LexisNexis Opt Out & Data Removal Guide
LexisNexis makes it difficult to opt out.
Mainly because finding the removal form can be tricky—but once you’re in the right place, it only takes a few clicks.
Let’s walk through the process and remove your data from LexisNexis, step by step.
Opt-out process: 10 minutes
Removal Requirements: Email
Updated: May 29, 2025
In May 2025, data broker LexisNexis disclosed a data breach exposing personal info of over 364,000 people including names, SSNs, and emails. This shows it's not just about data being sold. Leaks happen too. Opting out limits what can be exposed next time.
Note: LexisNexis isn’t included in automated removal, but Unlimited Plan users can submit a quick custom request—our privacy experts will take care of the rest.
Remove your data from LexisNexis
Here’s how to opt out from LexisNexis:
- Go to optout.lexisnexis.com and click “next.”
- Read the instructions and click “next.”
- Choose a reason for opting out and click “next.”
- Enter your personal details, then click “next.”
- Provide your address and click “next.”
- Add your preferred means of contact and click “confirm request.”
- Click “confirm request” and save your confirmation number.
Need more instructions?
Keep reading for the full opt-out procedure with screenshots.
We’ve written around 85 data broker opt-out guides to make manual data removal easy. Check them out!
Step-by-step LexisNexis opt-out guide
Total Time: 10 minutes
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Go to optout.lexisnexis.com and click “next”
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Read the instructions and click “next”
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Choose a reason for opting out and click “next”
If you select reasons other than “I do not want my information shared,” you’ll have to upload supporting documents, e.g., a police report or official letters.
It’s best to say you don’t want your information shared. -
Enter your personal details, then click “next”
This step might feel counterintuitive (you want to remove your data, but you’re asked to provide more of it), but it’s necessary to find your profile.
Without your information, they won’t know which profile to delete.
So, provide your real details, but skip your Social Security number—it’s not required for the opt-out request. -
Provide your address and click “next”
Fill out each section of the address form—it’s necessary in order to move forward.
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Add your preferred means of contact and click “confirm request”
If you want, you can add a preferred contact method.
It’s not required but could be useful, e.g., in case there’s more than one profile fitting the data you gave. -
Save your confirmation number
You’ll receive a confirmation number.
Note it down in case LexisNexis contacts you to follow up or gather more information about your removal request.
There are more data brokers building their fortunes on your data
LexisNexis is just one of hundreds of data brokers—there are over 500 registered in California alone.
Searching through and opting out from every data broker is nearly impossible, and they certainly don’t make it easy to remove your data.
Here’s the good news: you don’t have to do it yourself.
Consider subscribing to a removal service like Incogni.
We’ve gone through hundreds of brokers’ removal procedures, learned how to avoid their tricks, and automated the entire process.
Alternative LexisNexis opt-out methods
The data-removal procedure we presented above isn’t the only one.
You can also opt out through the LexisNexis consumer portal.
To submit an online request form:
- Visit the consumer portal.
- Enter your full name and address.
If your delivery address isn’t the same as your residential address, make sure to tick the box below and provide a residential address as well.
- Then tick one or more of the following options:
- Request your consumer disclosure form, if you’d like to view what information LexisNexis Risk Solutions holds in your profile;
- Full opt out, if you want them to stop selling your information (you can request that they limit the sale of your sensitive information);
- Partial opt out, if you only want them to sell your professional information;
- Delete my personal information, if you want them to delete all of your personal information.
- Finally, enter your email address, SSN or driver’s license number, and your date of birth.
Not all of this data is mandatory. We recommend that you skip providing your SSN.
- Complete the CAPTCHA challenge and click “submit.”
FAQ
What is LexisNexis?
LexisNexis Risk Solutions is a company that collects and sells data to businesses. They help companies in areas like insurance, healthcare, and finance use this data to make decisions and manage risks, which can affect things like pricing and who gets approved for services.
What does LexisNexis do?
LexisNexis gathers, organizes, analyzes, and sells personal data. They operate in 175 countries and supply this data to government agencies, law enforcement agencies, and professionals who manage risks.
How long is the LexisNexis opt-out process?
Opting out of LexisNexis Risk Solutions should take you around 10 to 15 minutes, depending on how many people you’re removing, how many addresses you provide, and the reason you choose for opting out.
When will LexisNexis delete my information?
It may take LexisNexis up to 30 days to process your opt-out request. If your data isn’t removed after 30 days, you can reach out to them via the help page or by calling 1-888-497-0011.
Where does LexisNexis get your data?
LexisNexis gathers data from over 10,000 different sources, including public and private records. These sources include local tax and property records, insurance information, and federal court documents.
What happens when you opt out of LexisNexis?
After you opt out of LexisNexis, your personal information will no longer be available for sale to users. However, it will still be part of products regulated by the Fair Credit Reporting Act, restricted public records used by law enforcement, and third-party data accessible through real-time systems.
Can LexisNexis add my information again, even after they suppress my data?
Yes, your data might reappear on their website after some time. This can happen if new data they collect doesn’t match the records they previously removed, something that’s common among many data brokers.
Does LexisNexis have the right to sell my data?
LexisNexis has the legal right to collect and sell your data, but they have to follow data privacy laws like the CCPA. This means you have the right to ask them to delete your personal information.
Should I opt out of LexisNexis?
Yes. Given the detailed information LexisNexis provides, there are many potential risks for individuals whose data is included, such as law enforcement obtaining information without proper warrants or scammers using personal data for malicious purposes.
Can I remove my data from LexisNexis?
Yes, you can easily request to have your personal data removed from LexisNexis. This process involves submitting an opt-out request, which may take a little time to process.
Does LexisNexis affect credit scores?
While LexisNexis does not directly impact your credit score, the information it holds can be accessed by lenders during background checks. These checks can influence credit decisions, but your credit score remains unaffected by LexisNexis directly.
Do background checks use LexisNexis?
Yes, some background checks rely on information from LexisNexis. This means that potential employers, landlords, or lenders can see your data when they review your application.
Can I look myself up on LexisNexis?
Yes, you can look yourself up on LexisNexis to see what information is available about you.
How safe is LexisNexis?
While LexisNexis appears to follow data privacy laws, having your personal information stored and sold still carries risks. Removing your data helps enhance your overall safety and protects your privacy.
How do I get removed from LexisNexis?
To get removed, you need to submit an opt-out request through their website or customer service. After the request is submitted, it may take as long as 30 days for them to process it and remove your information.
