Do not treat all brokers the same
Spokeo, BeenVerified, Whitepages, TruthFinder, Intelius, and similar sites use different forms, verification steps, and refresh cycles. A single email rarely cleans every profile.
People-search removal
How to remove an arrest from Spokeo, BeenVerified, Whitepages and people-search sites
A broker-by-broker opt-out strategy for arrest records that appear on people-search and public-record sites.
Direct answer
People-search sites usually require their own opt-out or suppression process. Start with the exact profile URL, submit the broker's opt-out form, verify removal, then recheck later because profiles can reappear after database refreshes.
Best starting pointExact profile URL for each broker
Main riskProfiles can reappear after re-scraping
Best paired withCourt relief plus FCRA cleanup
Broker opt-out workflow
- Search your name, prior addresses, and common name variants.
- Save every broker profile URL before submitting removal requests.
- Submit each site's own opt-out form and record the date.
- Verify the profile is removed or suppressed after the broker's stated processing time.
- Recheck monthly at first, then quarterly, because broker profiles can reappear.
When the arrest is tied to a cleared case
If you have a sealing, expungement, restriction, vacation, or dismissal order, keep it ready. Some broker processes ask for supporting documents, and the same proof may help with background-check disputes.
People-search sites are not always employment CRAs
A people-search profile and an employment background-check report are different cleanup tracks. If a CRA report caused an adverse action, use the FCRA dispute process with the CRA named in the notice.
FAQ
Fast answers
Can Clean My Past submit broker opt-outs for me?
No. Clean My Past tracks and guides user-submitted opt-outs so the process stays user-driven and auditable.
Do opt-outs remove court records?
No. Opt-outs affect broker profiles. Court records require state-specific record-clearing or court access rules.
Why did my profile come back?
Many people-search sites refresh from public or commercial data sources. Rechecks are part of any serious opt-out workflow.
Last reviewed 2026-06-03. Clean My Past is software, not a law firm. This guide is informational and is not legal advice. State laws, agency policies, platform rules, and consumer-reporting practices change, so confirm details on the official source before relying on them. For legal advice, consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.