People search · Opt-out guide

How to remove yourself from PrivateEye

PrivateEye is a people-search service exposing addresses, phone numbers, and relatives from public records.

Processing time

7–14 business days

Difficulty

Easy

ID required

No

What PrivateEye exposes about you

Full nameAddressesPhone numbersRelatives

Opt out of PrivateEye in 4 steps

  1. 1

    Find your listing on PrivateEye and note the record.

  2. 2

    Go to privateeye.com/static/view/optout.

  3. 3

    Complete the opt-out form with your details and email.

  4. 4

    Confirm the request through the verification email.

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PrivateEye opt-out FAQ

Is it free to opt out of PrivateEye?

Yes. PrivateEye is legally required to honor opt-out requests at no cost. Submitting the request yourself is free; it typically takes 7–14 business days to process.

How long does PrivateEye take to remove my data?

PrivateEye usually completes removals within 7–14 business days after you confirm your request.

Will my information come back on PrivateEye?

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 PrivateEye require my ID to opt out?

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

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