If you've ever Googled your home address and found detailed property records, ownership history, and estimated home values staring back at you, chances are you've encountered Ownerly. This popular property data aggregator has become a go-to resource for real estate investors, curious neighbors, and unfortunately, identity thieves looking for their next target. While Ownerly markets itself as a helpful tool for researching property information, many homeowners are uncomfortable with how much personal data the platform exposes—often without their knowledge or consent.

The good news? You can remove yourself from Ownerly, though the process requires patience and attention to detail. This guide walks you through every step of the removal process, explains what data Ownerly collects and why it matters, and shows you how to verify your information has actually been deleted. We'll also cover the bigger picture: how to prevent your data from reappearing on Ownerly and hundreds of similar data brokers that continuously scrape and republish your personal information.

What Is Ownerly and Why Is Your Data There?

Ownerly is a property data aggregator that compiles public records related to real estate ownership, property values, sales history, and associated personal information. The platform pulls data from county assessor offices, deed records, mortgage filings, and other public sources, then packages this information into searchable profiles that anyone can access with a simple search.

The site operates on a freemium model—basic property information appears in search results for free, but detailed reports require a paid subscription. These reports can include your full name, current and past addresses, property tax assessments, sale prices, mortgage information, and sometimes even estimates of your income based on property value.

Why your information appears on Ownerly:

Public records are legally accessible: Property ownership records are public information in the United States, maintained by county recorder offices and assessor departments
Automated data scraping: Ownerly uses web scraping technology and data partnerships to continuously harvest information from thousands of county databases
Data aggregation creates new privacy risks: While individual records might be scattered across various county offices, Ownerly centralizes this information, making it searchable and easily accessible
Commercial incentive: Data aggregators profit from compiling and selling access to your information, creating a financial motivation to collect as much data as possible

The distinction between "public" and "publicly searchable online" matters significantly. While anyone could theoretically visit your county recorder's office and request property records, most people never would. Ownerly removes the friction, making your information available to anyone with an internet connection—including scammers, stalkers, and identity thieves.

Step-by-Step Process to Remove Yourself from Ownerly

Unlike some data brokers that make opt-out procedures deliberately difficult, Ownerly does provide a removal mechanism. However, the process requires careful attention to detail, and mistakes can delay removal or result in incomplete deletion of your records.

Step 1: Locate Your Ownerly Profile

Before you can request removal, you need to find the exact URL of your profile on Ownerly:

Navigate to ownerly.com in your web browser
Use the search function to look up your property by address, name, or both
Browse the search results to find your specific listing
Click through to view the full property detail page
Copy the complete URL from your browser's address bar—you'll need this exact link for the opt-out request

Important: If you own multiple properties or have owned properties in the past, you may have multiple Ownerly profiles. You'll need to submit separate removal requests for each distinct listing.

Step 2: Access the Ownerly Opt-Out Page

Ownerly's opt-out mechanism isn't prominently advertised on their main site, but they do maintain a dedicated removal request page:

Navigate to ownerly.com/about/ccpa (their CCPA compliance page)
Scroll down to locate the section titled "Do Not Sell My Personal Information" or similar privacy rights language
Look for the opt-out request form or link to submit a removal request

Alternatively, you can often find opt-out instructions in Ownerly's privacy policy, typically located in the footer of their website under "Privacy" or "Privacy Policy."

Step 3: Complete the Opt-Out Request Form

The removal request form will typically ask for the following information:

Full name as it appears on the Ownerly listing
Email address where you can receive confirmation
Property address associated with the record you want removed
URL of your Ownerly profile (the link you copied in Step 1)
Reason for removal (optional, but selecting privacy concerns is appropriate)

Pro tip: Use an email address you check regularly. Ownerly will send a verification email, and you must respond to complete the removal process. If you miss this verification step, your removal request won't be processed.

Step 4: Verify Your Identity

To prevent malicious removal requests, Ownerly requires identity verification. This typically involves:

Checking your email inbox for a message from Ownerly (subject line may include "Verify your opt-out request" or similar)
Clicking the verification link within the email
Following any additional prompts to confirm your identity

Watch out for: The verification email may arrive within minutes or take up to 24 hours. Check your spam folder if you don't see it in your primary inbox. The verification link typically expires after 48-72 hours, so respond promptly.

Step 5: Document Your Request

Before closing your browser, take these documentation steps:

Screenshot the confirmation page after submitting your request
Save the verification email from Ownerly
Note the date you submitted the request in a spreadsheet or document
Keep the profile URL handy for follow-up verification

This documentation proves you submitted a removal request and provides a timeline if you need to follow up or file a complaint with regulatory authorities.

What Information Does Ownerly Collect?

