How long does Spokeo take to remove your information?

Spokeo typically processes opt-out requests within 4-7 business days. However, your information may reappear if data brokers that feed Spokeo re-submit your records. Using a service like GhostVault ensures continuous removal across 500+ brokers simultaneously.

Does opting out of Spokeo remove you from all data brokers?

No. Opting out of Spokeo only removes you from Spokeo's database. There are 500+ registered data brokers that may still have your information. You would need to opt out of each one separately, or use a service like GhostVault that handles all of them simultaneously.

Will Spokeo re-list my information after I opt out?

Yes, Spokeo can re-list your information if it receives updated data from its sources, such as public records, social media, or other data brokers. This is why quarterly re-scans and re-removals are necessary for permanent privacy protection.

Why does Spokeo have my information?

Spokeo aggregates data from public records (court filings, voter registrations, property records), social media profiles, marketing databases, and other data brokers. It is legal in the US for companies to compile and sell this information, which is why removing yourself requires active opt-outs.

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Spokeo Opt Out: How to Remove Yourself From Spokeo (2026)

January 18, 20265 min read

Spokeo is a people-search site with heavy traffic in the US. It pulls public records, social profiles, and data broker feeds to build profiles that include your name, address, phone numbers, relatives, age, email addresses, and estimated income. The business model is selling access to those profiles.

What Spokeo Shows About You

Full name and age
Current and past home addresses
Phone numbers (mobile and home)
Email addresses
Relatives and household members
Social media profiles
Estimated income
Property records

How to Opt Out of Spokeo: Step-by-Step

Go to spokeo.com/optout in your browser.
Type your full name in the search box and click Search.
Find your listing in the results — look for the one with your correct address and age.
Click on your listing to open your profile.
Copy the full URL from your browser's address bar.
Return to spokeo.com/optout and paste the URL into the removal field.
Enter your email address (we recommend using a secondary email address).
Click "Remove This Listing".
Check your email for a verification message from Spokeo and click the confirmation link.

Difficulty & Timeline

Difficulty: Easy Time: ~5 minutes Removal timeline: 24–72 hours after email verification

If You Have Multiple Listings

Spokeo often has duplicate profiles for the same person pulled from different data sources. Repeat the process for each listing you find. Search with variations of your name — middle name, maiden name, initials — to catch all records tied to you.

Will Spokeo Re-Add My Information?

Yes. Spokeo continuously harvests new public records. Your profile can reappear within 3–6 months as new records are published. Manual opt-outs are not permanent — you would need to repeat the process or use a service that monitors and resubmits removals on your behalf. Spokeo is just one of hundreds of data broker sites; see our background check opt-out guide for a broader list.

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