This page helps you use Official Records tools in Pinellas County, Florida and understand where to go for searches, document details, images, and support.

The main online channel is the Pinellas County Public Records search system. It offers several search types, so the fastest path is to choose the search option that matches the information you already have.

Use the county’s online search portal to look up Official Records and open document details.

  • A party name for a Name search
  • An instrument number for an Instrument Number search
  • A document type for a Doc Type search
  • A single date for a Record Date search
  • A book and page reference for a Book/Page search
  • A case number for a Case Number search
  • A legal description for a Legal Description search

Start here: search Pinellas County Official Records.

  • Open the search system and accept the disclaimer.
  • Pick the search type that matches the details you have.
  • Run the search and open a result to view document details and images.

Tip: Search all possible spelling variations of names to widen results.

Search options in the portal

The search system includes Simple Search, Name, Instrument Number, Doc Type, Record Date, Consideration, Book/Page, Case Number, and Legal Description.

Simple Search is useful when you are starting with a general need, such as looking for a deed or checking for liens. More specific search types work better when you already have a name, number, date, or reference.

Viewing images and document details

To view document images, open a search result. If an image does not display in the PDF viewer, switch the viewer to TIFF.

The system requires JavaScript and cookies to be enabled. The support materials also note that pop-up settings, browser zoom, and browser cache can affect image viewing, printing, and search results.

For help with search features and viewing results, you can use the portal’s support resources or open the search guide: view the Acclaim Web search guide.

Printing and export options

The search guide describes printing search reports, exporting results to CSV before printing, and printing document details or document pages from the viewer.

If printing or image windows do not open, check whether your browser is blocking pop-ups for the records site.

Official Records support contacts

Use these contacts when you need help with searching, viewing images, or other Official Records support issues.

  • Clerk’s Customer Information Center
    Phone: (727) 464-7000 (option number 4)
    Email: recording@mypinellasclerk.gov

Common questions

Where do I search Official Records in Pinellas County, Florida?

Use the Pinellas County Public Records portal to search Official Records by name, instrument number, document type, record date, book and page, case number, consideration, or legal description.

What should I do if I cannot see a document image?

Open a search result to reach the image. If the PDF viewer does not show all images, switch the viewer to TIFF.

Why are my search results missing a name I expected to find?

Try all possible spelling variations of the name. The county advises broader name searching to improve results.

What browser settings matter for the records site?

JavaScript and cookies must be enabled. Browser pop-up settings, zoom, and cached files can also affect searching, viewing images, and printing.

Who do I contact for Official Records search help?

For support, contact the Clerk’s Customer Information Center at (727) 464-7000 and choose option number 4, or use recording@mypinellasclerk.gov.