California
UCC search
Perfecta doesn't search California yet. Here is how to search California UCC filings today, and how to hear from us when we add it.
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California at a glance
How to search
California runs an online portal, UCC Connect, where filings can be searched by debtor name, secured party name or file number.
Worth knowing
The Secretary of State has described online searches and copies on that portal as free. A formal information request (form UCC-11) is the route for certified results.
Official source
California UCC Connect from the California Secretary of State.
Last read
We last read the state's page on October 16, 2026. Check it for current fees and options.
Certified searches
For a loan, a payoff or a closing, order a certified search from the state.
Meanwhile
A business often has filings in more than one state. Search every state we cover at once, or see the full coverage list.
Common questions
Does Perfecta cover California?
Not yet. Perfecta searches a growing list of states live, and California is not on it. Leave your email on this page and we'll tell you when it is.
How do I search UCC filings in California today?
California runs an online portal, UCC Connect, where filings can be searched by debtor name, secured party name or file number. The Secretary of State has described online searches and copies on that portal as free. A formal information request (form UCC-11) is the route for certified results.
Is a UCC search the same as a certified search?
No. A certified search is an official result issued by the state for legal use. Anything else is a first look. For a loan, a payoff or a closing, order a certified search from the state.