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How to remove your personal info from Intelius

Stop Intelius (intelius.com) from selling your address, phone number, and relatives' info. Here is the safest way to opt out.

Last Verified: February 2026

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Why is your data on Intelius?

Intelius collects personal information from public records, social media scraping, and marketing lists. unlike other brokers, Intelius is categorized as a High Risk broker because they require ID verification for removal.

Based on our data, the removal difficulty is rated 5/5, with an estimated processing time of 7 days. This high difficulty rating means they often use 'dark patterns' to discourage you from opting out.

The Fast Way to Opt Out

Instead of navigating complex forms and uploading your ID to verify your identity (which exposes you to more risk), you can send a formal privacy request via email.

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Data Removal Profile for Intelius
Metric	Status	Verdict
Removal Cost	FREE	Mandated by Law
Time to Process	7 days	Estimated
Difficulty Level	5/5	Hard (Dark Patterns)
ID Verification	Required	High Privacy Risk

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Data brokers often aggregate data from these massive leaks. Removing your profile disrupts this chain.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I remove my personal data from Intelius?

To remove your data from Intelius, you can submit a formal opt-out request citing privacy laws like CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) or GDPR. You can do this manually on their website, or use Offlist.me to generate and send a strict legal deletion request instantly without creating an account.

Is Intelius a data broker?

Yes, Intelius is considered a data broker or people-search site. It aggregates public records and sells personal information such as addresses, phone numbers, and relatives. You have the right to remove this information for your safety and privacy.

Is it free to opt out of Intelius?

Yes. Under laws like CCPA and GDPR, Intelius is required to provide a free method for you to delete your personal information. You should never pay the broker itself for removal.

Don't stop at Intelius

Your personal data is likely exposed on over 203+ other data broker sites. Removing it from just one isn't enough to protect your privacy.