How to remove yourself from Whitepages
What they publish
Name, age range, current/past addresses, landline + mobile numbers, relatives, and (Premium tier) background data: criminal records, property records, financial indicators
Removing yourself, step by step
0 of 7 done- Search yourself on whitepages.com and open your listing.
- Copy the full profile URL from the address bar.
- Go to whitepages.com/suppression-requests and paste the URL.
- Pick a removal reason from the dropdown.
- Enter a phone number where you can receive the automated verification call.
- Answer the robocall and enter/confirm the verification code.
- After 72h, check both whitepages.com and 411.com; if a Premium listing persists, email support (see escalation).
Tap a step to tick it off. Progress is saved in this browser only.
How they confirm it
Phone robocall with a verification code/PIN — you must enter the code from an automated call to a number you control
If they ignore you
Email support@whitepages.com with the profile URL and a CCPA/state deletion request; Whitepages support portal; BBB complaint or state attorney general if unresolved.
Re-listing risk for this site: Moderate-high — listings regenerate from telecom and public-record feeds; new listings can appear weeks/months later under old addresses. Premium profile can persist after Standard suppression — check both.
Common questions
How do I remove myself from Whitepages?
Use Whitepages's opt-out page (whitepages.com/suppression-requests). Or email their privacy address, support@whitepages.com. The guide above lists 7 steps, and this page writes the removal request for you to send from your own email.
How long does Whitepages take to remove my information?
Officially up to 72h; often within 1 hour of phone verification. That is what our research recorded; the site may take longer.
Do I have to solve a CAPTCHA to opt out of Whitepages?
Their opt-out form has a CAPTCHA, so you complete it yourself.
Will my information come back on Whitepages?
Moderate-high — listings regenerate from telecom and public-record feeds; new listings can appear weeks/months later under old addresses. Premium profile can persist after Standard suppression — check both. Check again in about 60 days.