VitalChek has a rating of 2.82 stars from 227 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers complaining about VitalChek most frequently mention birth certificate, customer service, and credit card problems. VitalChek ranks 4th among Birth Certificates sites.
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I have used VitalChek twice this year to retrieve copies of my child's birth certificate and my marriage certificate. In both instances, I was easily able to order the documents online, pay the charges, and receive my documents within a couple of weeks (the birth certificates arrived in 5 days). They were exactly what I ordered and were shipped with care so these important documents did not wind up in lost packages somewhere. I would definitely use this service again.
FACTS 1. I initiated an order which they placed on hold due to pending documents I did not provide. 2. Same day I tried to cancel the order but no option is given for cancellation. 3. Same day I sent them email asking them to cancel the order. 4. A week later they charged my card. Is it all by an innocent mistake or calculated to steal money? I have asked them twice already to refund me, and delete my records. No response yet, I am expecting they will charge my card again.
I have used VitalChek twice this year to retrieve copies of my child's birth certificate and my marriage certificate. In both instances, I was easily able to order the documents online, pay the charges, and receive my documents within a couple of weeks (the birth certificates arrived in 5 days). They were exactly what I ordered and were shipped with care so these important documents did not wind up in lost packages somewhere. I would definitely use this service again.
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I did not have to reach out to customer service with any issues so I can't confirm or deny any negative reviews regarding customer service.
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I ordered birth certificates and marriage certificates from two different states.
FACTS
1. I initiated an order which they placed on hold due to pending documents I did not provide.
2. Same day I tried to cancel the order but no option is given for cancellation.
3. Same day I sent them email asking them to cancel the order.
4. A week later they charged my card.
Is it all by an innocent mistake or calculated to steal money?
I have asked them twice already to refund me, and delete my records.
No response yet, I am expecting they will charge my card again.
I moved and needed lost birth, marriage and divorce records to obtain a new driver's license for the state. I was immediately overwhelmed by the thought of standing in long lines, crowded rooms and waiting weeks for the certificates to arrive and as a handicapped person the task was daunting.
I decided to check the internet to see if Vital check was online and to my surprise they were so I filled out all the information by checking the boxes, submitting my fee and voila done. Not only is the information easy to fill out but the process was pretty fast then my certificates were at my door within a few days. What a lifesaver Vital Check is and I highly recommend utilizing this easy online service for obtaining any vital records.
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Vital records super easy and fast delivery on my dest within the week of ordering.
It cost more than I wanted it to, but VitalChek got me what I needed faster than the folks who should have called me when my friend passed.
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Shipping costs more than the item.
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Death Certificate
Hello Diana. Thank you for ordering your certificate through VitalChek. We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback regarding your ordering experience with us. We’re glad to hear that you received your order in a timely manner and hope that you will consider VitalChek for future vital records orders. Thanks again.
One of the worst businesses. First, they charged me a finders fee for an order that was never placed, and after I finally placed an order it's been SEVEN weeks for it to be processed. Even worse as they said it could take up to 9 weeks just for processing. What is the point of paying all that money for them to spend 2 and a half months doing nothing? Horrible company with horrible customer support.
My experience was excellent. Applied for a copy of my Birth Certificate form a county website but somehow got transferred to the state records website and they linked me to Vitalchek.
After the first hiccup, asking me for another copy of my ID, I started reading the reviews and worrying if I'd ever get what I asked for and paid for. I figured if the state trusts them to do this, I'll just go with it.
I uploaded a picture of my ID and within 2 days I had the copies in my hand. I couldn't ask for better service!
Hello Michael. Thank you for looking past the reviews and ordering your birth certificate from VitalChek. We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive feedback regarding your ordering experience with us. We are glad to hear that you received your order promptly and hope that you will consider VitalChek for future vital records orders.
Title says it all. Poor customer service. You'll wait for at least an hour on hold before anyone picks up. After sometime their own site wouldn't show me the progress of my order… buyer beware.
Hello Paul. Thank you for ordering through VitalChek. We always aim to deliver a great experience and are disappointed when this doesn’t happen. Thanks for taking the time to bring this to our attention. We will use the feedback to improve our services in the future.
This app was very easy to use. I received my brother's birth certificate sooner than expected. Third time using this app. Never disappointed.
This company is horrible. Still awaiting my document and no returned calls or follow up from them. DO NOT get ripped off by this company.
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Just don’t use this company.
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Purchased a document
Hello John. We apologize that you have not yet received your documents and that your customer service experience was less than stellar. Please contact us with your order number so we can look into this for you. The quickest way to reach us is by PM at Facebook.com/VitalChek. You will usually get a response in a matter of minutes. You can also email vitals.customerservice@vitalchek.com.
