How to Remove Yourself from MyLife
MyLife is a controversial people search site that not only exposes personal information but also assigns "reputation scores" to individuals. This score can negatively impact how others perceive you, even if based on inaccurate information.
What Data Does MyLife Collect?
MyLife displays:
- Full name and aliases
- "Reputation Score" (often inaccurate and damaging)
- Current and past addresses
- Phone numbers
- Email addresses
- Age and birth date
- Relatives and associates
- Court and criminal records
- Social media profiles
- Education and employment
- Photos
Step-by-Step Opt-Out Instructions
- Find your profile. Go to mylife.com and search for yourself.
- Note your profile URL. Copy the URL of your profile page.
- Contact MyLife directly. Email [email protected] requesting removal of your profile. Include: - Your full name - Your profile URL - A clear request to remove all your information
- Call if needed. If email doesn't work, call (888) 704-1900 to request removal.
- Follow up. Keep records of all communications and follow up if not removed within 2 weeks.
- Send a formal letter. If still not removed, send a certified letter to their legal department.
What to Expect After Opting Out
After requesting removal:
- MyLife is notorious for making opt-out difficult
- Processing can take 2-4 weeks
- You may need to contact them multiple times
- They may try to upsell you on "reputation management"
- Document everything for potential legal action
Additional Tips
- MyLife is one of the hardest opt-outs
- Do NOT create an account or pay for their services
- Be persistent - they often ignore first requests
- Keep records of all communications
- Consider filing a complaint with the FTC if ignored
- Some people have had success with legal threats
Last updated: January 13, 2026