Understanding Matches
Confidence Scores Explained
What the confidence percentage means
Last updated February 25, 2026
Understanding Confidence Scores
The confidence score shows how likely a match is correct.
Score Ranges
| Score | Level | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 90-100% | High | Likely correct, review quickly |
| 80-89% | Medium | Good match, verify carefully |
| 70-79% | Lower | Possible match, research needed |
How Scores Are Calculated
Click any score to see breakdown:
- Name match points
- Location match points
- Bonus points (middle name, relatives)
Improving Scores
Add more information to your watches:
- State: +10 points
- City: +10 points
- Middle name: +5 points
- Relatives: +10 points
Notification Threshold
We only notify for 90%+ confidence to minimize false alerts.
Lower confidence matches are still logged but don't trigger notifications.
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