How to remove yourself from archives.com
What they publish
Historical records, obituaries, census data, and profile pages that can include current/former names, birth/death info, and relatives — DeleteMe notes it "poses as a family history and genealogy site, but really just is another data broker posting personal information online."
Removing yourself, step by step
0 of 4 done- Fill in the requested name/record identification info (use a masked/alias email if available to reduce spam).
- Submit and click the confirmation link sent by email.
- Wait up to 3 weeks; re-check periodically since re-listing is possible.
Tap a step to tick it off. Progress is saved in this browser only.
How they confirm it
email confirmation link
If they ignore you
Send a follow-up email/CCPA request citing state privacy law if in a covered state; escalate to a state AG complaint if repeatedly ignored.
Re-listing risk for this site: Moderate — genealogy/records aggregators periodically re-import public record sources.
Common questions
How do I remove myself from archives.com?
Use archives.com's opt-out page (archives.com/optout). The guide above lists 4 steps, and this page writes the removal request for you to send from your own email.
How long does archives.com take to remove my information?
up to 3 weeks. That is what our research recorded; the site may take longer.
Do I have to solve a CAPTCHA to opt out of archives.com?
Our research found no CAPTCHA on their opt-out form.
Will my information come back on archives.com?
Moderate — genealogy/records aggregators periodically re-import public record sources. Check again in about 60 days.