TruthFinder Opt-Out

What is TruthFinder?

TruthFinder is a data broker and a people search platform that compiles public record information into paid reports. In a way, it feels like a search engine. You type in a name, address, email, or phone number, and the site returns results tied to that person. The difference is what happens next. Instead of showing links like Google, TruthFinder packages the information into a report you typically have to pay to view. The process is fast. A basic search can take only a few seconds, and within a couple of minutes, a user may be looking at a long list of details associated with a target.

Once people realize how much information can be surfaced, they often start searching for answers like "how to remove myself from TruthFinder" or "how to remove my name from TruthFinder". That's where opting out comes in. TruthFinder offers two main opt-out paths. One route involves interacting directly with TruthFinder's own removal process. The other uses a broader system called the PeopleConnect Suppression Manager, which can apply suppression across multiple affiliated sites. If you want to jump straight into action, skip ahead to the step-by-step section.

Requirements for Opting Out of TruthFinder

There are no formal prerequisites to remove information from TruthFinder, beyond one essential step: verification. You can only remove or modify a profile if you can reasonably prove that you are the person tied to the record. That verification gate is non-negotiable, and it's where most delays tend to happen.

It's also worth understanding the bigger structure at play. TruthFinder is owned by PeopleConnect.

Opting out through PeopleConnect's suppression system can affect multiple affiliated websites at once, not just TruthFinder. That can be a benefit if your information appears across several PeopleConnect-owned platforms. On the flip side, companies outside that network operate independently and require their own separate opt-out requests.

From a practical standpoint, the process is accessible. Anyone with a working browser and email address can complete the opt-out steps. The same general flow applies whether you're using a desktop computer, a laptop, or a modern smartphone. No special software is needed. Just patience and a willingness to follow through to the verification step.

How We're Opting Out of TruthFinder

At a high level, TruthFinder provides two main opt-out paths. The first uses an in-browser removal form hosted on the TruthFinder site. The second redirects users to the PeopleConnect Suppression Center, which is managed by PeopleConnect. All PeopleConnect-owned services rely on this central system once a suppression request is initiated.

There is also a more direct route. Consumers can submit opt-out requests by email to privacy@truthfinder.com or privacy@peopleconnect.us. This option appeals to those who prefer written records or want to minimize interaction with web forms. The sections that follow break down each of these methods step by step, with visual references where available, so it's easier to choose the path that fits your situation.

One important note before proceeding. Both TruthFinder and PeopleConnect allow consumers to request full deletion of personal information, not just suppression. Deletion removes all data the entities have on file, which can be appealing if you're trying to prevent future exposure. The tradeoff is subtle but real. When a record is fully deleted, any existing suppression requests tied to that history are also erased. If the data is later re-collected, the opt-out process may need to be started again from scratch.

How to Opt-Out of TruthFinder: Step-by-Step Guide

Email TruthFinder's Privacy Team Directly

Consumers who prefer not to use an in-browser form can submit an opt-out request by emailing TruthFinder's privacy team directly. This route is often chosen by people who want a written paper trail or who are cautious about entering information into online forms. According to TruthFinder's privacy policy, email requests must include specific verification elements. If those elements are missing or unclear, the request may be delayed or denied. In practical terms, the email should clearly identify the record owner and state exactly what action is being requested.

Format the message using the template below, replacing the highlighted sections with the appropriate personal details before sending. Agent responses typically arrive within 48 hours. Once the privacy team confirms that the request has been processed, you can move on. To verify the outcome, check the status of the suppressed record using the Control Report Visibility page referenced in the next section. If you prefer not to wait on email responses or need broader suppression across affiliated sites, continue to the next opt-out method.

Email PeopleConnect's Privacy Team Directly

PeopleConnect follows the same privacy policy framework as TruthFinder. Even so, it's worth treating this request as its own submission rather than copying the previous email word for word. Small adjustments help clarify intent and reduce back-and-forth.

When emailing PeopleConnect, be clear, specific, and restrained. The goal is verification, not overexposure. Replace the bracketed sections below with accurate information that matches the records you want removed.

Email: privacy@peopleconnect.us

Subject: Opt-Out Request

Email Body:

Hello,

My name is [Full name]. I am requesting that my personal information be removed from PeopleConnect and its affiliated services. Please have an agent process this request. Consumer Information:

• [Full name and any known aliases]

• [Addresses associated with the record, including city, state, and ZIP code]

• [Telephone numbers associated with the name]

• [Valid email addresses, including the one used to contact TruthFinder if applicable]

• [If applicable, include specific profile URLs you want suppressed.]

Please let me know if additional information is required to complete this request.

Thank you,

[Full name]

Responses from PeopleConnect typically arrive within 48 hours. This turnaround time is similar to TruthFinder's, likely because both entities share support infrastructure. Once the request is submitted, move on to the next section to learn how to verify whether the record has been suppressed using the Control Report Visibility page. Verification matters. It's the only way to be sure the request didn't stall quietly in the background.

