How to Remove Yourself from 411.com

411.com is an online white pages and yellow pages directory that provides phone numbers, addresses, and business listings. They are one of the oldest online directory services and have accumulated extensive consumer contact data. Opting out removes your listing from their people search and reverse lookup features.

What Data Does 411.com Collect?

411.com collects names, home addresses, phone numbers (landline and mobile), business addresses, business phone numbers, and basic demographic information. They source data from public telephone directories, white pages databases, and commercial data providers. Their reverse lookup feature allows searches by phone number or address.

Step-by-Step Opt-Out Instructions

  1. Go to https://www.411.com and search for your name or phone number
  2. Find your listing in the results
  3. Click on 'Privacy' or 'Remove Listing' option
  4. Follow the prompts to submit an opt-out request
  5. You may be directed to their data provider's opt-out page
  6. Enter the required verification information
  7. Submit the removal request
  8. Allow a few days for the listing to be removed

What to Expect After Opting Out

411.com typically processes removal requests within a few days. Your name, phone number, and address will be removed from their directory. Both the forward search (by name) and reverse search (by phone) results will be suppressed.

Additional Tips

411.com is one of many online white pages directories. After removing your listing here, check Whitepages, AnyWho, and Switchboard for similar listings. Contact your phone carrier to request an unlisted number for more permanent protection.

Last updated: February 10, 2026