How to Remove Yourself from Whitepages
Whitepages is one of the oldest and largest people search directories, with data on over 275 million people. They offer both free and premium search services that expose your personal information to anyone.
What Data Does Whitepages Collect?
Whitepages collects:
- Full legal name and aliases
- Current and historical addresses
- Phone numbers (including cell phones)
- Email addresses
- Age and birth year
- Family members and associates
- Property ownership records
- Court and criminal records (Premium)
- Social media profiles
- Neighbor information
Step-by-Step Opt-Out Instructions
- Find your listing. Go to whitepages.com and search for your name and location.
- Copy your profile URL. Click on your listing and copy the URL from your browser's address bar.
- Go to the suppression page. Visit whitepages.com/suppression-requests
- Paste your profile URL. Enter the URL you copied into the form.
- Select reason for removal. Choose your reason from the dropdown menu.
- Verify your phone number. Enter your phone number to receive a verification call.
- Enter the verification code. You'll receive an automated call with a code. Enter it on the website.
- Submit the request. Complete the process and wait for removal.
What to Expect After Opting Out
After submitting:
- Processing takes 24-72 hours
- You must opt out of Whitepages Premium separately
- Your data may reappear from new public record updates
- Check back quarterly to ensure continued removal
Additional Tips
- Phone verification is required - use your actual number
- Opt out of both Whitepages and Whitepages Premium
- Search variations of your name
- Also opt out from their data partners
Last updated: January 13, 2026