If your home address is showing up in Google search results, it’s a serious privacy risk. Anyone can find it with a quick search—whether it’s in an online directory, a public document, or a social media profile.
But you don’t have to leave it there. Here’s how to remove your address from Google fast.
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Why Your Address Appears on Google
Your address can show up in Google search results if it’s published on:
- Online directories (like Whitepages, Spokeo, or TruePeopleSearch)
- Your social media profiles (like Facebook or Instagram)
- Public records or court documents
- Business listings (like Google Business Profile or Yelp)
- Real estate listings or property records
Google indexes any public page it can access, so if your address is listed anywhere online, it can appear in search results.
Step 1: Identify Where Your Address Is Listed
Start by searching your address in Google:
- Use quotes for an exact match (e.g., “123 Main St, Springfield”)
- Try different formats (with and without “Street” or “St.”)
- Search your name + address for combined results
Make a list of all the pages where your address appears.
Step 2: Remove Your Address from Websites
For each page where your address appears:
Directory Sites
- Visit the site and look for a “Remove My Info” or “Opt-Out” page
- Follow the instructions to delete your listing
- Common sites include Whitepages, Spokeo, MyLife, and TruePeopleSearch
Social Media Profiles
- Make your profile private or delete your address entirely
- For Facebook, go to Settings > Privacy > Contact Info
- For Instagram, go to Profile > Edit Profile > Contact Options
Public Records or Court Documents
- If your address appears in a court record, you may need to contact the court or file a motion to seal the record
- For property records, contact your local county clerk’s office to request redaction
Business Listings
- If your address appears on your Google Business Profile, log in and update it
- For Yelp, TripAdvisor, or other directory listings, update or remove your address directly
Step 3: Use Google’s Removal Tools
If your address has been removed from the source but still shows up in Google search results, use Google’s Results About You Tool:
How to Use It:
- Go to Google’s Results About You Tool
- Enter your name and contact info
- Review the search results Google finds
- Request removal for any links that show your address
If the page has been deleted but still appears in search, use the Remove Outdated Content Tool:
Google’s Remove Outdated Content Tool
Step 4: Request Removal from Directories
If your address appears on people search sites, most offer an opt-out option:
- Whitepages: Opt-Out Form
- Spokeo: Opt-Out Form
- MyLife: Opt-Out Form
- TruePeopleSearch: Opt-Out Form
Follow their instructions carefully—most require you to provide the URL of your listing.
Step 5: Monitor Your Name Regularly
Just because you removed your address once doesn’t mean it won’t reappear. Set up Google Alerts for your name and address to catch any new listings:
- Go to Google Alerts
- Enter your address with quotation marks (e.g., “123 Main St, Springfield”)
- Choose how often you want updates
You can also use a reputation management service to monitor your search results and keep your address private.
You can remove your address from Google, but it takes a few steps. Start by deleting it from any websites where it appears, then use Google’s tools to clear it from search. Finally, keep an eye out for any new listings—so your address stays private.
If you’re dealing with multiple sites or struggling to get results, professional help can speed things up and keep your personal info secure.
Need help? ReputationDB.com specializes in removing or suppressing search results that hurt your reputation—so what shows up first reflects your best, not your past.
