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Remove your info from people search sites.

The opt-out playbook: which brokers matter, how to file removals, and how to keep your data from coming back.

25+ live data sources
~2 min to full report
Free during beta

Why your data is everywhere

Data brokers buy, merge, and republish public records. Remove yourself from one site and nine mirrors keep the listing — so effective removal means hitting the sources that feed the network, not just the site you found yourself on.

The playbook

Step 1 — map your exposure. Search yourself above. The report shows where your name, addresses, and phone numbers actually appear, so you prioritize real listings instead of guessing.

Step 2 — hit the major brokers first. A handful of large brokers feed many smaller sites. Their opt-outs typically require finding your listing URL and submitting a removal form; processing takes days to weeks.

Step 3 — use your state's rights. California, Colorado, Virginia and a growing list of states grant deletion rights, and California's Delete Act builds a one-request deletion system for registered brokers. Cite your state's law in requests — brokers escalate legal citations faster.

Step 4 — recheck quarterly. Brokers re-ingest public records, so listings can return. A quarterly self-search catches reappearances early.

Removing yourself from Recordwell

Search yourself, open the report, and use the opt-out link — or just contact us. We honor removals without friction, and it doesn't affect your ability to use the service.

What you get

One report. Every angle.

The record coverage of a people-search engine, plus an AI layer that reads, verifies, and summarizes the digital footprint.

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Public records

Addresses, phones, emails, property, and known associates from public and commercial databases.

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Digital footprint

Social profiles, usernames, and public web mentions matched into a single identity.

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AI analysis

Plain-language summary: who they are, what stands out, what to watch.

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Risk & reputation

Sentiment, red-flag detection, and a reputation score for fast, informed decisions.

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Reverse lookup

Start from an email, phone, or username and work back to a verified person.

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Check yourself

See your own exposure and get a removal checklist for data brokers.

How it works

From a search to a full picture

Three steps, about two minutes.

Enter an identifier

A name, email, phone, or username is enough. Add a city to narrow results.

We gather & verify

Recordwell queries 25+ sources, matches records to one person, and drops noise.

Read the AI report

A structured report with contacts, footprint, risk flags, and a reputation summary.

25+
Live data sources
~2 min
To a full report
15B+
Breach records checked
$0
During beta
Use cases

What people use Recordwell for

One search, many answers — for the moments that matter.

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Before a first date

Verify your match is real, spot catfish, and meet with peace of mind.

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Vetting a contact

Check a landlord, buyer, seller, or business contact before you commit.

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Reconnecting

Track down an old friend or classmate from just a name or username.

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Protecting yourself

See your own exposure and clean up what's public. Check yourself →

Why Recordwell

Built to be trusted

The coverage you expect, with the honesty most people-search sites don't offer.

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AI-verified, not a data dump

We read the raw signals and write a clear, plain-language summary — not an overwhelming list.

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Sensitive data stays private

Breach and personal details are unlocked only after you verify the email is yours.

No hidden auto-renew

Transparent pricing and one-click cancel. No dark-pattern traps.

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Official first-sources

For sensitive checks we link you to the official registries to verify yourself.

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25+ live sources

Public records and online footprints, matched into one identity in about two minutes.

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Remove yourself

Found your own data? We show you how to get it taken down.

What people say

Loved by people who need answers

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"Found out my online match had three different names on other profiles. Saved me a real headache."

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"Ran a quick check on a Craigslist seller before driving across town. Everything lined up — bought with confidence."

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"The self-check showed my email in four breaches I had no idea about. Changed my passwords that night."

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Data sources

Where the data comes from

Public records and open sources, aggregated and AI-verified. No leaked databases, no illegal data — only what's lawfully public.

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Public & government records

NPI Registry, SEC EDGAR, FEC (donations & employer), CourtListener, FBI Wanted.

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Online footprint

GitHub, GitLab, Reddit, Keybase, Mastodon, Dev.to, Docker Hub, Bitbucket, npm and more.

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Media & identity

GDELT global news, Wikipedia, Wikidata, Gravatar — bios, photos, and public mentions.

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Security & reputation

Email reputation (EmailRep) and data-breach checks (Have I Been Pwned) — breach details only in your own verified self-check.

FAQ

Common questions

How do I remove myself from all people search sites at once?

There's no single button, but hitting the major brokers first collapses most downstream listings. Paid removal services automate this if you'd rather not DIY.

Does opting out of people search sites work?

Yes — reputable brokers process removals. The catch is recurrence: recheck quarterly because listings can return with fresh public records.

Can Recordwell remove my information?

Yes. Search yourself and follow the opt-out link, or contact us directly — removals are honored without friction.

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