How to Remove Yourself from InfoTracer

Introduction: What is InfoTracer and Why Your Data is There

InfoTracer is a people search engine and public records aggregator that collects, compiles, and sells access to personal information about millions of Americans. Operating as a subscription-based service, InfoTracer allows anyone willing to pay a monthly fee to search for detailed background information on individuals, including addresses, phone numbers, criminal records, court documents, property ownership, and even potential relatives.

Your data appears on InfoTracer because the company systematically harvests information from thousands of public sources—county clerk offices, court records, DMV databases, voter registration files, property tax records, and professional licensing boards. They then cross-reference this data with information purchased from other data brokers to create comprehensive profiles. The result is a detailed digital dossier about you that's available to anyone with a credit card.

The implications go beyond simple privacy concerns. InfoTracer profiles have been used by stalkers, identity thieves, and scammers to target victims. Former addresses can reveal patterns of movement, phone numbers enable harassment campaigns, and family connections expose potential social engineering attack vectors. Even if you've never heard of InfoTracer, there's a strong likelihood your information is already in their database, indexed and ready for purchase.

The good news? Under various privacy laws including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and similar state legislation, you have the right to request removal of your personal information from InfoTracer's database. While the process requires patience and attention to detail, it's entirely possible to delete your InfoTracer profile—and this guide will walk you through every step.

Step-by-Step InfoTracer Removal Process

Removing yourself from InfoTracer requires following their specific opt-out procedure. Unlike some data brokers that make removal intentionally difficult, InfoTracer does provide a documented process, though it still requires manual effort and verification.

Step 1: Locate Your InfoTracer Profile

Before you can remove your information, you need to find your exact listing. This is crucial because InfoTracer requires you to identify the specific URL of the profile you want removed.

• Navigate to infotracer.com in your web browser
• Use the search function to look up your name
• Add your city or state to narrow results if you have a common name
• Browse through the search results to find profiles that match your information
• Click on any profiles that appear to be yours
• Copy the exact URL from your browser's address bar—you'll need this for the opt-out request

Important note: InfoTracer may have multiple listings for you, especially if you've lived at different addresses or used name variations. You'll need to submit a separate opt-out request for each distinct profile URL.

Step 2: Access the InfoTracer Opt-Out Page

InfoTracer's official opt-out mechanism is located at a specific URL that's not prominently advertised on their main site.

• Navigate directly to infotracer.com/optout or look for their "Privacy Policy" link at the bottom of any InfoTracer page
• Scroll to the section titled "How to Opt-Out" or similar language
• Locate the opt-out form or instructions

As of this writing, InfoTracer requires you to submit opt-out requests through their designated system rather than via email or phone.

Step 3: Complete the Opt-Out Request Form

The InfoTracer opt-out form requires specific information to process your removal request:

• Paste the exact profile URL you copied in Step 1 into the designated field
• Enter your email address—use an email you check regularly, as InfoTracer will send verification instructions
• Provide your first and last name exactly as it appears on the profile
• Review the information for accuracy
• Complete any CAPTCHA or verification challenge
• Click the "Submit" or "Send Verification Email" button

Step 4: Verify Your Email Address

InfoTracer uses email verification to prevent malicious removal requests. This is actually a reasonable security measure that ensures someone can't remove your information without your knowledge.

• Check the inbox of the email address you provided
• Look for an email from InfoTracer (check spam/junk folders if it doesn't arrive within 5 minutes)
• Open the verification email
• Click the verification link provided in the email
• You should be redirected to a confirmation page indicating your opt-out request has been received

Pro tip: If you don't receive the verification email within 15 minutes, check that you entered your email address correctly and try submitting the opt-out form again.

Step 5: Repeat for Additional Profiles

If you found multiple InfoTracer profiles in Step 1, you must repeat this entire process for each distinct URL. This is time-consuming but necessary—each profile is treated as a separate record in their system.

Create a simple tracking spreadsheet with columns for:

• Profile URL
• Date submitted
• Email verification completed (yes/no)
• Date to check for removal

This helps ensure you don't miss any profiles and can track the status of multiple removal requests.

What Information InfoTracer Collects

Understanding the scope of data InfoTracer aggregates helps explain why removal is so important. InfoTracer profiles can include:

Personal Identifiers:

• Full legal name and known aliases
• Current and previous addresses (often going back decades)
• Phone numbers (landline and mobile)
• Email addresses
• Date of birth and age
• Photos (from public sources and social media)

Family and Associates:

• Names of relatives and possible relatives
• Current and previous addresses of family members
• Associates and neighbors
• Relationship information

Public Records:

• Criminal records and arrest records
• Court documents and case filings
• Traffic violations
• Property ownership records
• Liens and judgments
• Bankruptcy filings
• Professional licenses
• Voter registration information

Financial Indicators:

• Estimated income ranges
• Property values
• Mortgage information
• Business ownership records

Online Presence:

• Social media profiles
• Professional networking profiles
• Domain registrations
• Online business listings

InfoTracer sources this information from over 20 billion public records, according to their marketing materials. They continuously update their database, which means even after removal, your information could reappear if they harvest updated public records containing your data.

