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General Prison Questions-Terminology

How to find or create an inmate profile

How do you know that the person you are wanting to stay in contact with is registered on this site also. just kinda confused how it work.

To see if the person you want to stay in contact with is already on InmateAid, you can use the Search InmateAid Profilesfeature on the site.
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Answered by a former federal inmate · 14+ years advising families
✓ Verified answer March 23,2013 · General Prison Questions-Terminology
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To see if the person you want to stay in contact with is already on InmateAid, you can use the Search InmateAid Profilesfeature on the site. Just type in their name and check the results.

If a profile already exists, you can select it and click “Follow Inmate” to connect. This allows you to send letters, photos, and other services directly to them.

If you do not find a matching profile, that just means no one has created one yet. You can easily create it yourself inside your account by adding their basic information like name, facility, and location.

Once the profile is created:

  • You and others can find it by searching their name
  • Family and friends can follow the profile
  • Everyone in their circle can send letters, postcards, photos, and more

Think of the profile as a central place that makes it easier for people to stay connected and support the inmate, even if they are in different locations.

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Accepted Answer Date Created: March 23,2013
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About this answer: This response was prepared by InmateAid’s editorial team in consultation with former inmates who have direct experience with the federal correctional system. InmateAid has served families of the incarcerated since 2012. This is general information only — not legal advice. Last reviewed April 2026.