How to remove your personal info from TruePeopleSearch
Stop TruePeopleSearch (truepeoplesearch.com) from selling your address, phone number, and relatives' info. Here is the safest way to opt out.
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No name, email, or sign-up needed. Click below and we'll open a ready-to-send removal request in your own inbox, citing your legal right to deletion. Just fill in your name and email where marked, then send it directly to TruePeopleSearch.
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Manual DIY Removal vs. OfflistMe Instant Request Generation
While opting out of TruePeopleSearch directly is free under privacy laws, your personal data remains live across 90+ other people-search engines.
| Feature / Effort | Manual DIY Opt-Out | OfflistMe Instant Requests |
|---|---|---|
| Time required | ~22 Hours (15 min x 90+ sites) | ⚡ 30 Seconds |
| Number of forms to submit | 90+ separate web forms | 1-Click execution |
| Email & ID verifications | 90+ confirmation emails & ID steps | Sent directly from your inbox |
| Re-exposure monitoring | None (must re-check manually) | Continuous quarterly sweep |
| Subscription commitment | Free (High manual labor) | One-Time or Annual (No Sub Trap) |
Quick Answer: To remove yourself from TruePeopleSearch for free: (1) Find your profile URL at truepeoplesearch.com, (2) Navigate to truepeoplesearch.com/removal, (3) Enter your profile link and email, and (4) Click the verification link sent to your inbox. Removals take effect in 24–72 hours.
What is TruePeopleSearch?
TruePeopleSearch is one of the most widely used free people-search engines in the US. Unlike paid background-check services, it displays full names, phone numbers, current and past addresses, email addresses, and relatives completely for free, making it a common resource for cyberstalkers, doxxers, and scammers. TruePeopleSearch is operated by Mississippi Tornado Alley, LLC, the same entity behind FastPeopleSearch, USPhoneBook, and 8 other sibling sites.
Why your data appears on TruePeopleSearch
TruePeopleSearch aggregates voter registration records, property deeds, court filings, and commercial data purchases. Because it shares a back-end with its sibling sites (FastPeopleSearch, CyberBackgroundChecks, etc.), removing yourself from TruePeopleSearch alone will not remove you from those sites, each requires a separate request.
How do I remove myself from TruePeopleSearch?
- Step 1: Search for your listing. Go to truepeoplesearch.com in an incognito window. Search your full name and state. Find the listing that matches your current information.
- Step 2: Open your profile and copy its URL. Click on your listing. Copy the full URL from the browser address bar, you will need it to submit the removal request.
- Step 3: Go to the opt-out page. Navigate to truepeoplesearch.com/removal. This is TruePeopleSearch's self-serve removal portal. No account is required.
💡 Tip: TruePeopleSearch sometimes moves or hides this link. If the URL above redirects, look for "Do Not Sell My Personal Information" or "Opt Out" in the page footer.
- Step 4: Enter your profile URL and email. Paste your listing URL into the form field. Enter a working email address for verification. Click "Send Verification Email."
- Step 5: Verify via email. Check your inbox for a TruePeopleSearch verification email. Click the confirmation link. The removal request is not processed until this link is clicked.
- Step 6: Wait 24–72 hours. TruePeopleSearch is one of the faster removals, most listings come down within 24 hours. Check in a private browser after 72 hours to confirm.
- Step 7: Address sibling sites separately. Submit separate removal requests for FastPeopleSearch (fastpeoplesearch.com/removal), USPhoneBook (usphonebook.com/opt-out), and CyberBackgroundChecks (cyberbackgroundchecks.com/removal), they share the same operator but each requires its own form.
How long does TruePeopleSearch removal take?
Most TruePeopleSearch listings come down within 24–72 hours of clicking the email verification link, making it one of the fastest data-broker removals in 2026.
| Scenario | Timeframe |
|---|---|
| Best case | 24 hours |
| Typical | 24–72 hours |
| Data reappears | Every 3–6 months |
What should I do if TruePeopleSearch removal fails?
If your listing is still live after 5 days: (1) Re-submit the removal form, your verification email may have expired or landed in spam. (2) Email support@truepeoplesearch.com with the subject "CCPA Deletion Request", include your full name, listing URL, and citation to California Civil Code § 1798.105. (3) For persistent non-compliance, file with the California AG at oag.ca.gov or use OfflistMe to generate a formal legal removal request.
The Faster Alternative: Automated Removal
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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| Metric | Status | Verdict |
|---|---|---|
| Removal Cost | FREE | Mandated by Law |
| Time to Process | 24 hours | Estimated |
| Difficulty Level | 2/5 | Easy (Automated) |
| ID Verification | Not Required | Low Privacy Risk |
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