Use TruthFinder's In-Browser Form

Step One

Open truthfinder.com/privacy-center in a new tab or window; this page is called "User Data", from it a user may execute various types of privacy rights over their information. TruthFinder's in-browser form is the second section of this page, entitled "Right to Opt-Out":

Step Two

Locate the setting labeled "Share user data". Click the dropdown to expand the options, then change the status to "DO NOT Share User Data". Enter the email address associated with the record you want to suppress and click "Save Preference".

After a short pause, the dropdown, email field, and button will disappear. In their place, a confirmation message appears stating that your preference request has been submitted.

At this point, no further action is required on the page. The preference is immediately logged in the system and begins taking effect. TruthFinder typically follows up with a confirmation email, which is covered in the next section.

Get Redirected from TruthFinder to the Suppression Center

Some users may instead land on truthfinder.com/suppression-center. This page offers two distinct paths. One option redirects back to the TruthFinder Privacy Center, where users can complete the in-browser opt-out form and manage additional data-sharing settings. The other option routes users to the PeopleConnect Suppression Center, which is managed by PeopleConnect and applies suppression across multiple affiliated sites. Both routes are valid. The best choice depends on whether you want to opt out only from TruthFinder or apply suppression more broadly across PeopleConnect-owned platforms.

Use the PeopleConnect Suppression Center

The PeopleConnect Suppression Center is an in-browser wizard that walks you through record verification and suppression settings. It is accessible through suppression.peopleconnect.us/login and is commonly used to suppress records across PeopleConnect-owned services, including TruthFinder.

Step One

Enter an email address to begin. Using a throwaway or alternative email is a smart extra layer of protection for privacy requests. Check the box agreeing to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, then click "Continue". The wizard will collapse and display a message indicating that a verification email has been sent.

Step Two

Open your email inbox and locate the automated message from no-reply@verifications.peopleconnect.us. The email includes a "Verify Email" button. Click it to continue.

Step Three

A new tab opens to a page titled "Date of Birth". A notice explains that the date entered cannot be changed later. Enter the date of birth associated with the record, confirm the verification indicator, and click "Continue".

Step Four

The next page will be entitled "Legal Name". Enter the first, middle, and last name of the suppression target. Check the "This is my legal name" box (if it is), then "Continue" again:

Step Five

The system will generate a "Matching Records" list. Depending on how many records match your details, you may see one option or several. Each listing includes a small selection circle on the left.

Step Six

Select the circle next to the correct record. The record box should highlight to show it has been selected. Click "Continue" when ready.

Step Seven

A "Verification" page appears next. The verification indicator must show as green before you can proceed. Once it is verified, click "Continue".

Step Eight

You will arrive at the Suppression Center control page. Your record details are displayed again alongside a setting labeled "Desired Behavior". By default, this often reads "Displayed". On-screen instructions explain how to change the status to suppression.

Step Nine

Open the drop-bar and select the status "Suppressed", then follow up with a click on "Save":

Step Ten

Once the process completes, this page may reload or require a manual refresh. After reloading, the record information should be the same, with the bolded word now reading "suppressed" and the "Desired Behavior" also reading "Suppressed":

And that's it; the whole process, step-by-step, all the information necessary for suppressing public records from PeopleConnect (and TruthFinder). Those who go this route will not receive a follow-up email. Instead, check the record status using the "Suppression Settings" page; more about that below.

Delete Your Information (and History) From Both

Some consumers want more than suppression. They want the last twelve months of collected information erased entirely. That option exists, but it's one to approach carefully. Deleting your data removes the record history outright, and it also clears any suppression status tied to that record. If new or incorrect information surfaces later, it can generate a fresh profile with no prior protections in place.

Deletion also does not prevent third parties from creating new records based on incomplete or inaccurate public data. It solves a very specific problem, but it's not a permanent shield.

Deletion options are available through the Privacy Centers for both TruthFinder and PeopleConnect. Each follows a similar flow. You'll be asked to enter a valid email address, verify ownership, and change the status of your data to deletion by selecting "Delete My User Data". If complications arise, both entities allow follow-up through their respective privacy email channels.

Follow-Up Emails and Statuses

Verification occurs at two different points in these processes, and both rely on email confirmation. Completing these steps on a desktop or laptop is usually easier, especially when switching between browser tabs and inboxes.

When using TruthFinder's in-browser form, a final confirmation email is sent to complete the request. The deletion does not move forward until that email is confirmed. With PeopleConnect, email verification happens early in the Suppression Center workflow. From that point on, the system assumes the same verified user is making all subsequent changes, which is why no additional confirmation emails are sent later. Instead, status checks are handled directly within the control panel.

To review suppression or deletion status, return to the PeopleConnect control panel and select "Suppression Settings" in the top right corner. This opens the Control Report Visibility page, which separates records into Verified Matches and Unverified Matches.

If suppression or deletion was processed correctly, the verified record will appear under Verified Matches with a clear status indicator showing "Suppressed". In most cases, users practicing good privacy hygiene will see little or nothing listed under Unverified Matches.

That's the full picture. The process looks more complex than it really is. Someone comfortable navigating web forms and email verification can usually complete everything in just a few minutes. This guide reflects the current opt-out and deletion procedures outlined in the combined privacy policies of TruthFinder and PeopleConnect as of 2025.