How to Remove Yourself from Instant Checkmate

Threat Level★★★★☆
DifficultyMedium
Time to Submit5-10 minutes
Time to Complete3-5 days
Last Verified2026-05-15
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What Instant Checkmate has on you

Full nameCurrent and past addressesPhone numbersEmail addressesAgeRelativesCriminal recordsCourt recordsSocial media profilesEmployment history

How to remove yourself

1
Go to instantcheckmate.com/opt-out/ -- the dedicated opt-out page.
2
Enter your first name, last name, and state. Click "Search".
3
Review results and click "Remove My Info" on your listing.
4
Enter your email address when prompted.
5
Open the confirmation email from Instant Checkmate and click the link.
Note: The email arrives within a few minutes. Check spam if you don't see it.
6
Instant Checkmate processes the removal within 3-5 business days.
Go to Instant Checkmate Opt-Out Page

Will your data reappear on Instant Checkmate?

Yes. Instant Checkmate continuously pulls from court records and other public databases. Most removals last 2-4 months.

Things to watch out for

  • ! Email confirmation required within a limited time window.
  • ! Multiple city/state listings each require separate opt-out submissions.
  • ! Court records from your listing may continue to appear on other sites Instant Checkmate does not control.

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