by Net Reputation
Submitting a request for Fast People Search removal can help you protect your privacy online.
In today’s connected digital world, you can never be too careful with your personal information. With publicly available records accessible at the click of a mouse, criminals can gain access to your private details within seconds, potentially putting you at risk.
How can you protect yourself against third-party data brokers and sites like FastPeopleSearch? How did all these sites get your information in the first place? And can you make a FastPeopleSearch removal request to have your information taken down?
In our guide, we’ll explain the FastPeopleSearch opt-out process and answer your pressing questions about protecting your personal information and internet activity.
Do you need to resubmit opt-out requests because your data showed up online again? Call us at 844-461-3632 to learn more, or fill out the contact form below for a free consultation.
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What Information Is Found on Sites Like FastPeopleSearch?
If you’ve never used a people search tool online, you might be surprised by the sheer volume of information available. Simply visit a site like FastPeopleSearch, type in a name and click the search button to view free details like:
- Arrest records
- Business records
- Court records
- Current and past addresses
- Government records
- Marital status and divorce records
- Phone numbers
- Property ownership information
- Relatives’ names
- Voter registrations
You may also find even more in-depth information that you’d expect to only see on a full background report.
“Do I Need To Remove My Record?” Why This Information Is So Risky
Having your legal records and personal data online puts you at risk of cybercrimes and in-person crimes, ranging from online impersonation schemes to real-life stalking.
For example, cybercriminals can piece together your details — phone numbers, addresses, names, and more — and use that info to create fraudulent accounts in your name. This is a criminal practice known as identity theft, which costs consumers and companies billions of dollars each year in losses. Phishing, personal data breaches, extortion and identity theft fall within the top eight types of reported internet crimes.
The loss of your identity can damage your online reputation and ruin the perception people have of you and your business. Can you afford to put yourself at risk when your data is out there for anyone to find?
At NetReputation, we work with individuals who need help with the opt-out process and protecting their information from FastPeopleSearch and other third-party data brokers. Give us a call at 844-461-3632 to learn more about how to submit opt-out requests to several sites.
What Is FastPeopleSearch?
FastPeopleSearch is a search engine that’s used for locating information about individuals just like you. Just like traditional search engines, FastPeopleSearch uses a complex algorithm to accurately categorize and index information, then delivers search results to users in a coherent format.
With a free search, sites like FastPeopleSearch and similar online services allow anyone to find details about you, whether you are aware of those searches being performed or not.
What Are People Search Sites?
People search sites like FastPeopleSearch are websites that collect and share information from various sources.
In some cases, the sites make this information available free of charge, while others may charge a fee to reveal multiple records or details. A free search on one of these pages may turn up info that can compromise your online privacy and personal safety, especially when court records, voter registrations and other sensitive documents show up.
Furthermore, other websites may republish this information with or without your consent. If your record is shared to multiple sites, you can easily see how difficult the removal process may be. To opt out, removal of your personal info requires visits to each site, then submitting a removal request using the tools provided by the sites.
How FastPeopleSearch Collects Data
Anyone with a computer and internet access can view free details about you, thanks to data broker sites like FastPeopleSearch. How did these data brokers get the information in the first place, though? There are two primary sources for information collected by a people search database like FastPeopleSearch:
Public Records
In most states, public records are available online to anyone with an internet connection. If you’ve ever filed for a license, been arrested, or had a court case, it’s a good bet that at least some of your personal info — first and last name, current and past addresses, etc. — is contained in publicly available records.
Other Data Brokers
FastPeopleSearch and dozens of other sites like it are known as data brokers, sometimes referred to as data aggregators. These brokers use automated scraping tools to collect information from public records databases and other resources, then republish it on their sites.
Data brokers may offer this information for free on their website or may charge a fee for access to the info. Remember that public records reveal many personal details, and if those details wind up on a data broker site like FastPeopleSearch, your personal safety and privacy are at risk.
