Your Complete Guide on How To Remove Items From LexisNexis
In this article, we’ll discuss how to remove items from LexisNexis, along with other tips for protecting your information and reputation online.
Are you concerned about negative information appearing on your LexisNexis report? Maybe you’re worried about old bankruptcy records showing up, or perhaps there’s an inaccurate judgment against you.
Whatever the case may be, if you want to remove items from your LexisNexis report, you’ll need to follow a specific process.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about removing items from your LexisNexis report and what happens afterwards. We’ll discuss the different types of information that can appear on your report, how long negative information stays on your report, and what you can do to get rid of it. We’ll also provide some tips on how you can prevent negative information from appearing on your report in the first place.
Keep reading to learn more about how to remove your data from Lexis Nexis.
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What is LexisNexis?
LexisNexis is a large database that aggregates public records and information from a variety of sources. This includes things like credit history, credit bureau information, court records, property records, and other data. Many lenders use LexisNexis as one of their credit reporting agencies to help them make lending decisions, so it’s important to keep your information accurate and up-to-date.
How To Remove Your Data From LexisNexis
In this section, we’ll go over the steps to remove your personal data from LexisNexis.
Step 1: Go directly to the opt-out link.
Instead of starting out on the LexisNexis homepage, you can go directly to the opt-out link here. On the LexisNexis opt out page, click the red Next button on this page and the next page to proceed.
Step 2: Provide an opt-out reason.
From the drop-down menu, select a reason for wanting to remove your data from LexisNexis. These are the options:
- I do not want my information shared
- I am a public/elected Official
- I am a law enforcement officer
- I am a victim of identity theft
- I am at risk of physical harm
- I am a judicial officer
- Other
Once you’ve made your selection, click Next.
Step 3: Enter your name and SSN.
Next, you’ll enter your personal information, including the following:
- First name
- Middle name (optional)
- Last name
- Social Security number
When you’re done, click Next.
Step 4: Enter your address.
On the next page, fill out your address, including the street address, city, state, and zip code. You only have to enter the first five digits of your zip code, even though there’s a second box in that section. Click Next when you’re done.
Step 5: Enter your contact information.
In this section, you’ll decide how you want LexisNexis to communicate with you.
There are areas to enter your phone number, email address and mailing address, depending on how you want LexisNexis to contact you. Enter the information you feel comfortable providing and make a selection about receiving mail from the drop-down menu.
Click Confirm when you’re done. You’ll get a confirmation number, which you might want to save for your records.
Step 6: Check back in approximately five weeks.
It can take up to one month for Lexis Nexis to review a request so they can remove the information. They may also reach out to get more information from you before processing your request.
Generally, Lexis Nexis takes 30 days to completely remove your personal information from the database. Check back in about 5 weeks to ensure your data’s no longer on the site. If it’s still there, you can submit another removal request or contact them at 1-800-831-2578.
Why Hasn’t My Information Been Removed From LexisNexis?
There are a few reasons why your information may not be removed from LexisNexis even after 30+ days of opting out:
- You didn’t provide enough information.
- The request wasn’t processed correctly.
- There was an issue with the confirmation number.
- The wrong person’s information was removed.
- The information isn’t eligible to be removed.
Contact the customer support team at 1-800-831-2578 to find out if there’s an issue.
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How To Prevent Negative Information From Showing Up On Your LexisNexis Report
There are a few key things you can do to avoid negative information appearing on your LexisNexis report.
First, make sure you keep updated records of all your accounts and payments. This includes things like credit cards, loans, and other debts. By staying on top of your accounts, you can help ensure that any late payments are reported accurately.
You can also request a free copy of your report from LexisNexis every 12 months. This will allow you to check for any inaccurate information and dispute errors.
You can place a fraud alert on your report as well for the sake of online privacy. This will notify creditors that they should take extra steps to verify your identity before extending credit in your name.
You can also take steps to improve your credit score, which will, in turn, help improve your LexisNexis report. This includes things like paying your bills on time, maintaining a good credit utilization ratio, and more.
Does This Process Delete Info From Other Data Broker Sites?
This process only deletes your information from LexisNexis. If you want to remove your information from other data broker sites, you will need to go through a similar opt-out process with each site.
Managing which sites have your personal data is necessary for your online privacy and safety. In 2023, over 880,000 internet scam complaints were received, resulting in $12.5 billion in losses. Phishing, personal data breaches, extortion and identity theft are among the top 8 types of internet crimes reported.
Identity theft is a serious issue that can have long-lasting effects on your life. If you suspect that you are a victim of identity theft, you should reach out to the proper authorities. You can also file a report and make an identity theft claim with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
The experts at Internet Privacy can help protect you from identity theft, phishing attacks and other online threats. Call us at 866-349-0130 for more information.
How Does Negative LexisNexis Info Affect Reputation Management?
Negative information on your LexisNexis report can negatively affect your online reputation. This is because data brokers like LexisNexis sell your personal information to businesses, including inaccurate information, which can then be used to make decisions about you.
For example, if you have negative information on your LexisNexis report, a business may decide not to extend credit to you. This can make it difficult to get loans, credit cards, and other financial products.
If you have negative information on your LexisNexis report, it’s important to take steps to remove data that’s harmful and improve your reputation management. This includes working on your credit score and taking steps to prevent identity theft. You should also consider freezing your credit to prevent businesses from accessing your credit report.
Can I Hire Someone to Clean Up My Lexis Nexis Report?
Yes, you can hire someone to clean up your LexisNexis report or opt out of LexisNexis for you. This is called reputation management. Reputation management is the process of improving your online image. This can be done by removing negative information from your report and promoting positive information.
You should only use reputable companies for reputation management. This is because there are many scams out there. Make sure to do your research before hiring anyone.
Wrapping It Up
There are thousands of data broker sites that have information that can negatively affect you as an individual or even your business. You can easily opt out of each of these sites, like CheckPeople, Whitepages, Nuwber, and many other data brokers. It’s time-consuming, but it’s well worth the investment in your time to remove your information.
And if you don’t have the time to tackle this on your own, you can hire an ORM professional or team to work on your behalf.
At Internet Privacy, we offer monitoring and removal of your personal information online so you can better protect your identity. Contact us today at 866-349-0130 to learn more.