Understanding the scope of data Ownerly compiles helps explain why removal matters for your privacy and security. The platform aggregates information from multiple sources to create comprehensive property and owner profiles.

Property-related information:

Current property address and legal description
Property type, size, and characteristics (bedrooms, bathrooms, square footage)
Assessed value and property tax amounts
Sales history including dates and purchase prices
Mortgage information and lien records
Building permits and renovation records
Zoning information and lot details

Personal information linked to property records:

Full legal name of property owner(s)
Current and previous addresses
Estimated age and date of birth (inferred from other records)
Phone numbers associated with the property
Email addresses (when available from public records)
Family members and possible relatives (inferred from co-ownership or deed transfers)
Estimated income range (calculated based on property value and location)

Additional aggregated data:

Neighborhood demographics and statistics
School district information
Crime statistics for the area
Environmental hazards or flood zones
Comparable property values in the area

The privacy concern extends beyond the individual data points. When aggregated, this information creates a detailed profile that can be exploited for targeted scams, social engineering attacks, or physical security threats. For example, scammers frequently use property ownership data to perpetrate deed theft fraud, while burglars may use sales price information to identify high-value targets.

Under privacy laws like the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), residents of certain states have explicit rights to request deletion of their personal information from commercial databases. Even if you don't live in a state with comprehensive privacy legislation, Ownerly generally honors removal requests to maintain compliance with the patchwork of state laws.

How Long Does Ownerly Removal Take?

The timeline for complete removal from Ownerly varies based on several factors, but you should understand both the official timeline and the practical reality.

Official processing time:

Initial verification: 24-48 hours to receive and respond to the verification email
Processing period: Ownerly states removal requests are processed within 7-10 business days after verification
Cache and search engine removal: An additional 2-4 weeks for your information to disappear from Google search results and cached versions

Practical timeline in reality:

Most users report that their Ownerly profiles become inaccessible within 10-14 days of submitting a verified removal request. However, several factors can extend this timeline:

High request volume: During periods of increased privacy awareness or media coverage of data breaches, opt-out processing may slow down
Multiple properties: If you own several properties, each requires a separate request and removal timeline
Search engine caching: Even after Ownerly removes your profile, Google and other search engines may continue displaying cached versions for several weeks
Data refresh cycles: Ownerly periodically updates its database with new public records, which can cause removed information to reappear (more on this below)

State-specific timelines:

Residents of states with privacy laws may have legally mandated response times:

California (CCPA): Businesses must respond to deletion requests within 45 days, with a possible 45-day extension if necessary
Virginia (VCDPA): Companies must respond within 45 days of receiving a request
Colorado (CPA): Similar 45-day response requirement

If Ownerly fails to process your removal request within the legally mandated timeframe and you're a resident of a state with privacy protections, you can file a complaint with your state's attorney general office.

How to Verify Your Removal from Ownerly

Submitting a removal request is only half the battle—you need to confirm your information has actually been deleted. Data brokers sometimes fail to process requests completely, or technical issues can prevent successful removal.

Method 1: Direct Profile Check

The most straightforward verification method:

Wait at least 14 days after receiving confirmation of your removal request
Navigate to the original URL of your Ownerly profile (the link you saved during the removal process)
Check whether the profile still loads or displays an error message

What you should see: If removal was successful, you should encounter a "Page Not Found" error, a message stating the listing has been removed, or a redirect to Ownerly's homepage. The specific property details and your personal information should no longer be visible.

Red flag: If your full profile still appears with all information intact after 14 days, your removal request may not have been processed. Contact Ownerly's support team with your documentation.

Method 2: Search Function Test

Ownerly's internal search may still return results even after profile removal:

Go to ownerly.com and use the search function
Search for your name, address, or both
Review the search results carefully

Expected outcome: Your property should not appear in search results, or if it does appear, clicking through should lead to a removed/unavailable page rather than your full profile.

Method 3: Google Search Verification

Search engines cache Ownerly pages, so Google searches may continue showing your information temporarily:

Open Google in an incognito/private browsing window (to avoid personalized results)
Search for: `site:ownerly.com "your full name" "your city"`
Also try: `site:ownerly.com "your property address"`
Check the search results and click any Ownerly links that appear

Timeline note: Google typically updates its index every 2-4 weeks. If your Ownerly profile has been removed but still appears in Google search results, you can request expedited removal:

Use Google's Remove Outdated Content tool (search for "Google remove outdated content")
Submit the URL of your removed Ownerly profile
Google will recrawl the page and remove it from search results if it confirms the content is gone

Method 4: Third-Party Monitoring

Consider using privacy monitoring tools to track whether your information reappears:

Set up a Google Alert for your name and address in combination with "Ownerly"
Use a free scan from a comprehensive privacy service to check multiple data brokers simultaneously
Manually recheck Ownerly every 3-6 months to ensure your data hasn't been re-added

Preventing Future Ownerly Listings

Here's the frustrating reality: removing yourself from Ownerly isn't necessarily permanent. Data brokers continuously scrape public records, and your information can reappear on Ownerly after you've successfully removed it. This happens because property records remain public, and Ownerly's automated systems regularly refresh their database with new data from county offices.

