How to Remove Yourself from Intelius (2026 Guide)

At a Glance

Intelius is a paid people-search and background check site owned by PeopleConnect, which also operates TruthFinder, Instant Checkmate, Anywho, USSearch, Addresses.com, PeopleSmart, and Classmates.

Opt-out method: Submit a suppression request at the PeopleConnect Suppression Center (suppression.peopleconnect.us), then confirm via email.

Removal time: 7 to 14 days after email confirmation.

Bonus: One PeopleConnect opt-out covers all 8 properties — the most efficient removal in the data broker industry.

8 min read Last updated March 2026

What Is Intelius?

Intelius is one of the largest paid people-search and background check services in the United States. It is owned by PeopleConnect, a company that operates a network of eight people-search brands sharing the same underlying database. A single opt-out request through PeopleConnect removes your data from all eight sites at once — making Intelius one of the most efficient data brokers to remove yourself from.

Founded in 2003, Intelius has built a massive database by aggregating public records, court filings, property records, commercial data, and information from other data brokers. It markets itself primarily to consumers who want to run background checks — on potential dates, new neighbors, or job applicants. But the practical effect is that detailed personal information about you is available to anyone willing to pay a few dollars.

What makes Intelius particularly significant from a privacy standpoint is its connection to the PeopleConnect network. The same data that appears on Intelius is simultaneously published on TruthFinder, Instant Checkmate, Anywho, USSearch, Addresses.com, PeopleSmart, and Classmates. Removing yourself from Intelius alone is not enough — fortunately, PeopleConnect provides a single suppression process that covers all of them.

What Data Does Intelius Show?

Intelius profiles are comprehensive. Because it positions itself as a background check service, it surfaces deeper records than typical free people-search sites. Here is what an Intelius report may include:

Full name and aliases — current legal name plus any name variations, maiden names, or former names found in records.
Contact information — current and historical phone numbers (mobile and landline) and email addresses.
Current and past addresses — a detailed address history, often spanning 15 to 20 years, with move-in and move-out dates.
Relatives and associates — names of family members, roommates, and people linked to you through shared addresses or records.
Criminal records — arrests, convictions, sex offender registry checks, and other criminal history where available from public court records.
Court and civil records — bankruptcies, liens, judgments, and civil lawsuit filings.
Property records — home ownership history, estimated property values, and deed information.
Education and employment — sometimes includes schools attended and employers, sourced from commercial data providers.

The depth of information varies by state and by how much public record data exists for your name and locations. But for most adults with any property, court, or voter registration history, Intelius has a substantial amount of data.

Step-by-Step: How to Remove Your Intelius Profile

The opt-out process goes through PeopleConnect’s centralized Suppression Center, not through Intelius directly. This is actually an advantage — one submission removes you from all eight PeopleConnect-owned sites. Here is the process:

Step 1: Go to the PeopleConnect Suppression Center

Navigate to suppression.peopleconnect.us/login. This is PeopleConnect’s official removal portal that handles opt-outs for Intelius, TruthFinder, Instant Checkmate, USSearch, Addresses.com, Anywho, PeopleSmart, and Classmates. Do not look for an opt-out page on intelius.com itself — PeopleConnect routes all removal requests through this centralized system.

Step 2: Enter Your Email Address

You will be asked to provide an email address. PeopleConnect uses this to send you a confirmation link — your suppression request is not processed until you click that link. Use an email address you can access immediately. There is no CAPTCHA on this form, which makes the process straightforward.

Step 3: Check Your Email and Click the Confirmation Link

Within a few minutes, you should receive an email from PeopleConnect with a confirmation link. Click it to finalize your suppression request. If you do not click this link, your data will not be removed from any of the eight PeopleConnect sites.

Check your spam or junk folder if the email does not arrive within 15 minutes. The email may come from a PeopleConnect-related domain rather than from Intelius directly.

Step 4: Wait for Processing

PeopleConnect typically processes suppression requests within 7 to 14 days. During this time, your profiles may still be visible on Intelius and the other PeopleConnect sites. This is normal — the suppression is being applied across all eight platforms simultaneously, which takes longer than a single-site removal.

Step 5: Verify Removal Across All PeopleConnect Sites

After 14 days, search for yourself on Intelius and at least a few of the other PeopleConnect properties (TruthFinder, Instant Checkmate, Anywho). Your profiles should no longer appear on any of them. If your data is still visible on one or more sites after two weeks, submit the suppression request again.

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How Long Does Removal Take?

PeopleConnect typically completes the suppression process within 7 to 14 days after you click the confirmation email link. This covers all eight PeopleConnect properties simultaneously.