It was quick and easy great service. I recommend it to everyone. My document got to be quicker than I expected.
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Birth certificate
Hello Genine. Thank you for ordering your document through VitalChek and taking the time to let us know about your good experience. We’re happy to hear that you received your order in a timely manner and appreciate your recommendation of our services to others. We hope that you will consider VitalChek for future vital records orders. Thanks again.
I followed all of the steps required in obtaining my birth certificate and after 10 or 15 business days, it was in my hands! They are 100% reliable in their words!?
I tried this service not knowing if it was going to be fast and secure. I filled in the form and decided to pay a little extra for UPS delivery. I received my birth certificate within a week. Very happy with the service.
Simple process. Up to date notices. Has a "real" phone # with "real customer service. Had to call and edit info, easy and competent representatives.
Thanks for ordering from VitalChek. We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive feedback regarding your customer service experience with us. We are glad to hear that we were able to assist you with your concern and hope you will consider VitalChek for future vital records orders.
User friendly web site and quick delivery without a huge shipping fee. Will order from this site again.
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Birth certificate
Hi Kristina. Thank you for placing your order through VitalChek. We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive feedback regarding your ordering experience with us. We are glad to hear that you had a good experience and will utilize our service again in the future. Thanks again.
Hello Kristina. Thank you for placing your order through VitalChek. We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive feedback regarding your ordering experience with us. We are glad to hear that you had a good experience and will utilize our service again in the future. Thanks again.
I would give a zero if possible. Vitalchek was useless. Charged me their fee for nothing! They sent back emails saying they needed new documentation due to me ordering my birth certificate in a different name. They actually said my notarized signature didn't match. They expected me to get my maiden name that's on my birth certificate notarized. All my ID is in my married name and has been for years! How is this even logical?They would not answer my question about how to get that done. They just keep sending back a message stating I did it wrong. Do not use this company!
This company scam they didn't get my license so I can get a passport don't use these people they will have u waiting
I ordered 3 sets of papers. Delivered quickly. Very happy with the ease of ordering and quick arrival.
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Ordered vital records.
Hello Brenda. Thank you for ordering your certificate through VitalChek. We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive feedback regarding your ordering experience with us. We’re glad to hear that you received your order quickly and hope that you will consider VitalChek for future vital records orders. Thanks again.
I needed a certified copy of my birth certificate ASAP to obtain a new driver's license after my wallet had been stolen. I received my certified birth certificate within 4 days of ordering online.
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Certified birth certificate.
Hello Mary. Thank you for ordering your certificate through VitalChek. We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive feedback regarding your ordering experience with us. We’re glad to hear that you received your order in a timely manner and hope that you will consider VitalChek for future vital records orders. Thanks again.
I ordered my birth certificate and received it in 3 days. There was no problem using my debit card or anything ot was shipped and received in prompt time Thank you VitaChek.
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I ordered my birth certificate
I needed a certified copy of a birth certificate for a passport. You MUST APPEAR IN PERSON at your county clerk's office. So just go there and do that. Show your driver's license and fill out a form. The Vital Chek was a middleman that just made it more confusing. Call your clerk's office first if you are older. In San Mateo County old birth records are in a warehouse so it takes longer, a few days, it took four days. The helpful people at the county office I rate highly, 10. Very helpful and kind. Thank you.
VitalChek delivered! I needed my birth certificate quickly for a trip I was taking. I received my order in just 3 days of ordering. Great service in a pinch!
Hello Carolyn. Thank you for ordering your birth certificate through VitalChek. We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive feedback regarding your ordering experience with us. We’re glad to hear that you received your order in a timely manner and hope that you will consider VitalChek for future vital records orders. Thanks again.
I logged onto VitalChek to get a copy of my birth certificate. I paid and waited. It tool SIX months almost to the day. Every time I called to ask for an update there was an excuse about a backlog.
Just be aware. SIX months.
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I called the town in NY state where I was born and the clerk told me she would send me a notarized copy of my birth certificate in 5-7 days. One week later I had a copy from NY state.
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Six months to delivery
Easy to use and fast service! Delivered to my door. I was able to track my certificate also! I also liked the follow up from the company!
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Birth certificate. I preferred the expedited/certified option
I received my sons BC in a timely manner and it was very easy and simple to pickup and the staff was very sweet and understanding.
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Birth certificate
Hello Alana. Thank you for ordering your birth certificate through VitalChek. We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive feedback regarding your ordering experience with us. We’re glad to hear that you received your order in a timely manner and hope that you will consider VitalChek for future vital records orders. Thanks again.
Hi Lynda. Thank you for ordering your birth, marriage and divorce certificates through VitalChek and sharing your positive feedback about the ease, convenience and timeliness of our service. We appreciate your referral of our service to others. Thanks again.