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How to remove your personal info from Whitepages in 5 steps - and why you should
If you've ever searched for yourself, you may have seen your name, address, or number on this site. Here's how to request removal.
While Whitepages claims the service is designed to help its customers "stay connected, protected, and make informed decisions," these records can be used for spamming individuals, cold calling, robocalling, and more nefarious purposes. Charlie Osborne/ZDNETWhitepages will now require a phone number, saying, "You will receive a call from a friendly Whitepages robot and be asked to supply a verification code." While many data brokers may ensure the process is time-consuming and a hassle to deter individuals from trying to have their records removed, yes, they must comply if you request it, but with caveats.
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