OfficialUSA.com Opt-Out

What Does OfficialUSA Do?

OfficialUSA is an online information directory that primarily connects users to government-related resources and public record links. Compared to most people search websites, consumer records are less emphasized, and the platform functions more as a reference hub than a full profile-based database.

That said, OfficialUSA may still display limited consumer information. This data is not collected or maintained directly by OfficialUSA. Instead, it is sourced from third-party data providers, most commonly BeenVerified, which aggregate public records and related data.

Unlike many people search engines, OfficialUSA does not focus on selling or actively sharing consumer data. Its role is largely passive, displaying information after it has already been collected by a data patron.

Despite the name, OfficialUSA is not affiliated with any federal or state government agency. Some information shown on the site may originate from public offices such as county clerk offices or other government entities, but OfficialUSA does not obtain this data directly. It simply publishes records after they have been aggregated by BeenVerified or another provider.

For more complete data removal, consumers are generally advised to submit an opt-out request with OfficialUSA first, then complete a separate opt-out with BeenVerified to reduce the likelihood of their information appearing elsewhere.

Stipulations for Your OfficialUSA Opt-Out

There are multiple ways to remove personal information from OfficialUSA, and none require creating an account or paying a fee. Removal is handled through an opt-out request, which asks the company and any applicable affiliates to stop sharing, selling, or displaying information associated with a consumer. How these requests are processed can depend on a person's location, since state privacy laws influence the outcome. Currently, residents of California, Virginia, Colorado, and Connecticut are legally entitled to successful opt-out results, though each state applies its own rules.

Opt-out requests are generally treated in one of two ways. Some are handled as deletion requests, where the existing record is removed once the request is approved. This does not prevent the same information from being collected again in the future if it reappears in public records or other data sources. Deletion-based opt-outs typically require a follow-up request every six months to remain effective.

Other opt-outs are treated as suppression requests, meaning the information is hidden from public search results rather than permanently erased. While new data may still be aggregated behind the scenes, it will not appear in searches during the suppression period. These opt-outs usually last about one year, which means consumers should plan to return annually and submit new requests as needed to keep their information out of public view.

Options to Remove Information from OfficialUSA

There are several ways to remove personal information from OfficialUSA, though only two methods are handled directly through the company's own processes. Consumers with special circumstances who need assistance from an OfficialUSA representative can contact the support team by email. Response times vary and may range from a few days to several weeks, depending on request volume.

For most people, the fastest and most reliable option is using the OfficialUSA online removal tool. This self-service method allows individuals to submit an opt-out request without creating an account or paying a fee, making it the primary route for standard data removal requests.

The guides below also include a dedicated section for BeenVerified opt-out options. BeenVerified uses a single omniform that applies across both its people search and property search databases, allowing consumers to reduce their data exposure across multiple listings at once

How to Remove My Name from OfficialUSA: Step-by-Step

Email Your Opt-Out Request to the Customer Service Team

Cybersecurity-cautious consumers could email their opt-out requests. OfficialUSA and BeenVerified utilize website behaviors as a public data-gathering method; users must email their requests to circumvent interacting with them. Send the request from an alternative email to further solidify the separation between your actual information and internet data monitoring.

Consumers must send the email to OfficialUSA or BeenVerified, not simultaneously, since BeenVerified does not oversee OfficialUSA's data privacy management. Right-click to copy and paste the elements below into an email creator, exchanging highlighted areas for authentic details before sending.

Opt-Out with the OfficialUSA Online Removal Tool

Consumers will find a straightforward opt-out solution by accessing the OfficialUSA removal tool. Before opening the form, users can collect the URL from the results page following an OfficialUSA search or alter the predictable link.

Other people search websites that dedicate singular profile pages to a consumer's data, but OfficialUSA does not. The results page from an OfficialUSA search shows all relevant data about the possible consumer. In other words, submitting "John Snow" may result in one or more results pages listing data associated with multiple consumers. Results alternate between blue and pink but do not refer to anything.

The URL at the top of the page, https://www.officialusa.com/names/firstname-lastname/, is the link needed for the opt-out form. Searching to get the link above may seem trivial; however, if the record does not appear on the site when searched, there's nothing to remove. In cases like this, consumers should jump to BeenVerified's opt-out process to eliminate more exposed information. Meanwhile, those continuing the OfficialUSA opt-out should open the form in a new tab.

Step One

Submit your name in the space provided, followed by an accessible email. Into the URL area, enter the link provided, exchanging the highlights for the name attached to the information: https://www.officialusa.com/names/firstname-lastname/. Add the address associated with the record, then click the blue "Next Step" button.

Step Two

The following page will show the consumer records from the URL in a condensed format. Select one of the records by clicking the circle on the left of the option, then click the blue "Remove" button. That's it; the page refreshes and displays "Success!" Multiple records can be opted out of using this method (up to five). However, consumers must make each request individually. Allow a week to pass before verifying the impact, and up to two for Google and Bing.

Remove Even More Data by Opting Out with BeenVerified's Forms

BeenVerified plays a major role in how consumer information circulates online. As a data broker, it maintains direct access to large databases and provides data services to smaller affiliates and partner platforms. BeenVerified offers two separate services: a people search that displays consumer records and a property search that shows historical and ownership-related information. Each service requires its own opt-out request unless you use their combined option.

Consumers can remove their data by submitting the people search opt-out form and then completing the property search opt-out form separately. However, the fastest and most efficient option is the Omni form, which applies an opt-out request to both services at the same time. The steps below explain how the Omni process works. For a more detailed breakdown of BeenVerified removal options, refer to the full BeenVerified opt-out guide or open the Omni form in a new browser tab.

Step One

When the form opens, select "Do Not Sell My Information" from the Request Type dropdown. This option places the record under suppression rather than permanent deletion, meaning the information is hidden from public search results but could reappear if new data is collected. Enter your first and last name, a valid email address, your age for verification, and your residential street address, including city, state, and ZIP code. Once all fields are complete, click the green "Continue" button.

Step Two

The next page will display possible records that match the information you entered. Review the list carefully and locate the record that applies to you. When you find it, click the green "Proceed to Opt Out" button associated with that listing.

Step Three

You'll then have the option to add any additional information you want suppressed, such as new phone numbers or updated details. Use the dropdown arrows to include extra data if needed. When finished, check the "This is me" box, complete the CAPTCHA, and click the green "Remove My Info" button to submit the request.

Step Four

Although the website will display a confirmation message, the process is not complete yet. Check the email address you submitted earlier for a message from BeenVerified. Open it and click the green confirmation button inside to finalize your request. Responses typically arrive within a few days, though some requests may take up to a month. Because new records can appear over time, it's a good idea to check back annually and submit a new opt-out request if necessary.

After Opting Out, Return to Verify the Results

After submitting an opt-out request, it's important to verify that the removal was actually processed. Don't rely solely on confirmation messages. Wait a few days, then search for the same record to confirm it no longer appears. Before checking, clear your browser's cache and browsing history, since stored data can cause outdated results to show up and make it look like the opt-out failed.

Responses from either OfficialUSA or BeenVerified can take anywhere from a few days to up to a month. When an opt-out is successful, the record should no longer appear in public searches on the site. However, search engines may continue to display cached versions of the page for a short time.

In most cases, it can take an additional one to two weeks for removed records to disappear from Google and Bing search results. This guide reflects the opt-out and verification processes outlined in the privacy policies of OfficialUSA and BeenVerified as of 2024.