How to remove yourself from socialcatfish.com
What they publish
Name, age range, address history, phone numbers, email addresses, images/photos tied to a profile (used for its "catfish"/identity-verification search product)
Removing yourself, step by step
0 of 5 done- Enter required fields: first/last name, email address, state of residence.
- Optionally add middle initial, age range, other emails/phones, images, prior states, and direct profile links to speed processing.
- Submit the form.
- Allow up to 15 days for removal; call (844) 422-8347 with questions.
Tap a step to tick it off. Progress is saved in this browser only.
How they confirm it
identity verification only if the request is suspected fraudulent ("good-faith, reasonable belief" standard); optional supporting details (profile links, images) speed processing
If they ignore you
Call the support line above; file an FTC complaint if the 15-day commitment is not honored.
Re-listing risk for this site: Moderate — company commits to preventing "reacquisition of related data," but general re-aggregation risk from upstream sources remains
Common questions
How do I remove myself from socialcatfish.com?
Use socialcatfish.com's opt-out page (socialcatfish.com/opt-out). The guide above lists 5 steps, and this page writes the removal request for you to send from your own email.
How long does socialcatfish.com take to remove my information?
within 15 days ("Social Catfish will ensure your information is not available for sale on the site within fifteen (15) days"). That is what our research recorded; the site may take longer.
Do I have to solve a CAPTCHA to opt out of socialcatfish.com?
Our research found no CAPTCHA on their opt-out form.
Will my information come back on socialcatfish.com?
Moderate — company commits to preventing "reacquisition of related data," but general re-aggregation risk from upstream sources remains. Check again in about 60 days.