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If you’ve ever searched your name online and been startled by how much personal information appears, chances are you’ve stumbled upon ZabaSearch. This people search platform compiles data from public records and makes it accessible to anyone with an internet connection. The problem? Your privacy, safety, and identity may all be at risk.
This comprehensive guide will show you exactly how to complete a ZabaSearch opt out, ensure a successful ZabaSearch removal, and take further actions to protect your personal information from data brokers and people search engines.
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What Is ZabaSearch?
ZabaSearch is a people search engine that collects and displays personal details like:
- Full name
- Past and present addresses
- Phone numbers (landline and mobile)
- Age and birth month/year
- Relatives and household members
While ZabaSearch presents itself as a tool for reconnecting with others, it is primarily used by marketers, data miners, scammers, and even stalkers.
ZabaSearch also serves as a data feeder. That means once your information is uploaded to its servers, it may be syndicated across numerous platforms and re-sold through API connections or third-party partnerships.
Why You Should Complete a ZabaSearch Opt Out
Leaving your private information on ZabaSearch can expose you to:
- Identity theft
- Harassment or stalking
- Unwanted marketing and robocalls
- Online reputation damage
When your name is publicly linked with old addresses, phone numbers, and family members, it increases your vulnerability to:
- Doxxing by online trolls
- Social engineering attacks
- Targeted scams
- Inappropriate workplace judgments based on past locations
Removing your data not only protects your privacy, it helps limit exposure across the broader ecosystem of people search sites that often share or buy data from one another.
Step-by-Step Guide to ZabaSearch Removal
Unlike many other data brokers, ZabaSearch doesn’t have a standalone opt-out process. Since it’s owned by Intelius, the removal process must be completed through Intelius’s opt-out form.
Step 1: Visit the Intelius Opt-Out Page
Go to the official Intelius opt-out page which covers ZabaSearch and its affiliated properties.
Step 2: Search for Your Listing
Enter your full name, city, and state. You’ll see a list of matching records.
- Look carefully at the details—address history, age, and relatives—to make sure you’re selecting the correct entry.
- If there are multiple records, write down the URLs or details of each.
Step 3: Choose the Correct Profile
Once you identify your listing:
- Click the “Select This Record” button.
- Enter a valid email address.
- Complete CAPTCHA verification.
Step 4: Verify Your Request by Email
You’ll receive an email from Intelius/ZabaSearch with a verification link. You must click this link to confirm and activate the opt out request.
Important: Your request will not be processed unless you verify via email.
Step 5: Wait for Confirmation
It may take up to 72 hours for your information to be removed. In many cases, it’s faster.
Step 6: Document Everything
Keep screenshots and copies of confirmation emails. These can help if your information reappears or if you need to file a complaint.
What If My ZabaSearch Listing Reappears?
Your information may reappear due to:
- New public records being filed
- Data sharing between brokers
- Using variants of your name or previous addresses
In some cases, ZabaSearch may even auto-refresh data from purchased databases every 90 days.
To combat this:
- Set up Google Alerts for your name, address, and phone number
- Use a VPN when browsing these sites to avoid retargeting
- Periodically repeat the ZabaSearch opt out process
- Monitor your name on lesser-known people search websites
Dealing with Multiple Listings
Sometimes, you may find more than one listing. This can happen if:
- You’ve changed addresses frequently
- Your name is misspelled or shortened (e.g., Jon vs. Jonathan)
- Different data sources create separate records
Each of these will require its own opt out request. For best results:
- Use alternate spellings and past cities in your searches
- Check for middle initials or suffixes (Jr., Sr., II, III)
- Investigate other people search engines for cross-referencing
Legal Rights You May Have
Depending on where you live, you may be legally entitled to request removal of your personal data:
CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)
If you’re a California resident, you can request deletion of your data under the CCPA.
GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
If you are in the European Union, you are protected under GDPR, which requires companies to honor removal requests.
Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)
This law regulates how consumer information is used for decisions like employment, housing, or credit.
You can also report violations to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) or your state attorney general.
How ZabaSearch Collects Your Information
ZabaSearch compiles data from many sources:
- County court and property records
- Business filings
- Voter registration data
- Social media scraping
- Data broker purchases
It’s also common for ZabaSearch to pull aggregate profiles from third-party vendors that legally acquire public and semi-public datasets. Once your profile is built, it can take on a life of its own online.
Tools That Can Help You Stay Off ZabaSearch
If you’re serious about long-term privacy protection, consider the following tools:
- Privacy Rights Clearinghouse
- Electronic Frontier Foundation
- Data & Marketing Association’s DMAchoice
- Credit freeze through Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion
- Google’s Content Removal Tool for outdated search result links
Additional Steps to Protect Your Privacy
- Use aliases or initials on public profiles.
- Avoid using your full name in domain registrations.
- Opt out of white pages directories.
- Unlist your phone number with your service provider.
- Limit oversharing on social media platforms.
- Use burner phone numbers and masked emails for subscriptions.
- Avoid clicking on links from unknown people or removal “services” promising instant results—many are phishing scams.
Other People Search Sites to Watch For
ZabaSearch is just one node in a large web. Here are other sites that may also list your information:
- TruthFinder
- MyLife
- Instant Checkmate
- FastPeopleSearch
- Spokeo
- PeopleFinders
- Radaris
- Whitepages
- PeekYou
- US Search
Each of these will require separate removal requests, though some share backend systems with Intelius.
Can Defamation Defenders Help?
Absolutely. Manually removing your data from ZabaSearch and similar platforms can be time-consuming, repetitive, and frustrating. That’s why many individuals and professionals turn to Defamation Defenders.
Benefits of Using Defamation Defenders:
- Comprehensive removal from dozens of people search websites
- Regular monitoring and suppression of reappearing data
- Personalized support from trained reputation specialists
- Legal guidance on high-risk disclosures and privacy invasions
- Automated alerts when your information resurfaces
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Pro Tips for Effective ZabaSearch Opt Out
- Use a dedicated email address for all opt outs.
- Consider using a P.O. box instead of your home address for registrations.
- Review your social media privacy settings.
- Be cautious of phishing emails posing as data removal confirmations.
- Maintain a record (Excel/Sheets) of where you’ve opted out and when.
- Use WHOIS privacy protection when registering domains.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Typically 24 to 72 hours after email verification.
No. The process is free.
No. Email verification is required.
New data entries or shared data from brokers can repopulate your profile.
No. Removing data from ZabaSearch has no impact on legal background check services.
Yes. We offer full privacy solutions across all major people search platforms.
