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- 1. Navigate to the BackgroundAlert website, scroll down to the bottom of the page, and click “Remove My Info”.
- 2. Enter your first name, last name, and state, and click “Search”.
- 3. Locate your record listing and click “That’s me”.
- 4. Enter your email address and click “Next”.
- 5. Confirm your identity by selecting one of the 3 available options. Click “Next”.
- 6. Check your email inbox and follow the confirmation link.
- 7. Remove your data from other sites
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1. Navigate to the BackgroundAlert website, scroll down to the bottom of the page, and click “Remove My Info”.
Click me to go to the BackgroundAlert website.
2. Enter your first name, last name, and state, and click “Search”.
3. Locate your record listing and click “That’s me”.
4. Enter your email address and click “Next”.
5. Confirm your identity by selecting one of the 3 available options. Click “Next”.
6. Check your email inbox and follow the confirmation link.
7. Remove your data from other sites
Congratulations on taking the first steps in securing your online presence! It's essential to be aware that even though you've initiated the removal process, it may take several business days for your data to be completely removed from their platform. It's important to occasionally revisit the site to verify that your data has not reappeared (in which case you'll need to repeat the process).
In the United States, there are hundreds of active data brokers. To protect yourself from potential invasions of your online privacy and mitigate associated risks, we recommend proactively opting out of all people search websites and data broker platforms. To do this effectively, you can begin by searching for yourself on popular search engines or identifying data brokers active in your area. Then, follow the opt-out procedures for each platform individually.
If you find yourself pressed for time and prioritize safeguarding your data privacy, an automated opt-out service like PrivacyZen can be your solution. PrivacyZen efficiently eliminates your information from major data brokers, providing a convenient and time-saving option.
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