How to Remove Yourself from DOBSearch
DOBSearch is a people search engine that specializes in providing dates of birth alongside other personal information. They make it easy to look up someone's age and birthday, which is a key piece of identity theft data. Opting out protects this sensitive information from public exposure.
What Data Does DOBSearch Collect?
DOBSearch collects and prominently displays dates of birth, full names, current and past addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, relatives, and associates. Their focus on birth dates makes them particularly concerning for identity theft risk, as date of birth is a commonly used identity verification element.
Step-by-Step Opt-Out Instructions
- Go to https://www.dobsearch.com and search for your name
- Find your listing in the results
- Note the details displayed
- Go to https://www.dobsearch.com/people-finder/pf_manage_record.php
- Enter the required information to locate your record
- Select 'Remove My Record' option
- Follow the prompts to complete the removal
- Your record should be removed within 24-72 hours
What to Expect After Opting Out
DOBSearch processes removal requests within 24-72 hours. Your date of birth, name, and other personal information will be removed from their search results. This removal is important because date of birth is frequently used for identity verification.
Additional Tips
Having your date of birth publicly available increases your identity theft risk significantly. After removing from DOBSearch, check other sites that display birth dates like FamilyTreeNow and Nuwber.
Last updated: February 10, 2026