In this post, we’ll cover what Public Data Check is and provide step-by-step instructions on How to Opt Out of Public Data Check.
What is PublicDataCheck?
Public Data Check is a people-search site that provides background checks and personal details about people. The site has been criticized for being a ”stalker’s paradise” and providing too much personal information about people without their consent. The site collects data from a variety of sources. This includes public records, other data brokers, and devices, and rogue apps. They share information like birth records, death records, property records, and more. For example, if your birth record is public, then anyone can find out when and where you were born. They can also find out your parents’ names and other identifying information.
There are some benefits to having your personal data available online, but this can also cause some serious privacy issues. PublicDataCheck makes it simple for users to locate your personal information. As a result, someone can likely use your information maliciously like for identity theft. Additionally, the website does not have a good reputation. According to several accounts, it displays misleading and inaccurate information. As a result, you may consider opting out of Public Data Check if you are concerned about your privacy.
Currently, there are three ways to remove your personal information from data broker sites like Public Data Check:
- Sign up for Optery's automated opt out and data deletion service. Our service will monitor and remove your profile from dozens of data brokers on an ongoing basis. Click here to sign up and get started with a free account and to learn about our automated service plans.
- Remove your personal information from Public Data Check by following the steps outlined below. Optery provides guides with step-by-step opt out instructions for many other data brokers here.
- If you are a resident of California, you can opt out of data broker sites that follow the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) law. Click here to review Instructions for submitting a CCPA Data Deletion Request.
How do I Opt Out of Public Data Check Manually?
1) Go to Public Data Check’s homepage https://www.publicdatacheck.com/. To search for your profile, enter your first name and last name. Click Search Public Records Now. Then click I Agree to proceed with your search.
2) To narrow down the result, select your state of residence. Then click View Results.
3) Find your listing among the search results. Check first if this is yourself and not someone else with the same name, age, location, or possible relatives
4) On a new tab, navigate to Public Data Check’s opt-out page https://www.publicdatacheck.com/help-center/remove-my-public-record. Fill in your name, age, current and previous address, and email. Also, make sure that the details filled in match the details on the profile you want to remove. Then click Submit.
IMPORTANT: Whenever contacting a data broker, we highly recommend using a disposable email address, and NOT using your own primary email address. Data brokers are known to add you to their marketing lists and databases whenever you contact them, even if the purpose is to opt out! For more info on Disposable Emails click here
5) Public Data Check will confirm the receipt of your request. An identity verification email will be sent to your email.
6) Check your inbox for an email from Public Data Check and respond to validate the request.
7) Public Data Check will notify you through email when the removal is complete.
Congratulations on completing your opt-out!
You have taken a simple, but important step towards reclaiming your privacy. However, there are hundreds of People Search Sites out there displaying peoples’ personal information. They are constantly changing and being updated. It’s nearly impossible to stay on top of these data brokers which is why we offer our premium service that monitors and removes your profile from dozens of data brokers continuously. We do all the work. You get your time back and more peace of mind. Bonus tip: if you’re a business owner worried about the security of your employees, we also have Optery for Business.