Compared to many standalone data brokers that process removals in 24 to 72 hours, this is a bit slower. The trade-off is worth it: instead of submitting eight separate opt-out requests and tracking eight separate timelines, you submit one request and everything is handled together.

Keep in mind that even after your profiles are removed from PeopleConnect’s sites, cached copies of your Intelius page may persist in Google search results for a few days. You can submit a Google removal request to speed up the de-indexing if this is a concern.

The Catch: Why Your Data Comes Back

PeopleConnect’s suppression is more durable than most data brokers, but it is not guaranteed to be permanent.

PeopleConnect continuously ingests data from public records databases, commercial data providers, and other data aggregators. If a new data import matches your identity — for example, when your state updates voter rolls or a property transaction is recorded — a new profile may be created. PeopleConnect tries to match new records against their suppression list, but the matching is imperfect and new profiles can slip through.

Some users report their PeopleConnect suppression lasting several months or even longer. Others see their data reappear within 60 to 90 days. The durability depends on how frequently new data matching your identity flows into their system.

The key point is that suppression works by flagging your identity in PeopleConnect’s system — it does not stop the flow of data from upstream sources. If a new record arrives that does not match the suppression flag exactly (different name spelling, new address, new phone number), a new profile may be created.

What Intelius’s Opt-Out Does Not Cover

Understanding the scope and limits of PeopleConnect suppression is important:

Only PeopleConnect properties are covered. The suppression removes your data from Intelius, TruthFinder, Instant Checkmate, USSearch, Addresses.com, Anywho, PeopleSmart, and Classmates. It has zero effect on Spokeo, Whitepages, BeenVerified, Radaris, FastPeopleSearch, or any of the other 180+ independent data brokers.
Third-party data resellers are not affected. Companies that have already purchased your Intelius data may retain their own copies. PeopleConnect’s suppression removes the data from their own platforms, not from downstream buyers.
Court and criminal records remain public. Suppressing your Intelius profile does not remove or seal any underlying court records. Those records remain available through court websites and other data brokers that source directly from courts.
Cached search engine pages may linger. Google and Bing cache pages independently. Your Intelius profile page may continue to show in search results even after the profile itself is removed.

Tips for a Successful Intelius Opt-Out

Use the PeopleConnect portal, not Intelius directly. If you find an opt-out link on Intelius.com, it will ultimately redirect you to the PeopleConnect Suppression Center anyway. Going directly to suppression.peopleconnect.us saves a step and ensures you are submitting through the correct system.

Verify removal on multiple PeopleConnect sites. After the suppression is processed, do not just check Intelius. Verify that your data has also been removed from TruthFinder, Instant Checkmate, and at least one or two of the smaller properties. Occasionally the suppression fails to propagate to all eight sites on the first attempt.

Use a dedicated email for opt-outs. The email you provide to PeopleConnect is used only for confirmation. Consider using an email alias or a separate privacy email so that your primary email address is not linked to the suppression request in PeopleConnect’s system.

Save your confirmation email. Keep the PeopleConnect confirmation email as a record of your suppression request. If your data reappears and you need to submit again, having the original confirmation can be useful as documentation that you have previously opted out.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does opting out of Intelius also remove me from TruthFinder and Instant Checkmate?

Yes. Intelius, TruthFinder, Instant Checkmate, USSearch, Addresses.com, Anywho, PeopleSmart, and Classmates are all owned by PeopleConnect. When you submit a suppression request through the PeopleConnect Suppression Center, it covers all eight properties simultaneously. You only need to submit one request, and your data will be removed from every PeopleConnect site.

How long does Intelius removal take?

PeopleConnect typically processes suppression requests within 7 to 14 days after you confirm via the email link. The removal applies to all eight PeopleConnect properties at the same time. You can verify the removal by searching for yourself on Intelius and the other PeopleConnect sites after the waiting period.

Why do I need to provide my email to opt out of Intelius?

PeopleConnect requires an email address to send you a confirmation link. This is their way of verifying that the opt-out request is legitimate and that you are the person whose data is being removed. Without clicking the confirmation link in the email, your suppression request will not be processed. Use a valid email address that you can access immediately.

Will my data come back on Intelius after I opt out?

It can. PeopleConnect continuously ingests new data from public records and commercial sources. If a new data import matches your identity, a new profile may be created. However, PeopleConnect’s suppression tends to be more durable than many standalone brokers — some users report their data staying off for several months or longer. Periodic re-checking is still recommended. See our complete opt-out guide.