How Long InfoTracer Removal Takes

The InfoTracer removal timeline consists of several phases:

Immediate (0-5 minutes): After submitting your opt-out request, you should receive the verification email almost instantly. If it doesn't arrive within 15 minutes, there may be an issue with the email address or the request didn't process correctly.

Verification phase (0-24 hours): You have a limited window to click the verification link in the email. InfoTracer typically provides 24-48 hours before the verification link expires, though this isn't explicitly stated in their policy.

Processing phase (5-10 business days): According to InfoTracer's privacy policy, they process opt-out requests within approximately 5-10 business days after email verification. During this time, your profile should be removed from public search results on their site.

Complete removal (up to 30 days): While the profile may disappear from search results within 10 days, complete removal from all InfoTracer systems—including cached data and backup systems—can take up to 30 days.

Important considerations:

• "Business days" excludes weekends and holidays, so a request submitted on Friday afternoon might not begin processing until the following Monday
• High request volumes may extend processing times
• InfoTracer's systems may take additional time to fully propagate the removal across all servers
• Search engines like Google may cache your old InfoTracer profile page for weeks or months after removal, even though the actual InfoTracer page no longer exists

The Federal Trade Commission has noted that data broker removal timelines vary significantly, with some companies taking 60-90 days or longer. InfoTracer's stated 5-10 business day timeframe is relatively reasonable compared to industry standards, though actual results may vary.

How to Verify InfoTracer Removal

After the stated removal period has passed, you need to confirm your information has actually been deleted. Data brokers sometimes fail to process removal requests due to technical errors, system issues, or simple oversight.

Method 1: Direct URL Check

The most reliable verification method is checking the specific profile URL you submitted for removal:

• Wait at least 10 business days after clicking the verification email
• Open a private/incognito browser window (this prevents cached results)
• Paste the exact profile URL you submitted for removal
• If removal was successful, you should see an error page, "Profile not found" message, or be redirected to InfoTracer's homepage
• If the profile still appears with your information, the removal request may not have processed correctly

Method 2: Fresh Search

Perform a new search on InfoTracer to check for any remaining or new profiles:

• Use a private/incognito browser window
• Go to infotracer.com
• Search for your name with your city or state
• Review all results carefully
• Check for profiles that might use name variations (nicknames, middle names, maiden names)

What to do if your profile still appears:

• Verify that you completed the email verification step
• Check your email for any correspondence from InfoTracer about the removal request
• Submit a new opt-out request using the same process
• Document the issue with screenshots showing the profile still exists and your original removal request date
• Consider contacting InfoTracer's support team directly if the profile persists after a second removal attempt

Method 3: Third-Party Monitoring

Consider using a Google Alert to monitor for your name appearing on InfoTracer:

• Set up a Google Alert for: `"your name" site:infotracer.com`
• Choose "as-it-happens" or daily notifications
• You'll receive alerts if Google indexes any InfoTracer pages containing your name

This helps catch situations where InfoTracer re-adds your information from updated public records sources.

Preventing Future InfoTracer Listings

Removing your current InfoTracer profile is only half the battle. Because InfoTracer continuously harvests data from public records, your information can reappear in their database within weeks or months. Here's how to minimize the chances of relisting:

Limit Public Records Exposure

While you can't completely avoid public records, you can reduce your footprint:

For property records: Some states allow you to register for property record privacy programs that shield your name from online property databases. California's Safe at Home program and similar initiatives in other states provide address confidentiality for victims of domestic violence, stalking, or other threats.

For voter registration: Many states allow you to request confidential voter status if you have safety concerns. Contact your county elections office to inquire about available protections.

For court records: When possible, request that courts seal or redact personal information from publicly accessible documents, particularly in sensitive cases.

Reduce Data Broker Exposure

InfoTracer doesn't just collect from primary public records—they also purchase data from other brokers and aggregators:

• Remove yourself from other major people search sites like Spokeo, Whitepages, BeenVerified, and PeopleFinders
• Each broker you remove yourself from reduces the data available for InfoTracer to purchase
• Consider using a comprehensive removal service that handles multiple brokers simultaneously

Monitor and Re-Submit Removal Requests

Set a calendar reminder to check InfoTracer every 3-6 months:

• Perform a search for your name
• If a new profile appears, immediately submit an opt-out request
• Keep records of all removal requests with dates and confirmation emails
• Document patterns of relisting to identify which public records sources are feeding InfoTracer

Use Privacy-Protective Practices

Minimize the creation of new public records containing your personal information:

• Use a P.O. Box or commercial mail receiving agency (CMRA) for business registrations and non-official correspondence
• Consider forming an LLC or trust to hold property, which separates your personal name from property records
• Request unlisted phone numbers when available
• Opt out of reverse phone directories
• Limit information shared on professional licensing applications where possible

Understand Legal Limitations

Privacy laws provide some protection, but they have limitations:

CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act): Gives California residents the right to request deletion of personal information, but includes exemptions for information that businesses are legally required to maintain or that comes from publicly available government records.

GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation): Provides strong protections for EU residents, including the "right to be forgotten," but doesn't apply to most U.S. residents.

State-specific laws: Virginia (VCDPA), Colorado (CPA), Connecticut (CTDPA), and Utah (UCPA) have enacted consumer privacy laws with varying levels of protection. Check your state's specific requirements.

The challenge is that data brokers like InfoTracer often claim exemptions because they're republishing information already available in public records. While you can request removal, they're not always legally required to comply outside of specific state jurisdictions.

Alternative: Use GhostMyData for Automated InfoTracer Removal

Manually removing yourself from InfoTracer addresses one data broker among thousands. The reality is that your personal information appears on hundreds of people search sites, each requiring its own opt-out process with unique forms, verification steps, and timelines.

This is where automated removal services provide genuine value. GhostMyData specializes in comprehensive data broker removal, scanning 2,100+ data brokers—not just the 35-500 covered by competing services. This matters because while you might successfully remove yourself from InfoTracer, your information remains available on dozens of lesser-known brokers that feed data to larger sites.

How GhostMyData Handles InfoTracer and Other Brokers

GhostMyData uses 24 specialized AI agents to automate the removal process across thousands of data brokers:

• Comprehensive scanning: The system searches 2,100+ data brokers for your information, including InfoTracer, Spokeo, Whitepages, BeenVerified, and hundreds of smaller aggregators most people have never heard of

• Automated submission: Rather than manually filling out opt-out forms for each broker, GhostMyData's AI agents handle the submission process, including following up on verification emails and multi-step removal procedures

• Continuous monitoring: After initial removal, the system regularly re-scans data brokers to catch when your information reappears, automatically submitting new removal requests

• Compliance tracking: The system monitors removal timelines and follows up with data brokers that don't process requests within stated timeframes

When Automated Removal Makes Sense

Consider using GhostMyData if:

• You've found your information on multiple data brokers beyond just InfoTracer
• You don't have time to manually submit and track dozens or hundreds of removal requests
• You want ongoing protection rather than one-time removal
• You're concerned about lesser-known data brokers you haven't discovered yet
• You've experienced identity theft, stalking, harassment, or other privacy violations

You can start with a free scan to see exactly how many data brokers have your information. This gives you a clear picture of your exposure beyond InfoTracer before committing to any service.

Comparing DIY vs. Automated Removal

DIY Removal (what this guide covers):

• Cost: Free, but time-intensive
• Coverage: Only the brokers you manually identify and process
• Time investment: 15-30 minutes per broker, potentially hours for comprehensive removal
• Ongoing maintenance: You must manually re-check and re-submit removal requests
• Best for: People with limited data broker exposure or tight budgets

Automated Removal (GhostMyData):

• Cost: Subscription-based (view pricing)
• Coverage: 2,100+ data brokers automatically scanned and processed
• Time investment: Initial setup only, then fully automated
• Ongoing maintenance: Automatic continuous monitoring and re-removal
• Best for: People serious about comprehensive privacy protection

For a detailed comparison of GhostMyData versus other privacy services, check out our service comparison page.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if InfoTracer actually deleted my information?

The most reliable verification method is attempting to access the specific profile URL you submitted for removal after the stated processing period (10 business days). Use a private/incognito browser window to avoid cached results. If the profile no longer appears and searching your name doesn't return matching results, removal was likely successful. However, keep in mind that InfoTracer may re-add your information from updated public records, so periodic monitoring is essential. Set a calendar reminder to check every 3-6 months.

Can I remove someone else's information from InfoTracer?

No. InfoTracer's opt-out process requires email verification specifically to prevent unauthorized removal requests. You can only remove your own information. If you're concerned about a minor child's information appearing on InfoTracer, you may be able to submit a removal request on their behalf as a parent or legal guardian, though InfoTracer's specific policy on this should be confirmed by contacting their support team. For elderly parents or family members who need assistance, you can help them through the process, but the verification email should go to an address they control.

Why does my InfoTracer profile keep coming back after removal?

InfoTracer continuously harvests data from public records sources and purchases information from other data brokers. If new public records are created containing your information—such as updated voter registration, property purchases, court filings, or professional license renewals—InfoTracer may create a new profile. This isn't technically a violation of your removal request because they consider it "new" data. The only way to prevent relisting is to either limit your public records footprint (which isn't always possible) or use continuous monitoring to catch and