FAQ
What is Hoover's?
Hoover's, Inc., delivers comprehensive company, industry, and market intelligence that drives business growth. Our database of over 16.5 million companies, with comprehensive coverage of 43,000 of the world's top business enterprises, is at the core of our business tools and services that customers find vital to their business operations.
Why should I subscribe if I can get the same information for free on the Internet?
When evaluating the worth of a Hoover's subscription, consider not only the time it takes to compile free content from the Internet, but also validate the information once you've gathered it. Hoover's editorial staff of some 90 editors and researchers brings vital business information and knowledge to its coverage, updating the site daily to bring our visitors and subscribers the most up-to-date business information in the industry. The information is provided in one convenient location reducing the time you spend compiling the research from several different sites. Additionally,
- We use multiple reputable sources to ensure accuracy.
- All records are subject to regular and frequent evaluations by our internal quality assurance team.
Can you provide pricing via e-mail?
Please fill out the form including your e-mail address and a Business Information Consultant will contact you with information regarding the features available with each of our subscription planpricing structure.
If I need information on only one company, can I buy it from you?
With a Hoover's subscription you will have UNLIMITED access to all company information. Although we do not sell information on a pay-per-view basis, you can easily purchase a D&B report through Hoover's by first searching for the company by name, then clicking on the "Buy Report" link on the search results page or company fact sheet.
Can I get a free trial?
Trials are sometimes offered to eligible users. Please call 866-464-3202 to inquire.
How can I get my company listed on Hoover's?
We would be glad to consider adding your company to our database. Please contact our content department at update@hoovers.com for consideration.
Where can I view your sample content?
Sample content can be accessed in the Take The Tour section of the site.
Do you provide information on non-US companies?
Yes, we provide information about leading international companies with a Hoover's US subscription. Additionally, we offer UK subscriptions that provide information on over 2.2 million UK companies.
Do you have a student subscription?
We are working with colleges and universities across the country to provide students with access to our service through departments, schools, campus-wide information networks, and academic libraries. If you do not have free access through your school, students can call 866-464-3202 to sign up for a Hoover's Lite Subscription ($69.99/month or $599/year).
How often is your information updated?
Our information is updated as often as necessary - daily in many cases - based on news or events.
Where do you get your information for public and private companies?
While our competitors rely primarily on aggregated content, our 90 industry editors gather information directly from companies, then verify and supplement their primary research with information from reputable sources - national news publications, local metro dailies, trade periodicals, government documents, and online data sources.
What is the relationship between Hoover's and D&B?
Hoover's, Inc., is a subsidiary of D&B.
Do you have any free newsletters?
We do offer free newsletters and white papers that our users find valuable. Learn more about the newsletters and white papers.
How can I tell if you cover the type of companies that I need to research?
With over 16.5 million companies, its likely that Hoover's does have the information you need. To check further, please call one of our business information consultants at 866-464-3202 for more specific information.