Why data reappears:

Continuous public record scraping: Ownerly's systems automatically collect updated property records from county databases on a regular schedule
No legal requirement to stay removed: Unless you live in a state with specific privacy protections, Ownerly isn't legally obligated to keep your information off their platform permanently
Property transactions trigger re-listing: Refinancing, property tax reassessments, or any recorded change to your property deed can cause your information to be re-scraped and re-added
Data sharing between brokers: Information removed from Ownerly may be reacquired through data partnerships with other aggregators

Strategies to Minimize Re-Listing

While you can't completely prevent your property information from being public record, you can take steps to reduce your exposure:

1. Use a trust or LLC for property ownership

Holding property in a trust or limited liability company (rather than your personal name) provides a layer of privacy:

The trust or LLC name appears on public records instead of your personal name
This legal structure is commonly used by celebrities, executives, and privacy-conscious individuals
Important: Consult with a real estate attorney and tax professional before restructuring property ownership, as there are legal and tax implications

2. Opt for privacy-protected mailing addresses

Many property records include mailing addresses for tax bills and official correspondence:

Use a P.O. box or private mailbox service (PMB) for property-related mail
Some states allow you to request that your mailing address be kept confidential in public-facing records
Contact your county assessor's office to inquire about address confidentiality programs

3. Enroll in state address confidentiality programs

Several states offer Address Confidentiality Programs (ACP) for individuals at risk:

Originally designed for domestic violence survivors, stalking victims, and others facing safety threats
Participants receive a substitute address for public records
Eligibility requirements vary by state—check with your state's Secretary of State office

4. Monitor and repeat opt-out requests

The most practical approach for most people:

Set a calendar reminder to check Ownerly every 3-6 months
Submit a new removal request if your information reappears
Keep documentation of all removal requests to establish a pattern if you need to escalate to regulators

5. Use comprehensive data removal services

Manually monitoring and removing yourself from data brokers is time-consuming, especially since Ownerly is just one of thousands of sites exposing your information:

Professional privacy services continuously monitor hundreds or thousands of data broker sites
Automated systems submit removal requests on your behalf and track compliance
Services like GhostMyData monitor 2,100+ data brokers—far more comprehensive than handling Ownerly alone

The reality is that maintaining privacy in the age of data brokers requires ongoing effort. A single removal from Ownerly provides temporary relief, but comprehensive privacy protection requires a sustained strategy.

The Bigger Picture: Ownerly Is Just One of Thousands

If you're concerned about your information on Ownerly, you should know that it's just the tip of the iceberg. The data broker industry comprises thousands of companies that collect, aggregate, and sell personal information. While Ownerly focuses on property records, other brokers specialize in different data categories:

Types of data brokers beyond property aggregators:

People search sites: Spokeo, BeenVerified, Whitepages, TruthFinder, Intelius
Background check services: CheckPeople, Instant Checkmate, PeopleFinders
Marketing data brokers: Acxiom, Epsilon, Oracle Data Cloud
Financial data aggregators: LexisNexis Risk Solutions, CoreLogic
Specialized databases: Professional licenses, court records, voter registration

Each of these data brokers maintains separate databases, has different opt-out procedures, and operates under varying privacy policies. Removing yourself from Ownerly addresses one source of exposure, but your information likely appears on dozens or hundreds of other sites.

The scale of the problem:

The average American's personal information appears on 100-200+ data broker sites
Many data brokers don't have simple opt-out mechanisms, requiring mailed requests or notarized documentation
Information removed from one broker often reappears through data sharing agreements with other companies
Some brokers deliberately make opt-out processes difficult to discourage removal requests

This is why privacy advocates recommend a comprehensive approach rather than playing "whack-a-mole" with individual data brokers. Services that monitor hundreds or thousands of sites simultaneously provide more effective protection than manual removal from a handful of high-profile brokers.

Alternative: Automated Removal with GhostMyData

If the prospect of manually removing yourself from Ownerly—and then repeating the process every few months, while also tackling hundreds of other data brokers—sounds overwhelming, you're not alone. This is exactly why automated data removal services exist.

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How to Remove Yourself from Ownerly