PeopleSearchNow.com Opt-Out

What Does People Search Now Do?

People Search Now functions as a composite people search database where a user can enter a name and general location and receive an extensive report tied to that individual. With only minimal input, the site can surface sensitive details such as bankruptcy filings, liens, judgments, criminal records, and other background information that many people do not expect to be so easily accessible.

The data shown in these reports is gathered from public records and third-party sources, meaning it is widely shared, frequently resold, and not always accurate or up to date. Because people search websites compile information from multiple databases, records may be incomplete, misleading, or incorrectly associated with the wrong person. While some consumers may consider requesting corrections, this approach is often time-consuming and unreliable. In most cases, opting out entirely is the more effective option, as it removes the profile rather than attempting to fix information that could continue circulating elsewhere.

How Can I Remove My Name From People Search Now?

People Search Now does not impose any special requirements for removing your name from its public search results. The opt-out methods available are free, do not require creating an account, and can be completed using a secondary or substitute email address. To be honest, using an alternative email or phone number is often the smarter move. It helps protect both personal and professional cybersecurity while still allowing the request to go through without issue.

That said, the opt-out options are not completely interchangeable. Submitting a request by email or by mail requires a profile URL to be included. A profile URL is the direct link to the specific People Search Now record you want removed. Without it, the request is unlikely to be processed. Instructions for locating your profile URL are provided in the People Search Now opt-out form section below, where the process is broken down step by step.

People Search Now Opt-Out Preliminaries

Opting out of People Search Now's public search results is fairly straightforward, though there are a few built-in hurdles that can slow the process if you are not prepared. Unlike many other people search websites, calling People Search Now does not connect you with a live representative and instead redirects you to the online opt-out form. Emailing is also somewhat misleading, as the company does not provide a public privacy email address. What they label as email contact is actually an in-browser messaging system. Mailed opt-out requests are another common sticking point and are often rejected if a direct profile URL is not included. As of 2025, one publicly available way to reach People Search Now's customer service team is through their in-browser contact form, making it the most reliable option for submitting an opt-out request.

Alternatively, call People Search Now on 888-553-5506.

How We're Opting Out of People Search Now: Step-by-Step

Use the People Search Now Opt-Out Form Online

People Search Now's online opt-out form automatically captures the profile URL as part of the process, which makes it the most straightforward option for most consumers. While it is possible to submit a written or in-browser message request, those methods still require a profile URL obtained through the search system. For that reason alone, using the online form tends to be easier and more reliable.

Step One

Open the People Search Now Remove Your Record page in a new browser tab. The top of the page explains how the opt-out process works, but the section you need is located farther down.

Step Two

Scroll to the permissions area and check both required terms boxes. Enter an accessible email address, ideally an alternative one rather than a personal or work email. Complete the CAPTCHA and click the "Opt Out My Info" button to continue.

Step Three

After the page refreshes, a people search bar will appear. Beneath it, italicized text prompts you to perform a search. Enter the required information, starting with a name and state, to generate matching results.

Step Four

The results page will display all possible records pulled from People Search Now's databases. Review the list carefully and locate the profile that matches your information. The orange names on the left are static and not clickable. Once you identify the correct record, select the "View All Info" button next to it. This step does not require creating an account.

Step Five

On the next page, look for the large red "Remove Record" button and click it. You will then be instructed to check your email for a verification message from People Search Now. The company notes that this email may take several hours to arrive.

Step Six

In many cases, the verification email arrives almost immediately. The message is sent from support@peoplesearchnow.com, which is not a public-facing inbox and is likely automated. Inside the email is a blue confirmation button that must be clicked to finalize the opt-out request.

Once the confirmation link is pressed, a new browser tab opens displaying a "Request Confirmed" message. At that point, no further action is required. People Search Now recommends waiting at least 72 hours before searching again. If the request is successful, your record will no longer appear in public search results. If the profile is still visible after that window, the next step is to contact People Search Now's customer service using the methods outlined below.

"Email" People Search Now Through Their Contact Form (Requires URL)

As mentioned above, consumers can also "email" their requests to People Search Now. The only way to do this is by using their online "Contact" page. This process requires a profile URL, and an optional redirect is meant to curb the desire to message them. Their privacy policy implies contacting them through this form is the only way to "email" them (section six). The contact form is also the only way to contact their support team (2025).

The contact form requires a profile URL; these URLs are linked to the profile page directly. People Search Now may reject the request without a URL based on "verifiability". Rejections like this are common for those without a direct URL. The argument is that they "don't know which record" should be suppressed, so they choose none. They also apply this reasoning to mailed-in requests. Written suppression requests must include these URLs, although their privacy policy does not state this.

Step One

Begin by locating your profile URL. Open the People Search Now homepage and enter a first and last name along with a state. Click the search icon to view available results.

Step Two

Find the record you want removed. On the right side of the listing, select the teal "View All Info" button. Right-click the button and copy the link address.

Step Three

After copying the profile URL, open the People Search Now Contact Us page. From the dropdown menu, select the option that best matches your request, typically "How do I remove my information from your site?" The page will change to display a contact form, along with a large button encouraging you to use the online opt-out form. To continue with the messaging process, ignore that button.

Step Four

Scroll beyond the horrid blue redirect and fill in the "Contact Us" form. Enter a full name, accessible email address, the profile URL, and a message. Check the CAPTCHA box, then click the less-horrid blue "Send Message" button at the bottom. Our message is a simple "Please remove my listing from your public search results".

The page does an automated refresh and returns the user to the beginning. This time, a small message reads a confirmation, although we entered an opt-out, not feedback. Nothing is left to do for this process; the customer service team should respond with an inquiry or acceptance.

Note: This avenue may result in a redirect to the online form, based on the characteristics of the policy hitherto. The response time for this procedure was not immediate, although human interaction is unlikely (2025).

Write to the People Search Now Offices (Include URL)

Consumers wanting a paper trail should write their requests to the physical offices. It's highly recommended to include the specific profile URL in the request. When ready to send your suppression request, send it to Michigan:

After Opting Out, There's More to Do

Opting out of People Search Now prevents the company from selling or sharing your personal information with affiliates, partners, and third parties and removes your record from public search results. However, opt-outs function as suppressions rather than permanent deletions. If new data is added in the future, another opt-out request may be required. To check the status of a current suppression, search for your name on the People Search Now homepage. A successful opt-out will return no matching results. This guide reflects the opt-out procedures described in People Search Now's privacy policy as of 2025.