UniCourt Opt-Out: Delete Your Records (2026)
UniCourt is a legal data and court records platform that indexes federal and state court filings, case details, and associated party names. If you have been a party to legal proceedings and want your personal information restricted or removed from UniCourt's index, this guide explains how to submit a privacy request.
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Why opt out of UniCourt?
Court records are technically public documents, but UniCourt's platform makes them dramatically more searchable than traditional courthouse systems. Three concerns stand out. First, UniCourt displays your full name, address, and the nature of legal disputes to anyone who performs a name search, without requiring a subscription in many cases. Second, even resolved or dismissed cases remain indexed indefinitely unless you actively request suppression, meaning old disputes follow you online. Third, UniCourt is often used by employers, landlords, and investigators conducting background research, so a court case that should not affect your reputation can surface prominently in professional contexts.
Quick facts
| Type of site | Court records / legal data aggregator |
|---|---|
| Data shown | Case names, party names, case type, court details, filing dates |
| Opt-out method | Privacy request via UniCourt contact or privacy page |
| Typical removal time | 7–30 days |
How to opt out of UniCourt
- Search for your name on UniCourt. Go to unicourt.com and search your full name. Review the results to identify which cases or records list your personal information.
- Note the case or record URLs. Open each relevant record and copy the URLs. You will need these to reference specific cases in your removal request.
- Locate UniCourt's privacy contact. Visit unicourt.com and navigate to the Privacy Policy or Contact page to find the appropriate channel for privacy or suppression requests.
- Submit a written removal or suppression request. Email UniCourt's privacy team with your name, the case record URLs, and a clear request to suppress or remove your personal data from their public index.
- Reference applicable privacy rights. Cite your state privacy law (such as CCPA for California residents) or, where relevant, the underlying court's expungement order if one exists.
- Follow up. If you do not receive an acknowledgment within 10 business days, follow up. Ask for written confirmation of any suppression action taken.
Steps current as of 2026; if the broker has changed their flow, see their current privacy or opt-out page.
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What to expect after opting out
UniCourt's response time for privacy requests can range from one week to thirty days. Note that court records are public domain documents; UniCourt may decline full removal but can in some cases apply suppression so records are less prominently indexed. If a court has issued an expungement or sealing order, providing a copy of that order significantly strengthens your removal request. Data on UniCourt can be re-pulled if courts push updated records to the platform.
Frequently asked questions
Can UniCourt remove court records that are part of the public record?
UniCourt can suppress how prominently records appear in its search index, but it may not delete all references to public documents. A court-issued expungement or sealing order provides stronger grounds for removal.
Are all court cases visible on UniCourt?
UniCourt indexes federal and state court records, though coverage varies by jurisdiction. Not all cases are fully indexed; it depends on whether the relevant court provides electronic access.
How do I find which cases UniCourt has listed for me?
Search your full name at unicourt.com. Reviewing multiple pages of results is worthwhile if your name is common.
Does UniCourt require payment to view my case records?
Some searches on UniCourt are available without a subscription; others require a paid account. The opt-out process itself does not require payment.
Can I suppress court records on UniCourt even if they are accurate?
You can submit a suppression request regardless of accuracy. UniCourt evaluates requests on a case-by-case basis. Accuracy alone is generally not sufficient grounds for removal, but privacy concerns or expungement orders can be.
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