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How to Remove Yourself from PrivateEye (Step-by-Step)

PrivateEye is a background check and people search service that aggregates criminal records, property data, court filings, and contact information. What makes them especially frustrating is their opt-out process: there's no online form. You have to send your removal request by fax or postal mail. It's 2026 and they want you to find a fax machine. Here's how to get through it.

Last updated March 18, 2026

> Quick Reference

Go to Opt-Out Page →

Difficulty

Hard

Time

20-30 minutes

Verification

mail

Re-lists?

Unknown

ID required

What PrivateEye publishes about you

nameaddressphoneagecriminal recordscourt recordsproperty

Before you start: PrivateEye is just one of dozens of sites listing your data. Search your name on EXPOSE to see everywhere you are listed. One scan, 30 seconds.

> What to do

1
Find your PrivateEye listing
Search for yourself on PrivateEye.com to confirm they have your data. Note the specific details shown in your profile so you can reference them in your removal request.
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2
Write your removal request letter
Draft a letter requesting removal of your personal information. Include your full legal name, current address, date of birth, and a clear statement that you want all records associated with your identity removed from their database. Reference CCPA or your state's privacy law.
3
Include a copy of your ID
PrivateEye may require a copy of a government-issued ID to verify your identity. Redact your ID number and photo if you're uncomfortable sharing them. Include only enough to confirm your name and address match. If you'd rather not send ID upfront, try without it first. They'll tell you if they need it.
4
Send via fax or mail
Fax your request to the number listed on their site, or mail it to their physical address. If you don't have a fax machine (who does?), use an online fax service. Keep a copy of everything you send and note the date.
5
Follow up via email
If you don't receive confirmation within 30 days, send a follow-up email referencing your original request. Include the date you sent it and the method (fax or mail). Mention your rights under applicable privacy law.
6
Verify removal
Search for yourself on PrivateEye again after 4-6 weeks. If your profile is still showing, escalate by filing a complaint with your state's attorney general consumer protection office.

> Where PrivateEye gets your data

PrivateEye collects from criminal justice databases, county court systems, property deed records, DMV records (where legally accessible), and commercial data aggregators. They compile comprehensive background check profiles that include criminal history, court appearances, property ownership, and address history. Their data sources are extensive, which is why their profiles tend to be more detailed than typical people search sites.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why doesn't PrivateEye have an online opt-out form?▼

Some background check companies deliberately make opt-out difficult to discourage removal requests. The fax/mail requirement creates friction that reduces the number of people who follow through. It's not a technical limitation. It's a business decision.

Do I really need to send my ID?▼

Try submitting without it first. Some people have had success with just a detailed letter. If they push back and require ID, redact everything except your name and address. You don't need to share your ID number or photo.

Will PrivateEye re-list me?▼

It's unclear. Their re-listing practices aren't well documented since so few people go through the hassle of their removal process. If you do get re-listed, the same fax/mail process applies again.

Can I use an online fax service?▼

Yes. Services like eFax or FaxZero let you send faxes from your computer. Some offer free trials that are enough for a single opt-out request.

Done with PrivateEye? You probably have 20 to 40 more broker listings to remove.

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> Quick Reference

> What to do

Find your PrivateEye listing

Write your removal request letter

Include a copy of your ID

Send via fax or mail

Follow up via email

Verify removal

> Where PrivateEye gets your data

See everywhere your data is listed

Frequently Asked Questions