How to Opt Out of TruthFinder

TruthFinder is a widely used background check and people search service that compiles public records into detailed personal reports. Owned by PeopleConnect, the site exposes your criminal history, contact information, employment records, financial data, and much more to paying subscribers. Removing your information from TruthFinder requires navigating their suppression system — a process that takes about 10 to 15 minutes. This guide walks you through every step.

What Information Does TruthFinder Collect?

TruthFinder aggregates an extensive range of personal data from public records and other sources. A TruthFinder report on you may contain:

• Full name, maiden names, and known aliases
• Criminal records — arrests, convictions, and mugshots
• Contact information — phone numbers and email addresses
• Address history spanning years or even decades
• Employment and education history
• Court records — civil judgments, traffic violations, and more
• Social media activity and online profiles
• Real estate and property records
• Financial history including bankruptcy reports
• Marriage and divorce records
• Relatives and known associates

TruthFinder pulls this data from government databases, court systems, social media platforms, commercial data providers, and other public record sources. The depth of information available in a single TruthFinder report makes it one of the most comprehensive — and potentially damaging — data brokers operating today.

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

TruthFinder's opt-out process uses the PeopleConnect Suppression Center (since TruthFinder is a PeopleConnect property). The process takes approximately 10 to 15 minutes. Follow these steps carefully:

1. Visit TruthFinder's homepage. Go to www.truthfinder.com and scroll down to the "TruthFinder Resources" section at the bottom of the page.
2. Access the privacy tools. Click "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" to reach the privacy options page.
3. Open the Suppression Center. Click "View Public Data Tools" and then select "Manage My Suppression Rules." This will redirect you to the PeopleConnect Suppression Center.
4. Enter your email address. In the Suppression Center, type in your email address and agree to the terms of service. Click "Continue."
5. Verify your email. Check your inbox for a verification email from PeopleConnect. Click the "Verify Email" link to proceed.
6. Enter your date of birth. Provide your accurate date of birth when prompted. This information is used to match your records and cannot be changed later.
7. Add alternative names (optional). If you have used any other names (maiden name, nicknames, etc.), add them to ensure all associated records are found.
8. Select your matching record. Review the list of records presented and select the one that matches your personal information.
9. Complete identity verification. Depending on your case, you may be asked to verify your identity through an additional email or phone verification step.
10. Suppress your record. In the "Desired Behavior" dropdown menu, select "Suppressed" and click "Save" to finalize your opt-out request.

Processing Time

TruthFinder processes suppression requests within 48 hours. After this period, search for your name on TruthFinder to verify that your profile no longer appears in results. The entire opt-out process — from accessing the Suppression Center to completing all verification steps — typically takes 10 to 15 minutes of active time. If your profile still appears after 48 hours, try clearing your browser cache and searching again, or contact TruthFinder support for assistance.

Important Notes and Gotchas

• Date of birth is permanent. Once you enter your date of birth in the Suppression Center, it cannot be changed. If you enter it incorrectly, you may not be able to match your records properly. Double-check before submitting.
• Covers multiple PeopleConnect sites. Because TruthFinder is owned by PeopleConnect, your suppression request through the PeopleConnect Suppression Center also covers Instant Checkmate and Intelius. This is a rare advantage in the world of data broker opt-outs.
• Data can reappear. TruthFinder continuously collects new public records. If their system acquires new data that it does not associate with your suppressed profile, a new listing may be created. Regular monitoring is essential.
• The process is intentionally convoluted. The multi-step process involving the TruthFinder homepage, privacy tools page, and PeopleConnect Suppression Center is unnecessarily complex. This is by design — data brokers benefit when fewer people complete the opt-out process.
• Identity verification may be required. Some users are asked to complete additional identity verification via email or phone. This step varies and may not be required for everyone.
• Only removes data from TruthFinder's network. Even though the PeopleConnect suppression covers three sites, your data likely exists on dozens of other unrelated data brokers that each require separate removal requests.

How PrivacyOn Automates This Process

TruthFinder's opt-out process is one of the more complex ones out there, involving multiple redirects, email verifications, and a multi-step suppression workflow. And that is just one site — your personal data is likely listed on hundreds of other data brokers that each have their own removal process.

PrivacyOn takes care of everything automatically:

• Scans 190+ data broker sites — including TruthFinder and all other PeopleConnect properties — to identify every listing containing your personal information
• Navigates complex opt-out workflows — Our system handles multi-step processes like TruthFinder's PeopleConnect Suppression Center, including email verification, CAPTCHA completion, and form submissions
• Monitors for re-listings continuously — When TruthFinder or any other broker re-adds your data from newly acquired public records, PrivacyOn detects it and submits a new removal request automatically
• Provides complete visibility — Track every removal request, see which brokers had your data, and monitor your privacy status through our real-time dashboard

Background check sites like TruthFinder expose some of your most sensitive personal information — criminal records, financial history, and court filings. PrivacyOn ensures these records are continuously suppressed across every major data broker, giving you lasting privacy protection without the manual effort.