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The average American has their personal information listed on 200+ data broker sites. This includes your name, address, phone number, email, family members, and even your estimated income.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a data broker?
Data brokers are companies that collect personal information from various sources (public records, social media, purchase history) and sell it to third parties. This information can include your name, address, phone number, email, family members, and more.
How do data brokers get my information?
Data brokers collect information from public records, social media profiles, online purchases, loyalty programs, surveys, and by purchasing data from other companies. They aggregate this data to create detailed profiles.
Is it legal for data brokers to sell my information?
In most cases, yes. Data brokers primarily collect publicly available information, which is legal. However, laws like CCPA in California and GDPR in Europe give consumers more rights to request removal of their data.
How long does it take to remove my data?
Removal times vary by data broker. Some process requests within 24-48 hours, while others can take up to 30 days. GhostMyData monitors removals and follows up to ensure completion.
Will my data stay removed permanently?
Data brokers continuously collect new data, so your information may reappear. That's why ongoing monitoring is important. GhostMyData provides continuous monitoring and re-removal as part of our service.
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