What is Spokeo
Spokeo is a people search engine that aggregates public records and social media information to create comprehensive profiles about individuals. The platform collects data from various public sources and compiles them into searchable records that anyone can access with basic information like a name, phone number, or email address.
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How to Opt-Out of Spokeo With PureVPN
Step 1
Subscribe to PureVPN and download our app.
Step 2
Start removing your data using the Remove My Data feature.
Step 3
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Types of Data Spokeo Collects
Personal Data
Spokeo gathers your full name, age, date of birth, phone numbers, email addresses, and physical addresses. They may also collect information about your relatives, associates, and neighbors when available through public records to create connection networks.
Background Information
Your criminal records, court documents, marriage and divorce records, and property ownership details may be stored in their database. Spokeo also compiles education history, employment information, and professional licenses from publicly available sources.
Digital Footprint
Spokeo tracks your social media profiles, online photos, blog posts, and website registrations. They monitor your online activities and compile this information into a single searchable profile that is accessible to anyone willing to pay for their services.
How Does Spokeo Collect Your Data?
Spokeo aggregates publicly available information from government records, phone directories, social networks, and marketing databases. They use automated web crawlers to scan millions of public records daily. The platform also purchases data from third-party data brokers who specialize in collecting consumer information.
How to Opt-Out of Spokeo Manually
- Search for your name on Spokeo.com to find your profile listing.
- Copy the URL of your profile page when you locate your record.
- Visit the Spokeo opt-out page at www.spokeo.com/opt_out.
- Paste the URL of your profile into the designated field on the opt-out form and enter your email address to confirm the removal request.
- Check your email for confirmation, click the verification link, and wait 2-3 business days for Spokeo to process your removal request.
Step-by-Step Guide to Manually Opting Out of Spokeo
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the benefits of Spokeo opt-out?
By opting out of Spokeo, you can protect your personal information from strangers, reduce spam calls and marketing efforts targeted at you, and lower your risk of identity theft. It also makes it harder for people to find your home address or contact details without your permission.
Can Spokeo track me after the data removal request?
Yes, your information may reappear in their database over time as they continuously collect new public records. Also, if your information changes or appears in new public sources, Spokeo may create a new profile about you.
What happens when you freeze Spokeo?
They remove your visible listing from their search results, but may still retain your information in their database, making it unsearchable to the public. Complete removal requires regular monitoring and repeated opt-out requests as new data appears.
How can I get PureVPN for data removal?
Get the PureMax plan, download our app, log in and go to the Remove My Data section to initiate data removal requests to over 100 brokers, including Spokeo.