How does GhostVault stop spam calls?

Americans received 52.5 billion robocalls in 2025, according to the YouMail Robocall Index. Spam callers source phone numbers primarily from data broker sites that aggregate and sell personal information. GhostVault removes your phone number, home address, and personal details from 500+ data broker and people-search sites — cutting off the supply chain that feeds spam callers. Most users report a significant reduction in spam calls within 30–60 days of removal.

Can GhostVault prevent identity theft?

Yes. The FTC received 1.1 million identity theft reports in 2024, with total consumer fraud losses hitting $12.5 billion — a 25% increase over the prior year (FTC Consumer Sentinel Network Data Book 2024). Identity thieves routinely use data broker sites to obtain personal details — full name, address, phone number, relatives, and employment history — before committing fraud. GhostVault removes this data from 500+ broker sites and monitors for reappearance, materially reducing the personal information available to bad actors.

How long does it take to remove my information?

GhostVault's scan delivers results instantly — no waiting period. Automated CCPA deletion requests are sent to data brokers immediately upon subscription. Under the California Consumer Privacy Act, brokers are legally required to process deletion requests within 45 days. In practice, most major brokers (Spokeo, Whitepages, BeenVerified) remove listings within 7–14 days. GhostVault monitors your listings continuously and re-submits removal requests whenever your data reappears.

Which data broker sites does GhostVault remove me from?

GhostVault targets 500+ data broker and people-search sites — more than double the coverage of most competitors. This includes all major brokers: Spokeo, Whitepages, BeenVerified, TruePeopleSearch, Intelius, Radaris, PeopleFinders, MyLife, FastPeopleSearch, Nuwber, PeopleLooker, and hundreds of smaller aggregators and resellers. The global data broker market was valued at approximately $277–$303 billion in 2024, according to multiple industry research firms including Grand View Research and ResearchAndMarkets, making comprehensive removal coverage essential.

Is the scan really free?

Yes. GhostVault's exposure scan is completely free — no credit card, no account required. The scan checks your name against 500+ data broker databases and returns a detailed report showing exactly which sites have your phone number, home address, relatives, and other personal information. Paid removal starts at $3.99/month, making GhostVault the most affordable full-coverage data removal service available in 2026.

How much does GhostVault cost?

GhostVault costs $3.99/month on a monthly plan, or $39/year ($3.25/month) on the annual plan. This makes it the lowest-priced comprehensive data removal service in the market — cheaper than Incogni ($6.49/month annual), OneRep ($8.33/month annual), DeleteMe ($10.75/month annual), and PrivacyDuck ($8.25/month annual). All plans include unlimited removal requests, continuous monitoring, and breach alerts.

How long does PeopleFinders take to process an opt-out?

PeopleFinders typically processes opt-out requests within 24-48 hours after email verification. The removal form is found at peoplefinders.com/manage.

Does PeopleFinders require phone verification to opt out?

No. PeopleFinders only requires email verification for opt-out, making it one of the simpler processes among major data brokers.

What information does PeopleFinders show about you?

PeopleFinders shows full name, current and historical addresses, phone numbers, age, relatives, and in some cases criminal records and court filings. Removing your record prevents this information from being sold to anyone who searches your name.

Do I need to opt out of PeopleFinders separately from other brokers?

Yes. Each data broker has its own opt-out process. Removing yourself from PeopleFinders does not remove you from Spokeo, BeenVerified, or the hundreds of other brokers that may have your data. GhostVault handles opt-outs across 500+ brokers at once.

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Opt-Out Guide

PeopleFinders Opt Out: Remove Your Info in 5 Minutes (2026)

February 6, 20265 min read

PeopleFinders has been around since 1997 and holds records on over 250 million people. It pulls from the same public sources most brokers use -- voter registration, property records, court filings, phone directories. Search your name on Google and there's a good chance a PeopleFinders result appears on the first page.

What PeopleFinders Shows About You

Full name and age
Current and past addresses
Phone numbers
Relatives and associates
Criminal records summary
Property records
Neighborhood data

How to Opt Out of PeopleFinders

Go to peoplefinders.com/opt-out (or search "PeopleFinders opt out" to find the direct link).

Enter your first name, last name, and state.

Click "Search" to find your records.

Locate your listing in the results — verify by checking your address and age.

Select your record and click "Next".

Enter your email address on the verification page.

Check your email inbox for PeopleFinders' confirmation message.

Click the confirmation link to complete your opt-out.

Removal is typically processed within 3–5 business days.

Difficulty

Easy

Time

~5 minutes

Removal

3–5 business days

PeopleFinders' Premium Reports

One opt-out covers everything. PeopleFinders' free preview listings and paid background reports are both removed when you submit a single removal request.

What If My Listing Doesn't Appear?

If your name doesn't show up in the opt-out search, try a few variations: with and without a middle name, your current state versus a previous one, or a maiden name or former last name. If nothing comes back, your data may not be in their consumer-facing database.

You're on 500+ Sites, Not Just PeopleFinders

PeopleFinders is one of 500+ sites that publish your personal information. GhostVault removes you from all of them — automatically, and keeps you removed.

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Related Opt-Out Guides

Spokeo Opt-Out Guide →BeenVerified Opt-Out Guide →Background Check Opt-Out →What Is a Data Broker? →GhostVault Pricing →