E.D. Hill knows the internet can be a blessing and a curse- particularly when it comes to identity theft. Have you ever wondered how your name, telephone number, address and even your birth date and social security number can end up on the internet? Think it’s not that big a deal? Think again. These simple facts are all a potential identity thief needs to gain access to your personal accounts and information.
Our Guest Kim Komando told us about some companies who will assist you in protecting your identity by helping you remove your personal information from certain internet sites and databases. For more information on how you can protect your identity you can check out Kim’s website www.Komando.com
- US Search
This service sells background checks over the internet. To have your information removed from their records you must make your request via postal mail. - Intelius
This company also sells background checks and will remove your information from their site if you fax them a copy of your driver’s license (you can black out your picture and license number) to confirm your identity, and request to be removed. - Acxiom
This company sells people’s personal information to businesses, law enforcement officials, marketing databases and websites. You can call or email Acxiom to get your information removed from their database, which will simultaneously remove your information from other websites and databases. - White Pages
An online directory available to everyone. You can remove your information their directory by filling out an online form. - 555-1212.com
This website is used by marketers to find addresses and phone numbers of potential customers. You can remove your information by filling out an online form. - Addresses.com
You have to find your listing on this directory service site before you can request it’s removal. - AnyWho.com
To remove your telephone number from this online service, you must request it though the mail. - InfoSpace.com
To remove your personal information from this online database, you must scroll down for the Public Records option and choose the Opt-Out section. - Switchboard.com
On this website you must find your listing and then click the “remove” link to clear your information from the site.