How to Opt Out of Intelius
Intelius is a background-check and people-search service that sells detailed reports containing address history, phone numbers, email addresses, relative connections, and possible criminal records. Intelius is part of the PeopleConnect family of sites, which also includes TruthFinder and BeenVerified. This guide explains the step-by-step process to submit a removal request and suppress your public record from Intelius's search results.
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Why opt out of Intelius?
Intelius reports are marketed to individuals and businesses for background checks, meaning your personal information may be viewed by potential employers, landlords, or anyone else willing to pay for a report. Three risks are particularly noteworthy. First, Intelius compiles decades of address history, giving a detailed picture of where you have lived — information that could be used to locate you or your family. Second, email addresses linked to your name are exposed, increasing your risk of phishing and targeted spam. Third, Intelius often surfaces data that users believed was private, such as information from older online profiles or historical voter records.
Quick facts
| Type of site | Background check / people-search |
| Data shown | Address history, phone, email, relatives, criminal records |
| Opt-out method | Online removal form + email verification |
| Typical removal time | Up to 72 hours |
How to opt out of Intelius
- Go to the Intelius opt-out page. Navigate to intelius.com/optout. This is the dedicated suppression form — not the general contact or help page.
- Enter your name and state. Search for your full name and select the state where you currently live or where your primary listing appears.
- Find and select your record. Review the results and click on the profile that matches your information. If multiple listings exist for your name, you will need to handle each one.
- Click the opt-out button. On the record detail page, click the opt-out or remove option. You will be prompted to provide an email address.
- Enter your email and complete verification. Provide a valid email address and solve any CAPTCHA challenge. Submit the form to trigger the verification email.
- Click the confirmation link. Open the confirmation email from Intelius and click the verification link. The removal is not finalized until this step is completed.
- Verify removal after 72 hours. Return to intelius.com and search your name to confirm your profile has been suppressed. Contact their support team if the listing still appears.
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What to expect after opting out
Intelius typically processes removal requests within 72 hours of email confirmation. Your profile will be suppressed from search results, but this does not affect the underlying public records that Intelius sourced from government databases. If you are also listed on other PeopleConnect sites (TruthFinder, BeenVerified, CheckPeople), you will need separate opt-out submissions for each. Monitor your Intelius listing every few months, as fresh data ingestion can sometimes recreate a profile.
Frequently asked questions
Does an Intelius opt-out also remove me from TruthFinder?
No. Although Intelius and TruthFinder are both owned by PeopleConnect Inc., each property maintains its own database and opt-out system. You must submit separate removal requests on each site.
How do I remove my information if I cannot find my listing in the search results?
Try variations of your name — with and without a middle initial, or using a maiden name. Also try previous cities or states where you lived. If you still cannot find a record, your information may not currently be indexed on Intelius.
Will Intelius notify me when my removal is complete?
Intelius does not always send a completion notification beyond the initial confirmation email. The best way to verify removal is to search your name on the site after the 72-hour processing window has passed.
Can I opt out on behalf of someone else, such as a family member?
Intelius's opt-out form requires a valid email address for verification, and the link is sent to that address. You could complete the process for a family member if you have access to an email address that can receive the confirmation. Alternatively, they can complete the process themselves.
Does Intelius sell data to other companies?
Intelius uses third-party data providers to compile its records, and the underlying data sources also supply other broker sites. Removing yourself from Intelius does not prevent those source providers from selling your data to other downstream brokers.
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