Been Verified Opt Out Guide
Having your details listed on BeenVerified can be frustrating, especially when sensitive information like phone numbers or past addresses is displayed publicly. The good news: you can submit a DIY opt-out request to remove your profile. For faster, ongoing protection, Vanish Me offers an automated removal service that manages BeenVerified and other sites for you.
What is Been Verified?
BeenVerified is a data broker and background check service founded in 2007, headquartered in New York. The company compiles data from public records, social networks, property databases, and other online sources to create searchable profiles on individuals.
Users can look up information by name, phone number, email, or address. A typical BeenVerified report may include phone numbers, past and current addresses, relatives, criminal history, property ownership, and even social media accounts. The service is often marketed for reconnecting with old friends, verifying contacts, or conducting background checks for personal use.
Like other data brokers, BeenVerified has raised concerns due to the sensitive personal data it exposes. It operates on a subscription model, with many users reporting frustration around recurring charges. Importantly, BeenVerified is not an FCRA-compliant Consumer Reporting Agency, meaning its information cannot legally be used for hiring, housing, credit, or insurance decisions. Many people choose to opt out of BeenVerified to prevent their private details from being so easily accessed online.
How to Remove Your Information from BeenVerified (Step by Step)
Step 1: Go to the BeenVerified opt-out page. Search for your listing. Enter your first and last name, along with your state, to find your profile.
Step 2: Choose your record. Review the results and click on the record that matches your personal information. Click “Proceed to Opt Out”
Step 3: Submit removal request. Provide your email address and select “Send Verification Email” to proceed.
Step 4: Confirm via email. BeenVerified will send you a confirmation email. Open it and click the verification link to finalize your opt-out. Afterwards, you’ll receive a verification email like so:
How Long Does BeenVerified Take to Remove Your Info?
BeenVerified usually processes opt-out requests within 24–48 hours. Some removals are visible right away, but it may take a few business days before your information no longer appears in search results. Like other data brokers, BeenVerified refreshes its database, which means your details could show up again later. If you don’t want to keep checking back and repeating the process, Vanish Me can automatically manage your BeenVerified opt-outs and keep your information private.
