PeopleSmart Opt Out Guide

PeopleSmart is a people search site that lets others look up your name, address, and phone number, which can create privacy concerns. As a data broker, it may display personal details gathered from public records and commercial sources, so some personal information may not be accurate or up-to-date. 

How to opt out of PeopleSmart

Enter your first and last name plus an email address (or a phone if asked), complete the on-page check, then confirm using the link or code. This opt-out process usually takes 7–14 days.

Checklist:

• Open the official opt-out form
• Enter identifiers (email/phone)
• Complete CAPTCHA
• Confirm via code/link
• Save the email
• Set a reminder to opt out again

PeopleSmart – Quick Facts

Parameter	Value
Domain	peoplesmart.com
Data Types	contact information, addresses, possible social identifiers, professional information
Opt-out Methods	web form/email
Identity Verification	code via email or SMS
Typical Response Time	7–14 days
Re-listing Risk	medium

PeopleSmart is one of many data broker services; a typical data broker sells personal reports by taking personal data and information from various sources and presenting it in a searchable database. PeopleSmart provides a way to search for people and view information available to subscribers, and it may aggregate links to other brokers and people search sites that hold associated data.

Common data you may find:

• Full name
• Phone number
• Email
• Current and past addresses
• Relatives or household links
• Court or property references
• Username
• Social media accounts
• Professional contact

Step-by-Step Guide

Open the official opt-out form

Start on the homepage and scroll to the footer. Look for a privacy link such as “Do Not Sell My Personal Information.” If you see information listed under your name, use your city/state to find the right profile. Before taking screenshots, blur sensitive details, any personal information shown, and any other identifying information. Tip: Open the page in a private window if the form will not load. 

Submit your identifiers (name/address + CAPTCHA)

On the page, enter the identifiers shown in your listing, such as your name and an email address. Add a phone only if the page requests it. Complete the on-page check, then select the submit button to send the opt-out request. If you capture a screen for support, redact sensitive details first. Tip: If fields are missing, try another browser or turn off autofill. Double-check spelling before sending, because small typos can slow matching. Review any suggested matches carefully before selecting one.

Verify via code or link (email/SMS)

After you send the form, an email is sent so you can finish the request. Open your inbox and find the message. Click the link to confirm. Save the email in case you need to follow up. Tip: If nothing arrives, check Spam or Promotions, then resend once from the same page.

Confirm deletion / Do-Not-Sell request

Once the link opens, review what’s shown and proceed to opt by selecting the option that removes the listing. Some pages ask you to approve again before they finalize the change. Take care to blur sensitive details and any personal information if you screenshot the page. Tip: If you see “Do Not Sell/Share,” choose it as well to protect your privacy and security, like with PeopleSmart guidance on limiting reuse. If a checkbox about sharing appears, select it before finishing the request.

Track confirmation & timeline

Keep that email in a folder and note the date you submitted. Recheck your search results in 7–14 days to see whether the profile is gone. If you are still listed on PeopleSmart after that window, send one follow-up opt-out request using the same email. Tip: Store the subject line so you can search your mail quickly. Keep a dated note of what you sent and which record you chose. If the listing is gone, keep the email in case it returns. If it is still visible, repeat the earlier steps with the same details.

Timelines, Verification & What to Expect

Most requests show a brief on-page message right after you send, then you finish through email or SMS. Processing is often 7–14 days, but the opt-out process can vary. PeopleSmart will send you a confirmation email. You may also see a success message. If nothing changes after 14 days, return to the page and try once more. Keep a dated note of what you sent, and check the listing again after one week and again after two weeks.

Edge Cases & Troubleshooting

• No access to the original email/phone: Use a new email, but keep the same personal details that match the record.
• “Record not found”: Try alternate spellings, an old address, or search by phone.
• Image-check or submission errors: Refresh, switch browsers, and try again after clearing cookies.
• Code not arriving: Check Spam, wait 10 minutes, then resend once.
• Form rejects the request by region (EU/UK/CA): Ask for removal through the contact page and explain your location-based privacy request.
• Account deletion vs. public listing removal confusion: If you have a subscription, cancel it separately; removal is about the listing.
• Re-submitting after a failed attempt: Use the same identifiers, keep the new email, and note the date.

Will my data reappear?

Listings can return when data brokers and people search refresh partner feeds, re-crawl the web, or ingest new records from aggregators and resellers. That means your personal information can show up again on sites like PeopleSmart, even after you opt out of PeopleSmart. To reduce harassment and identity theft risks, keep your email, set a 3–6 month reminder to notify you, and act quickly if you want to remove the record again. You can also reduce recurrence by updating old accounts on major platforms and tightening visibility settings, so fewer signals get copied into third-party listings. 

Related removals

• BeenVerified
• PeopleLooker
• Spokeo
• Whitepages
• Radaris
• TruthFinder
• FastPeopleSearch

Manual vs Assisted Removal

Manual:

• Pros: More control over what you share and what personal information you provide; you can remove my info on your schedule and keep your own records.
• Cons: Takes time and repeated monitoring; some people don’t have the time; repeating checks can affect your online reputation; you may need to redo the opt-out process if results reappear.

Assisted:

• Pros: Faster workflows, tracking, and recurring checks across many services; helpful when many people search sites need attention; useful if you manage removals for a household and want one place to review progress.
• Cons: Costs money and still depends on each site’s process; you may still need to answer follow-up questions if a match is unclear.

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