How to remove yourself from PeopleFinders
What they publish
Name, age, addresses, phones, emails, relatives, criminal/civil records, property, bankruptcies/liens
Removing yourself, step by step
0 of 6 done- Search yourself on peoplefinders.com and open your profile (stop before the paywall).
- Copy the report-page URL.
- Go to peoplefinders.com/opt-out; paste the URL and enter your email.
- Solve the CAPTCHA and submit.
- Click the removal-confirmation link in the email, solve the second CAPTCHA, and send the request.
- Verify removal after 2-9 days; repeat on publicrecordsnow.com and privateeye.com if records persist.
Tap a step to tick it off. Progress is saved in this browser only.
How they confirm it
Email confirmation link + two CAPTCHAs (one at submission, one at final confirmation)
If they ignore you
Phone 1-800-718-8997 (Mon-Fri 7am-6pm PT, weekends 7am-3:30pm PT); written CCPA/state deletion demand; cease-and-desist letter; state AG complaint.
Re-listing risk for this site: Regular re-collection from public sources; recheck every ~6 months, including sibling sites
Common questions
How do I remove myself from PeopleFinders?
Use PeopleFinders's opt-out page (peoplefinders.com/opt-out). The guide above lists 6 steps, and this page writes the removal request for you to send from your own email.
How long does PeopleFinders take to remove my information?
Typically 24-48h; officially 2-3 days, up to 9 days. That is what our research recorded; the site may take longer.
Do I have to solve a CAPTCHA to opt out of PeopleFinders?
Their opt-out form has a CAPTCHA, so you complete it yourself.
Will my information come back on PeopleFinders?
Regular re-collection from public sources; recheck every ~6 months, including sibling sites. Check again in about 60 days.