EmailFinder.com is a people-search platform that aggregates public records, social profile data, criminal history, and bankruptcy records to create detailed profiles on individuals. Because EmailFinder is owned by PeopleSmart, you cannot opt out directly on the site — removal must be done through PeopleSmart's opt-out portal.
What Information Does EmailFinder Display?
EmailFinder compiles data from a wide range of public and commercial sources. A typical profile on EmailFinder may include:
- Full name and known aliases
- Current and past addresses
- Phone numbers
- Email addresses
- Age and date of birth
- Relatives and associates
- Criminal history records
- Bankruptcy and financial records
- Social media profile data
Because the site presents this information openly, it can be found by anyone — employers, strangers, scammers, or people you'd prefer not to hear from. Taking your listing down is a straightforward process once you know where to go.
EmailFinder Is Owned by PeopleSmart
EmailFinder does not maintain its own opt-out form. Since it operates under PeopleSmart, all removal requests must be submitted through the PeopleSmart opt-out page at peoplesmart.com/optout-go. Completing the opt-out there will remove your listing from EmailFinder as well.
How to Opt Out of EmailFinder: Step-by-Step
The opt-out process goes through PeopleSmart's portal and takes only a few minutes to complete. Here's exactly what to do:
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Visit the PeopleSmart opt-out page:
Navigate to peoplesmart.com/optout-go. This is the official removal portal for both PeopleSmart and its affiliated sites, including EmailFinder.
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Search for your listing:
Enter your first name, last name, and state to locate your profile. If multiple records appear, look for the one that matches your current details.
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Select "That's The One":
When you identify the record that belongs to you, click the "That's The One" button next to it. If you have multiple listings, you will need to complete the opt-out separately for each one.
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Select the person to remove:
Confirm the individual whose record you want removed and proceed to the next step.
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Complete the CAPTCHA:
Solve the CAPTCHA challenge to verify you are a real person submitting the request.
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Enter your email address:
Provide an email address where PeopleSmart can send your opt-out confirmation. Consider using a secondary or disposable email to avoid sharing more personal data in the process.
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Check your email and confirm:
Open the confirmation email from PeopleSmart and click "Complete Opt Out". This finalizes your request. If you don't see the email within a few minutes, check your spam or junk folder.
How Long Does Removal Take?
According to PeopleSmart, your information will be deleted within 72 hours of confirming your opt-out request. After that window, search your name on EmailFinder.com to verify your listing has been removed.
Your Data May Be Re-Added Over Time
Even after a successful opt-out, your information can reappear on EmailFinder if PeopleSmart ingests new public records data that includes your details. Plan to recheck every few months and resubmit the opt-out if your listing resurfaces.
California Residents: Additional Options
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). You can submit a deletion request through the DROP (Delete Request and Opt-Out Platform), California's official data deletion platform, available at privacy.ca.gov. This service allows you to send opt-out and deletion requests to multiple data brokers registered with the state — including PeopleSmart — from a single form.
Other Sites That May Have Your Data
EmailFinder is one of hundreds of people-search and background check sites that may be displaying your personal information right now. Other common sites include BeenVerified, Spokeo, Whitepages, Intelius, MyLife, and many more. Each has its own opt-out process, timelines, and verification requirements.
Manually opting out of each site is time-consuming — and since data can reappear, it's an ongoing task rather than a one-time fix.
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Tips for a Successful Opt-Out
- Use a secondary email address: When submitting your opt-out request, consider using a dedicated email that you use only for data removal requests. This prevents you from exposing your primary email to yet another data platform.
- Search for name variations: If your name has common misspellings, maiden names, or shortened versions, search for those too. Each variation may have a separate listing that needs its own opt-out request.
- Check back after 72 hours: Once the removal period has passed, search for yourself on EmailFinder.com again to confirm the listing is gone. If it still appears, resubmit the opt-out through PeopleSmart.
- Document everything: Take screenshots of your opt-out submission and confirmation email. This creates a paper trail if you need to escalate your request or file a complaint with a state privacy authority.
- Set a recurring reminder: Data brokers regularly refresh their records. Set a calendar reminder every two to three months to check whether your information has reappeared on EmailFinder or PeopleSmart.
PrivacyOn handles the entire process for you. It continuously monitors over 100 data broker and people-search sites, automatically submits removal requests on your behalf, and re-checks to make sure your data stays off these platforms — including EmailFinder and PeopleSmart. Instead of spending hours tracking down and submitting individual opt-outs every few months, PrivacyOn keeps your information off the web so you don't have to think about it.