How to Delete Your Info from LexisNexis & Opt Out
LexisNexis is a data broker that publishes your personal information online. This free guide shows you exactly how to remove yourself.
- Difficulty: hard
- Time: 20 minutes
How to opt out of LexisNexis
- Visit the LexisNexis opt-out portal
- Fill out the Privacy Request Form
- Provide ID verification (driver's license or passport)
- Submit notarized opt-out request via mail if required
- Allow 30 days for processing
Frequently asked questions
How do I delete my information from LexisNexis?
To delete your information from LexisNexis, open its opt-out page, search for your listing, and submit a removal request. The process takes 20 minutes. Footprint Finder can also do this for you automatically across 25+ brokers.
Is it free to remove yourself from LexisNexis?
Yes — LexisNexis is legally required to honor opt-out requests at no cost. The manual process takes 20 minutes.
How long until LexisNexis removes my information?
LexisNexis typically removes listings within 7–30 days of a verified opt-out request. Most brokers re-list users after 30–90 days, which is why ongoing monitoring is recommended.
Rather not do this manually?
The LexisNexis opt-out above is free and takes a few minutes — but you will need to repeat it across dozens of brokers, and again every few months when they re-list you. These services handle the repetition for you: