Instant Checkmate Removal Guide
Instant Checkmate Removal Guide: How to remove your data from public view
Want to delete your personal data from Instant Checkmate? You're not alone. Instant Checkmate is one of the most well-known people search websites, and it can publicly display sensitive details like your full name, current and past addresses, phone numbers, relatives, location history, court records, financial info, and even property ownership.
If you’re concerned about identity theft or just want to protect your privacy, submitting an Instant Checkmate opt-out request is essential.
This step-by-step guide walks you through how to remove your personal information from Instant Checkmate. The opt-out process typically takes 15 to 30 minutes to complete. However, your data may reappear over time, so you may need to repeat the process in the future.
Keep in mind: Instant Checkmate is just one of more than 200 data broker websites that may expose your private information online.
That’s why tools like Mozilla Monitor are useful. With just a few clicks, Mozilla Monitor performs a free privacy scan across 200+ people search sites–including Instant Checkmate–and shows you where your data is being shared.
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1. Visit https://www.instantcheckmate.com/
2. Scroll to the bottom of the page and select: “Exercise My Data Privacy Rights.”
3. On the next screen, under “Public Data Tools,” select “Suppress Your Public Data.”
4. A drop-down will appear. Select “MANAGE MY SUPPRESSION RULES.”
5. You will then be taken to PeopleConnect. PeopleConnect manages a network of people search and data broker sites. Opting out of PeopleConnect should also opt you out of TruthFinder.com, InstantCheckmate.com, Intelius.com, and USSearch.com. Enter your email address and accept the terms of service.
6. Go to the email inbox of the email you provided and select “Verify email.”
7. Input your birthdate and click the checkbox to confirm your birthdate is correct.
8. Input your current legal name and any previous legal or informal names you use.
9. Select the record that matches your information.
10. PeopleConnect requires that you verify your identity by confirming you have access to an email address or phone number on file. Select the email address or phone number they have on file.
11. You’ll receive a text message or email, then click verify. If no contact information on file is correct, you can contact their support team at [email protected].
12. In the dropdown for “Desired Behavior,” select “Suppressed,” then click “Save.”
Your information is now suppressed from public view on PeopleConnect’s websites, including TruthFinder.com, InstantCheckmate.com, Intelius.com, and USSearch.com.
With Mozilla Monitor Plus, we automate this process for over 200 data broker sites, keeping you safe while saving you time.
FAQ
How long does removal from Instant Checkmate take?
The process usually takes 15 to 30 minutes to submit your removal request. There are over 200 data broker sites selling people’s data. That’s over 600 hours of searching and requesting opt-outs. With Mozilla Monitor Plus, we cut those 600 hours down to just 5 minutes with a 30-day money-back guarantee (link to yearly plans)!
When opting out of PeopleConnect, I also saw the option of “User Data Tools,” including the option for “Right to Delete.” Why don’t I use that instead of suppression?
The “Right To Delete” option and all tools under “User Data Tools” are for customers and users of PeopleConnect, TruthFinder.com, InstantCheckmate.com, Intelius.com, and USSearch.com sites. Deleting your user information will not prevent others from publicly searching your information; you must use their data suppression tool.
Can I get my info off InstantCheckmate.com?
Your data will be suppressed from public view.
How can I guarantee my data will be deleted from InstantCheckmate.com?
Unfortunately, no legislation requires these companies to delete your information as it could be pulled from public resources and other data sources. Suppressing your data from public view is the best option for protecting your privacy. In addition to this, Mozilla is advocating for U.S. federal data privacy laws. Show your support by signing our petition.
If you’re in California, you can request that your data be deleted through the CCPA. Note that this doesn't include data available from government records, which are often data sources used by people search sites and data brokers.
Will my data stay off of InstantCheckmate.com?
Many times, people’s data will show back up on people search sites even after requesting suppression. It’s best to check back regularly to make sure your information is not exposed. With Mozilla Monitor Plus, we re-scan PeopleConnect, TruthFinder.com, InstantCheckmate.com, Intelius.com, and USSearch.com every month to ensure your data hasn’t resurfaced, and if it has, we’ll submit the opt-out requests for you. Click here to subscribe to Monitor Plus.
I can't access the email address or phone number that InstantCheckmate.com has on file.
You can contact their customer support at [email protected].
How did InstantCheckmate.com get my info?
It’s hard to say, but it could mostly be public records, partnerships, and deals with other data companies, or services you’ve signed up for that include the ability to sell or exchange your data. We recommend using services like Mozilla VPN and Firefox Relay to protect your data from being leaked when possible.
