How to Remove Yourself from Intelius

Intelius is a major people search engine that sells background checks, reverse phone lookups, and detailed personal reports. They've been around since 2003 and have built a massive database. Their opt-out process works, but it's slower than most. They take their sweet time processing requests.

Last updated March 18, 2026

> Quick Reference

Go to Opt-Out Page →

Difficulty

Moderate

Time

10 minutes

Verification

email

Re-lists?

3-6 months

What Intelius publishes about you

nameaddressphoneagerelativescriminal recordsproperty records

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> What to do

  1. 1

    Go to the Intelius opt-out page

    Navigate to the Intelius opt-out page. You'll find a search tool specifically for locating your record in their database.

    Intelius Opt-Out →
  2. 2

    Find your record

    Enter your name and state. Browse through the results. Intelius often has multiple records per person, especially if you've moved around. Look for the one with your current address and age.

  3. 3

    Submit your opt-out request

    Select your record and provide your email address. You'll need to verify your email, so use a real one. Submit the request and watch for a confirmation email.

  4. 4

    Verify via email

    Click the verification link in the email from Intelius. This confirms your opt-out request. Without this step, your request won't be processed. Check spam if you don't see it.

  5. 5

    Check back after processing

    Intelius can take up to 72 hours to process removals. Search for yourself again after a few days to confirm your listing is gone. If it's still there, submit another request.

> Where Intelius gets your data

Intelius is owned by PeopleConnect, the same parent company behind Classmates.com and other data services. They aggregate public records, court filings, property records, and commercial data. They also cross-reference phone directories and voter registration records. The parent company operates multiple people search brands, so opting out of Intelius alone won't cover all of them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Intelius connected to other people search sites?▼
Yes. Intelius is owned by PeopleConnect, which also runs USSearch, iSearch, and Classmates.com. Opting out of Intelius only covers Intelius. You'll need separate requests for the others.
How long does Intelius take to remove my data?▼
They say up to 72 hours, but some users report it taking up to a week. If your profile hasn't been removed after 7 days, submit a new request.
Can I remove a background check from Intelius?▼
Opting out removes your profile from search results. The underlying public records that feed background checks are still available through other channels. Intelius won't include you in future search results though.
Does Intelius charge for opt-out?▼
No. The opt-out is free. Don't fall for any site that claims you need to pay to be removed from Intelius. The official opt-out page is completely free to use.

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