Background check · Opt-out guide

How to remove yourself from Intelius

Intelius sells background reports and people-search data sourced from public and commercial records.

Processing time

72 hours

Difficulty

Easy

ID required

No

What Intelius exposes about you

Full nameAddressesPhone numbersEmail addressesRelativesCriminal records

Opt out of Intelius in 4 steps

  1. 1

    Visit intelius.com/opt-out and search for your record.

  2. 2

    Select your listing.

  3. 3

    Enter your email address.

  4. 4

    Click the confirmation link Intelius sends to your inbox.

Open Intelius's official opt-out page

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Intelius opt-out FAQ

Is it free to opt out of Intelius?

Yes. Intelius is legally required to honor opt-out requests at no cost. Submitting the request yourself is free; it typically takes 72 hours to process.

How long does Intelius take to remove my data?

Intelius usually completes removals within 72 hours after you confirm your request.

Will my information come back on Intelius?

Often, yes. Data brokers re-acquire information from new public records and re-list people they previously removed. You should re-check every few months — or use a service like Eraze that monitors and re-removes automatically.

Does Intelius require my ID to opt out?

No. Intelius does not require a photo ID — you only confirm the request by email or phone.

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