How to Remove Yourself From Spokeo (Free, 2026)

Updated 2026-10-18 · Prices and policies checked 2026-10-18 · Steps from the site’s official instructions

The steps below follow Spokeo’s own opt-out instructions as published on 2026-10-18. We haven’t walked through the form ourselves, and sites change their forms, so follow what you see on screen.

Spokeo
CostFree
Time to take effectUsually 24–48 hours, per Spokeo
Official pageOpen the opt-out page

Steps

  1. Search your name on spokeo.com and open the listing that’s you. Copy its URL from the address bar.
  2. Go to spokeo.com/optout, paste the listing URL, and enter an email address you can check (a throwaway is fine).
  3. Click the confirmation link Spokeo emails you. Removal usually takes effect within 24–48 hours.
  4. Repeat for every separate listing (old addresses often create duplicates). Check again in a few months, because records can reappear.
Opting out of one site doesn’t remove you from others, and records can return when the site buys fresh data. Check back every few months. More free guides · Compare paid services

FAQ

Is the Spokeo opt-out free?

Free.

How long does a Spokeo removal take?

Usually 24–48 hours, per Spokeo.

Sources

  1. Spokeo opt-out page (checked 2026-10-18)