🛡️ USPhoneBook Opt-Out Guide (2025-2026 Edition)
Removing your personal information from data broker sites like USPhoneBook is a critical step in reclaiming your digital privacy. This guide provides the most current manual removal process.
📋 Overview
- Processing Time: ~72 hours
- Difficulty: Easy
- Requirement: Email address (Use a burner email if possible)
🛠️ Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Access the Opt-Out Portal
Do not use the standard search bar on the homepage. Go directly to the dedicated removal page: 👉 https://www.usphonebook.com/opt-out
Step 2: Initialize the Request
- Check the boxes to agree to the Terms of Use.
- Enter your email address.
- Complete the CAPTCHA verification.
- Click "Begin Removal Request".
Step 3: Search for Your Record
- Search by Phone Number (most accurate) or Name + City/State.
- Find the listing that matches your details.
- Click "View Full Address & Phone" or "Get Details".
Step 4: Submit Removal
- On the profile page, click the "Remove Record" button (usually highlighted in red/orange).
- A message will appear confirming that a verification email has been sent.
Step 5: Email Verification (Crucial)
- Check your inbox for an email from USPhoneBook.
- Click the confirmation link inside the email to finalize the request.
⚠️ Note: The link expires in 24 hours. Check your Spam folder if you don't see it.
💡 Pro-Tips for Notion Users
- Verification Log: Create a "Status" property in your Notion database (e.g.,
Pending,Removed,Follow-up Required) to track this request. - Google Cache: If the info still shows in Google search after 72 hours, use the Google Outdated Content Tool to force an update.
- Recurring Task: Set a remind me in Notion for 6 months from today to check if the data has reappeared.