Public Data Opt Out Guide
PublicData compiles government and court records that could expose personal details you’d rather keep private. Thankfully, you can request removal using their opt-out form in just a few minutes. For continuous monitoring and automatic resubmissions, Vanish Me can handle PublicData removals for you.
What is Public Data?
PublicData is an online data broker and public records search service that provides access to government filings, court records, driving histories, and other sensitive data. It compiles records from multiple jurisdictions into searchable profiles that anyone can view.
Marketed as a convenient way to access official records, PublicData has been criticized for exposing personal details to the public without consent. Because its database is updated frequently, your information may reappear after removal.
For individuals concerned about privacy, opting out of PublicData is an important step toward protecting personal data from exposure.
How to Remove Your Information from Public Data (Step by Step)
Step 1: PublicData doesn’t have a straightforward online removal form. You’ll need to submit a written request or email asking for deletion. Here’s an email template that you can use to send to their email address:
Send to: support@publicdata.com
Dear PublicData,
I am formally demanding the immediate removal of my personal information from your website, PublicData.com, and all associated databases. Under applicable state and federal privacy and consumer protection laws, including but not limited to the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and relevant state privacy statutes, I assert my rights to have this data permanently deleted.
Please remove any and all records connected to the following information:
Full Name: [Your Full Name]
Date of Birth: [Your Date of Birth]
Current Address: [Your Address]
I request written confirmation within ten (10) business days that:
My information has been fully removed from PublicData.com.
It will not be republished or shared with affiliates or third parties.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
[Your Full Name]
[Your Email Address]
After you send your request, wait for their confirmation. They typically respond within 7–10 business days, but it may take longer for your data to disappear from search results.
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How Long Does Public Data Take to Remove Your Info?
PublicData typically removes records within 7–10 business days. However, because the site regularly refreshes its information from government sources, deleted records may return over time. To keep your data permanently suppressed, Vanish Me can monitor and re-submit removals for PublicData automatically.
More Brokers Still Have Your Information
Removing your details from Public Data is an important milestone, but it doesn’t completely protect your privacy. Your personal data is often published across dozens of people-search sites, and each one requires its own opt-out request.
Here are a few other guides to help you continue the process:
Working through these removals one at a time will greatly reduce your exposure and help you stay in control of your information. To save yourself time, sign up for Vanish Me to automate the data broker removal process.
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