How to Remove Yourself from TruthFinder
TruthFinder is a background check and people search service that provides detailed personal reports to paying subscribers. They are owned by PeopleConnect and aggregate public records with other data sources. Opting out removes your information from their searchable database and paid reports.
What Data Does TruthFinder Collect?
TruthFinder collects names, addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, criminal records, arrest records, court records, sex offender registry data, social media profiles, dating site profiles, property ownership, vehicle records, professional licenses, education history, and known associates. Their reports often include dark web monitoring results showing if your data has appeared in data breaches.
Step-by-Step Opt-Out Instructions
- Go to https://www.truthfinder.com/opt-out/
- Enter your first name, last name, city, and state
- Click 'Search' to find your record
- Review the results and select your listing
- Click 'Remove This Record'
- Enter your email address for verification
- Complete the CAPTCHA
- Submit the opt-out request
- Check your email and click the confirmation link
- Allow 1-2 weeks for the removal to process
What to Expect After Opting Out
TruthFinder will process your removal request within 1-2 weeks after email verification. Your information will be removed from their search results and will no longer appear in reports generated for subscribers. You will receive an email confirmation when the removal is complete.
Additional Tips
TruthFinder is part of the PeopleConnect family along with Instant Checkmate and PeopleSmart. Submit separate opt-out requests for each service. Also search for variations of your name (maiden name, middle name) to ensure all records are removed.
Last updated: February 10, 2026