Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), Colorado Privacy Act (CPA), Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA), and similar state statutes, United States residents possess statutory rights to opt out of the commercial sale, sharing, and profiling of their personal information.
Important Notice Regarding Our Architecture
USA People Search is an independent referral directory and affiliate platform. We do not own, store, host, or query an internal consumer reporting database. When you search on USA People Search, your queries are securely referred to verified third-party partners (such as Spokeo), where the underlying public record searches are executed.
How to Opt Out and Remove Your Records from Third-Party Brokers
Because public records are aggregated by commercial data brokers from county clerk deeds, court dockets, phone carrier directories, and census gazetteers, removing your information requires submitting suppression requests directly to the source brokers:
1. Spokeo Opt-Out & Record Suppression
Spokeo maintains an automated opt-out system allowing individuals to remove their public record profile from Spokeo search results within 24 to 48 hours.
2. National Data Broker Registries
If you reside in California, Vermont, Oregon, or Texas, you may also consult the official state Department of Justice Data Broker Registries to request blanket suppression under state-mandated Delete Request legislation.
3. Direct Suppression Request to USA People Search
Although we do not maintain a personal records database, you may submit a request to ensure your contact inquiries, IP sessions, and browser telemetry are expunged from all web analytics.
Your Statutory Consumer Privacy Rights
| Right | Description | Application |
|---|---|---|
| Right to Know / Access | You have the right to request disclosure of personal data categories collected. | All States |
| Right to Delete | You may request the deletion of personal information retained by data processors. | CCPA, VCDPA, CPA |
| Right to Opt-Out of Sale | Direct businesses to stop selling or sharing your personal identifiers. | Mandatory (CCPA/CPRA) |
| Right to Non-Discrimination | You cannot be denied service or charged different pricing for exercising privacy rights. | Uniform Protection |
Consumer Privacy & Opt-Out FAQ
Common questions regarding CCPA rights, data broker suppression, and privacy timelines.
What is the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and CPRA?
The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), enhanced by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), grants California residents the right to know what personal data businesses collect, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of their personal information.
Does opting out of USA People Search remove my records from the internet?
No. USA People Search is an informational referral directory, not a database host. To remove your public records from search results, you must submit an opt-out directly to third-party data aggregators such as Spokeo, Whitepages, and LexisNexis.
How long does it take for Spokeo to remove my listing after opting out?
Spokeo's automated opt-out system generally processes data suppression requests within 24 to 48 hours following email verification of the removal link.
Why do my records reappear on people search sites after I opted out?
Data brokers regularly ingest newly published government records (such as property purchases, voter updates, or utility connections). If your name or address appears in a new public filing with minor spelling variations, a fresh profile may be generated, requiring a new opt-out.
Can I opt out if I live outside of California?
Yes. While California has pioneer legislation, states like Virginia (VCDPA), Colorado (CPA), Connecticut (CTDPA), Utah (UCPA), and Texas (TDPSA) provide similar rights. Furthermore, reputable search aggregators like Spokeo extend opt-out mechanisms to all US residents.
Do I have to pay a fee to opt out of people search directories?
No. State privacy laws prohibit commercial entities from charging consumers a fee to exercise their statutory opt-out and deletion rights. Legitimate removal processes are always 100% free.
What information is needed to submit a removal request?
Typically, you only need to locate your profile URL on the data broker's platform and provide a valid email address to receive and confirm the suppression verification link.
What are state Data Broker Registries?
States such as California, Vermont, Oregon, and Texas maintain official state registries where data brokers must register annually. Consumers can review these registries to identify all commercial brokers operating in their state.
Does opting out delete records from government courthouses or county clerks?
No. Opting out removes your listing from commercial search engines and public directories. Official government repositories (such as county property deeds, court dockets, and marriage archives) remain public under state freedom of information laws.
How can I contact the USA People Search privacy team?
If you have inquiries regarding privacy compliance, web telemetry suppression, or our affiliate directory practices, you can submit a message through our Contact page.
Privacy Compliance Inquiries
Response turnaround typically within 5–10 business days
If you have questions regarding our privacy compliance practices, FTC disclosures, or need assistance identifying public records brokers, contact our privacy compliance team directly at: