How do I get my info off data-broker sites?
By Bridget · Updated May 2026 · Reviewed by Locket Security Team
★ the short answer
To remove your info from data brokers, submit opt-out requests to each major people-search site, which involves finding your profile and confirming removal — often by email. Because brokers continuously re-collect data from public records, removals fade and need rechecking. Doing it broadly and repeatedly, or via an automated service, is what keeps your exposure low.
What information do data brokers have on me?
Brokers compile your full name, current and past addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, age, relatives, and sometimes income or property records — assembled from public records, purchases, and other sources. They sell this in searchable profiles, which is what makes a creator easy to locate, spam, or doxx.
How do data-broker opt-outs work?
You find your listing on each broker, submit their opt-out request, and confirm it (often via an email link). Each site has its own form and timeline. There are many brokers, so a thorough opt-out takes time. Keeping a checklist of which sites you've cleared helps you track and repeat the process.
Why does my information reappear after I remove it?
Brokers continuously re-acquire data from public records and each other, so a profile you removed can be rebuilt within months. That's why removal is ongoing maintenance, not a one-time task. Periodic rechecks — or an automated removal service that re-submits opt-outs for you — keep your exposure suppressed over time.
Frequently asked
- They can save significant time by automating opt-outs across many brokers and re-submitting when data reappears. Whether it's worth the cost depends on how exposed and how high-profile you are; the manual route is free but labor-intensive.
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