How to Remove Yourself from Fast People Search
Want to remove your personal data from FastPeopleSearch? Here’s how to do it in 10 minutes.
FastPeopleSearch makes it easy for anyone to find your address, phone number, and more—all for free. The good news?
Opting out is quick and free. In this guide, we’ll walk you through every step of the FastPeopleSearch removal process, complete with screenshots and tips to make sure your info stays off their radar.
Opt-out process: 10 minutes
Removal Requirements: Email
Updated: April 25, 2025
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What is Fast People Search?
Fast People Search, launched in August 2017, is a service by Mississippi Tornado Alley LLC that provides free access to public records like phone numbers, addresses, and property details. It allows searches for people, reverse phone lookups, and address lookups, with paid reports available.
The easiest way to remove your info from Fast People Search is to:
- Visit the Fast People Search removal page
- Begin the removal process and accept the terms
- Search for your listing
- Find your listing and click “view free details.”
- Submit the removal request
- Open the email from FastPeopleSearch.com and confirm
Keep reading for the full opt-out process with screenshots.
Fast People Search data removal guide
Total Time: 10 minutes
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Visit the Fast People Search removal page
Start by going to fastpeoplesearch.com/removal. Any web browser on your computer, phone, or tablet will do. You can also click here.
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Begin the removal process and accept the terms
Enter your email, make sure you understand the terms and conditions and tick the box to agree to the terms, complete the “I’m not a robot” CAPTCHA challenge, and click “begin removal process” at the end of the online form.
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Search for your listing
Enter your full name, the city, and the state where you live. Then click “free search.”
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Find your listing and click “view free details”
Fast people search will show a list of matching profiles. Carefully scan through and find the one that matches your details. Once you found your profile, click “view free details” below your record.
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Submit the removal request
Click “remove my record” to submit your opt-out request. Once you do, you’ll be taken to a new screen informing you that the removal request verification email has been sent.
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Open the email from FastPeopleSearch.com and confirm
After submitting, you’ll receive a removal request verification email from Fast People Search. Important: You must click the link in this email to complete the removal process.
It’s not over yet
Fast People Search usually processes removals within 24 to 72 hours. Check back in a few days to make sure your listing has been taken down.
Extra tip: If you moved recently or have multiple addresses, be sure to search for and remove all associated listings.
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Fast People Search removal video guide
How to opt out of Fast People Search via phone or mail?
Besides completing the Fast People Search opt-out process, there are several other ways you can get them to delete your data:
- Call (617) 229-7889
- Mail PO BOX 55071 Boston, MA 02205-5071.
When using any of these methods, ensure you provide your full name, date of birth, all current and past addresses, and the URL of the listing you want Fast People Search to remove.
FAQ
Where does Fast People Search get you data?
FastPeopleSearch collects data from public records, including property records, court records, marriage and divorce records, voter registrations, and business licenses. It also sources information from third-party data brokers like LexisNexis, Spokeo, and Acxiom, as well as social media profiles and online directories.
What kind of information does Fast People Search collect?
According to FastPeopleSearch’s U.S. State Supplemental Privacy Notice, the site collects a variety of personal information, including:
Identifiers: Name, aliases, postal address, phone numbers, email address, date of birth, and relatives’ names.
Protected Classifications: Gender, age, marital status.
Property and Business Records: Information about businesses, real estate, property details, ownership, sale records.
Search Criteria: Data based on your search queries, such as names, phone numbers, and addresses.
Internet Activity: IP address, ISP, interaction data with the website, device and browser information, and usage patterns.
Device Information: MAC address, mobile carrier, advertising identifiers.
Geolocation: Approximate location derived from IP addresses.
Will Fast People Search collect my data again once I opt out?
Yes, Fast People Search may collect your data again after you opt out, as they rely on publicly available records. Even if you opt out, new public records can be added to their database over time, meaning your information could reappear in their data products.
As stated in Fast People Search’s ‘Notice of Right to Opt-Out of Sale and Sharing of Personal Information,’ ‘…we regularly receive new public records, so even if you opt out, your publicly available information may appear in our data products again in the future.’
Is Fast People Search legal?
Yes, Fast People Search operates legally by gathering publicly available data, like public records, to create profiles. It’s not a Consumer Reporting Agency (CRA) and cannot be used for employment, credit, or tenant screening purposes.