How To Submit Opt-Out Requests to FastPeopleSearch
Users can follow these steps to submit opt-requests on FastPeopleSearch.
1. Begin the removal process by finding the opt-out page
Go to the FastPeopleSearch home page, then scroll all the way to the bottom. In the footer, click the Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information link.
On the FastPeopleSearch “Do Not Sell” page, scroll down to section two, How To Opt Out. Click the Opt-Out Form link.
2. Fill out the removal request page
Fill out all the necessary information on the removal request page, including:
- Who is filing the removal request
- Your first and last name
- Your email address
When you’re done, click the authorization and captcha check boxes, then hit the Submit button.
After you submit the form, you’ll be redirected to a page that says the following:
3. Check your email
Within seconds, you should get an email from FastPeopleSearch with your next steps. Note that you have to click the link in the email within 24 hours, or you’ll need to restart the opt-out process. Click the button that says Click Here To Fill Out the Form.
4. Fill out the opt-out form again
You’ll have to enter your information again on the official opt-out form. Some of this information will be pre-filled for you based on your initial form submission. Enter the required information, which includes:
- First and last name
- Birth date
- Address
- Phone number
- Email address
Note that even though the phone number doesn’t seem to be a required field, you won’t be able to submit the form without entering it. When you’re done, click the confirmation and captcha boxes. Click Submit when you’re ready.
5. Wait for the confirmation page
The page should refresh right away, confirming that your request was submitted.
FastPeopleSearch takes approximately three days to removal your information. Check back after that point to confirm it’s off the site.
Will This Remove My Record From Other Sites?
If you complete the Fastpeoplesearch removal process and opt out of records collection and sharing, you’ve taken a big step toward protecting your digital privacy. Unfortunately, this site isn’t the only one hosting your records online. And following the FastPeopleSearch removal process won’t take your data off other data broker sites.
You will have to opt out of each site where you find your data by following each one’s removal process. Data brokers number in the hundreds, and the opt-out process may take months to complete in full, especially if you have multiple listings per site.
As you complete each opt-out, though, your records will begin to disappear from Google search results. In time, you’ll “un-Google” yourself, allowing you to enjoy the personal privacy and safety you deserve.
If the step-by-step opt-out process seems too daunting and time-consuming, there are experienced content removal professionals who can help you save time. Contact us today at 844-461-3632 to learn more.
Must-Know Tips for Protecting Your Online Privacy
In addition to completing the removal process on FastPeopleSearch and similar sites, we’ve put together a few must-know privacy tips to protect your personal information online:
- Limit your information sharing on social media sites, especially personal details like vacation plans, pet names, phone numbers, and birthdays.
- Stop giving out your personal information to whoever asks. Many websites ask for personal information in order to unlock free gifts or discounts. You’re under no obligation to provide that information.
- Protect your computer files with antivirus and antispam software.
- Change your passwords frequently. For recordkeeping purposes, you can keep an encrypted file of your passwords on your computer.
- Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) on any online accounts you use, like banking, shopping, and insurance websites.
- Use Google Alerts to alert you to mentions of your name or other personal info in Google search results. This will allow you to begin the removal process as soon as new information surfaces.
- Shred any physical mail you throw out — such as old banking statements, shopping receipts, and tax files — to prevent criminals from gaining access to your personal information.
Above all, make an opt-out request to any site where you find your information online. FastPeopleSearch is only one of many sites where your information is stored and shared.
Contact NetReputation Today
NetReputation is an award-winning leader in online reputation management. We know that you deserve privacy in the online environment; people search sites like FastPeopleSearch allow anyone to pull up your personal information.
With our help, thousands of clients have protected their digital privacy with cutting-edge content removal solutions. Get your information removed fast and for good with the assistance of our removal team.
Ready to take charge of your privacy online? Call NetReputation at 844-461-3632 or complete the online form below for a free consultation.