Remove yourself from US Search: steps, timeline, and what comes back (2026)
At a glance
- What US Search is people-search site
- Parent company / network PeopleConnect Holdings (owned by H.I.G. Capital)
- Opt-out difficulty Moderate - multi-step identity verification but a single request covers the whole PeopleConnect network
- Opt-out URL https://suppression.peopleconnect.us/
- Verification required Email
- Time to removal within 72 hours, up to 10 business days
- Does data come back? Yes, typically reappear as new source data is ingested
- Read time 5 min
Most relevant if this is you: Privacy for families
US Search sells access to personal data on millions of Americans: full name, age/DOB, current and past addresses, phone numbers. The free preview confirms your identity. The paid report hands over the dossier. No verification of who is searching or why.
What is US Search?
A people-search and background-report site that lets anyone look up addresses, phone numbers, relatives, and public records by name.
What sets US Search apart is that it surfaces information most people do not realize is publicly available. A single search reveals your home address, the names of your family members, and your approximate age. All without any verification of who is searching, or why.
What data US Search has on you
A US Search profile can include a surprisingly detailed picture of your life. Here is what they typically display:
- full name
- age/DOB
- current and past addresses, often going back 10 to 20 years
- phone numbers, landline and mobile, sourced from commercial providers and public records
- relatives/associates, family members and known associates, often with links to their profiles
- public records
Not every profile contains all categories. Depth depends on what public records exist in your jurisdiction and how much commercial data has been linked to your identity. For most adults with any public record history, US Search has enough to paint a detailed picture.
Prefer it handled for you? Delist finds your US Search listing, files the opt-out, and re-checks and re-files if it comes back — start with a free scan.
How to opt out of US Search: step by step
- Go to the PeopleConnect Suppression Center at suppression.peopleconnect.us
- Enter your email address and click Submit
- Open the verification email from PeopleConnect and click the verify link within 15 minutes
- Enter your date of birth and confirm the declaration
- Enter your full legal name (add aliases/maiden names)
- Select your matching record
- Complete any secondary verification (code via email/SMS)
- Set Desired Behavior / Visibility to 'Suppressed' and click Save
How long does US Search removal take?
After you complete the opt-out, US Search typically processes removals within 72 hours, up to 10 business days.
The catch: your data comes back
The most important thing to understand about US Search removal: it is temporary.
Suppression hides the record but PeopleConnect continuously re-ingests public records; data can reappear as new source data is ingested. Choosing 'delete' instead of 'suppress' removes your suppression flag, so suppression is preferred.
Data can return after an opt-out if the broker later ingests a new record. Whether and when that happens varies by company and source. Periodic checks can catch re-listings; a monitoring service can re-file when supported.
This is the part Delist handles. US Search is one of dozens of sites holding your information, and removals do not stay removed on their own. Delist finds where you are exposed, files each opt-out, and re-checks for re-listings — re-filing when your data comes back.
See what US Search shows about you →What US Search's opt-out does not cover
- Other brokers are not affected. Removing yourself from US Search does nothing to intelius.com, truthfinder.com, instantcheckmate.com, or the dozens of other sites where your data is exposed. Each requires its own opt-out.
- Cached copies may persist. Google and other search engines may cache your US Search profile for days or weeks after it is removed. Use Google's content removal tool to request de-indexing.
- Multiple profiles may exist. If you have lived in multiple states, changed your name, or have multiple phone numbers, US Search may have built separate profiles for each variation. Search and opt out of each.
Tips for a successful opt-out
Use a dedicated email. Use an alias or a separate account for removal requests. Keeps your primary inbox out of US Search's system and keeps confirmation emails organized.
Search every angle. Do not just search by name. Try phone number and email too. You may have more than one listing.
Set a calendar reminder. Your data can return if the broker ingests new source records. Set a recurring reminder to re-check and re-submit. Tedious but necessary if you are doing this manually.
Document the request. Screenshot the confirmation page and save the confirmation email. Useful if you ever need to prove you requested removal.
Frequently asked questions
How long does US Search take to remove my information?
After completing the opt-out, US Search typically processes removals within 72 hours, up to 10 business days.
Does US Search put my data back after I opt out?
Suppression hides the record but PeopleConnect continuously re-ingests public records; data can reappear as new source data is ingested. Choosing 'delete' instead of 'suppress' removes your suppression flag, so suppression is preferred.
Is the US Search opt-out free?
Yes. US Search's opt-out process is free. You do not need to pay or create an account to request removal of your listing.
What's the difference between US Search and intelius.com?
Both are part of the same corporate network, but each maintains separate listings and may require separate opt-out requests.
Do I have to opt out of US Search if I use Delist?
No. Delist handles the US Search opt-out for you, along with removals across dozens of other data brokers, and monitors for re-listings.
Steps current as of 2026-06-22. Verify on US Search's official opt-out page.
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