About The Opt Out Process

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We understand why someone might want their name removed from the TruthFinder database. That’s why we make opting out of TruthFinder easy. Simply search for your report and select the report you'd like to have removed. You will then receive a confirmation email which will require you to confirm the record you wish to remove. That's it!

If you choose to opt out, it’s important to understand that this doesn’t remove your data from public records. We create our database by collecting information from publicly available information. Anyone will still be able to see these records. They’ll just have to use another source.

Resolving hundreds of millions of pieces of data into exactly the correct individuals is difficult and is never an exact science. For this reason, data about you may appear even if you have opted out. For example, your name may continue to appear as a possible relative or associate in other individuals' reports. Additionally, we do not remove sex offender location data. Also, due to the nature of public records information and how it is collected, subtle discrepancies in data may make it difficult to remove everything associated with you. We take every reasonable precaution to ensure it does not happen, but if you see information about you after you have opted out, please contact us so we can clean it up.

You must submit a separate request for each name that you want removed. For example, removing both you and your spouse requires two separate requests from two separate email addresses.

TruthFinder Opt Out FAQ

How did you get the data for my report?

We generate TruthFinder reports by collecting data from local, state, federal, and independent sources. Then we compile that data for our members. Our site makes viewing public records easy and convenient.

Will I still be able to use TruthFinder if I opt out?

Yes. Opting out doesn’t prevent you from creating a TruthFinder account. You may still be a member and search all of the available records in our database. However, opting out will prevent you from seeing what’s on your personal TruthFinder report.

How quickly will my data be removed?

TruthFinder removes records shortly after the opt out request is submitted. Due to the number of ways we source our data, this may take up to 48 hours.

Will people be able to see my records after I opt out?

People will not be able to see your background report on TruthFinder.com, however, we can only remove public records from appearing on our own website. We did not create the records; we simply turn them into reports for our members. People may be able to view records by requesting them directly from the government or through other websites.

Also, please note that your name may continue to appear as a possible relative or associate in other individuals' reports. Further, we do not remove sex offender location data.

I have multiple reports in your database. Can I get them all removed?

Yes. Please submit a separate request for each report you want removed.

Can I mail in my request?

Yes, we accept snail mail. Simply send your request to the following address:

How do I stop receiving push notifications from Truthfinder?

If you want to stop receiving notifications on your computer, phone or tablet from TruthFinder, it’s easy to unsubscribe. Simply click here and select "unsubscribe."

It’s important to unsubscribe using the same device and browser you used to first subscribe to push notifications. Questions? No problem. Contact us anytime at (800) 699-8081, or email us at help@truthfinder.com.