Languages: American English, Norwegian Bokmål
- Released: 2009-12-13
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/1881-basic/id332020575/reviews.md

## What is 1881 Basic?

1881 – Norway’s most widely used directory service
With more than 1.5 million searches every day, 1881 is Norway’s largest directory service.

Want to see who’s calling in real time?
Download the 1881 Who’s Calling / 1881 Hvem Ringer app from the App Store. With a subscription, you get automatic caller identification while your phone is ringing—no need to look up numbers yourself. Finally available on iPhone!

Search 1881
- Search by name, phone number, businesses, and industries
- Search history – overview of all your searches
- Nearby search – find services close to you (e.g. restaurants, craftsmen)

Always up to date
Our database, Norway’s largest for names, phone numbers, and addresses, is continuously updated with up to 125,000 daily updates.

Terms of use for the 1881 app: https://min.1881.no/vilkaar-personvern/vilkar-1881-app
Privacy policy: https://min.1881.no/vilkaar-personvern/personvernerklaring
Terms of use for logging into 1881 Group services: https://min.1881.no/vilkaar-personvern/vilkar-innlogging

## Key features

- Search by name, number, business, industry
- Nearby service search
- Search history
- Continuously updated database
- Caller identification (with subscription)

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Protect me | $2.99 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/1881-basic/id332020575/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Basem

*2014-01-24*

God app 👍👍👍👍👍🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

### 5/5 — Fantastisk bra tjeneste!!

*2009-12-14*

Endelig en nummersøk tjeneste som fungerer slik den skal! Til og med gratis :) Gratulerer 1881!

## Frequently asked questions about 1881 Basic

### What is 1881 Basic?

1881 Basic is Norway's largest directory service, allowing users to search for people, businesses, and industries. It provides up-to-date contact information and a nearby search function.

### Does 1881 Basic have ads?

Yes, 1881 Basic contains advertisements. This is common for free directory services that offer extensive databases and features.

### How often is the 1881 Basic database updated?

The database is continuously updated with up to 125,000 daily updates, ensuring the information on names, phone numbers, and addresses is as current as possible.

### Can I see who is calling with 1881 Basic?

Yes, with a subscription to the 'Who's Calling' feature, you can get automatic caller identification in real-time while your phone is ringing.

### What devices does 1881 Basic support?

1881 Basic is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple users.

### What is the age rating for 1881 Basic?

The app has an age rating of 4+, indicating it is suitable for children and adults.

### How much does the 'Protect me' subscription cost?

The 'Protect me' subscription is priced at $2.99 per month and includes a free trial period of one month.

### What kind of information can I search for in 1881 Basic?

You can search for individuals by name or phone number, as well as businesses and industries. The app also allows for searching for services near your current location.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.0.51 — 2026-03-25

Thank you for using our app! In this update, we’ve made minor improvements and enhancements, and the app is now called 1881 Basic. You can use it to search in 1881 by name, phone number, or address. If you have a 1881 Protect Me subscription, you’ll continue to receive alerts for sales and spam calls while your phone is ringing.

Want to see who’s calling in real time - on all numbers from 1881? Download 1881 Who’s Calling / 1881 Hvem Ringer. With a subscription, you’ll get automatic caller identification as your phone rings—no need to look up numbers manually. And now, it finally works on iPhone!

### 7.0.34 — 2024-09-26

Thank you for using our app! We continuously update our app to ensure the best possible experience for you. New in this version: minor improvements and the option for push notifications.

How to activate "See who's calling" for notifications about sales/spam calls:

1. Go to 'Settings'
2. Select 'Phone'
3. Choose 'Call Identification & Blocking'
4. Enable the option for '1881 - Caller-ID and blocking'
You must have an active 1881 Protect Me subscription to see who's calling.

### 7.0.29 — 2024-04-16

Improvements and corrections

### 7.0.24 — 2023-12-19

Thank you for using the app! We have improved the notification for calls from sales/spam for Protect Me subscribers. 
Additionally, we have added:

-Search for car and owner with the Regnr service from 1881.
-Got a call from an unknown number? You can now send a pre-filled SMS from the 1881 app to ask about the caller and the reason for the call.
-Enhancements to the map solution.

### 7.0.19 — 2023-07-06

- Updated map solutions, "places" are included
- Several minor changes and improvements

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## More apps by Opplysningen 1881 AS

- [1881 Mobilsøk](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/1881-mobilsk/id593022780)

All apps by Opplysningen 1881 AS: https://appshunter.io/developer/593022783

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