You scrubbed your name from Whitepages. You deleted your Spokeo listing. You think you are safe.
Then you Google your phone number, and there it is again: a full dossier on BeenVerified or TruePeopleSearch.
These two data brokers are “aggregators.” They don’t just list your address; they often list your email passwords, your car’s VIN number, and even your speeding tickets. BeenVerified, in particular, powers dozens of “Background Check” apps on the App Store.
If you want to truly disappear, you must scrub these two.
In this guide, we will show you the “Backdoor” opt-out methods for BeenVerified and TruePeopleSearch.
1. How to Opt Out of BeenVerified
BeenVerified is one of the largest data giants. Because they sell subscriptions, they make the removal process slightly annoying (you have to wait for an email).
Time Required: 5 Minutes Verification: Email Click (Required)
- Go to the Opt-Out Page: Do not use the homepage. Go directly to the BeenVerified Opt-Out Tool.
- Search Yourself: Enter your First Name, Last Name, and State.
- Find Your Record: Scroll through the list. It might show your age and relatives. Click the arrow next to your correct file.
- Enter Your Email: You must enter an email address to receive a verification link.
Intel Tip: Do not use your primary Gmail. Use a burner email or a secondary account to avoid getting on their marketing list.
- Verify: Check your inbox for an email from “Privacy” or “BeenVerified.” Click the “Verify Opt-Out” link inside.
- The Result: You will get a confirmation screen. Removal usually takes 24-72 hours.
2. How to Opt Out of TruePeopleSearch
TruePeopleSearch is often called the “backup” to FastPeopleSearch. It is completely free, which means stalkers love it because there is no credit card wall blocking them from your address.
Time Required: 3 Minutes Verification: Checkbox & Email
- Go to the Removal Page: Visit the TruePeopleSearch Removal Page.
- Enter Your Email: Type in your email address (again, use a secondary one) and check the box confirming you are the person listed.
- Search for Your Record: After entering your email, a search bar will appear. Type your name and city.
- Select “View Details”: Find the correct profile and click “View Details.”
- Click “Remove This Record”: Scroll to the very bottom of the profile page. You will see a link that says “Remove This Record.”
- Check Your Email: They will send a link to confirm. Click it.
- The Result: Your record should disappear from the site within a few hours.
The “Zombie” Data Warning
You have now cleaned up the “Big 5” (Whitepages, Spokeo, FastPeopleSearch, BeenVerified, TruePeopleSearch).
Warning:
Data brokers trade information with each other. Even if you delete yourself today, a new public record (like renewing your driver’s license or buying a house) can trigger a new listing in 6 months.
The Fix: Set a calendar reminder on your phone for 6 months from today. Label it “Privacy Checkup.” Come back to these guides and run a quick search to make sure you are still invisible.
Why You Should Do This Now
Leaving this data online leaves you vulnerable to:
- Sim Swapping: Hackers use the personal details found on BeenVerified to answer “Security Questions” and steal your phone number.
- Synthetic Identity Theft: Scammers combine your real address with a fake name to open credit cards.
The Bottom Line
Privacy is not a “one-time” fix; it is a maintenance habit. By removing yourself from these aggregators, you break the chain that connects your digital username to your physical front door.
