How to Remove Your Data from Truecaller in Just 2 Simple Steps

Truecaller is the most used application which amalgamates many sources to sum up the contacts and identify and filter out a call as spurious; but most people in such a place do not prefer knowing details without their knowledge that’s why even a call will come forth, requesting removal from the database. Here is a step-by-step procedure on how to completely delete your information from Truecaller and delist your number.

Why delete information from Truecaller?

It collects and makes available to the world all of your information like names, telephone numbers, and sometimes your e-mail. And this pops up on screens across other people as well. It puts limits on unwanted messages while you can still retain control of your information if you delete all of that data from Truecaller.

How to remove yourself from Truecaller

Step 1: Turn Off Your Account

You need to deactivate your currently active account in your gadget. How to do that depends on your device’s operating system.

For Android Users

1. Open the App

2. Click on the icon at the top left-hand corner

3. Select **Settings**

4. Select **Privacy Center**

5. Tap on the **Deactivate**

For iPhone Users

1. Open the Truecaller app.

2. Tap the profile avatar in the top left.

3. Go to **Settings.**

4. Tap **Privacy Center.**

5. Tap **Deactivate Account.**

Deactivating your account will make sure that the information cannot be searched within the application

Step 2: Unlist Your Phone Number from Truecaller’s Database

Since your account is deactivated, you have to delete your phone number from their public database. Here’s how you can do it by following these steps:

1. Open the Truecaller Unlisting page click below

Step 2: Use international format by putting in your country's international code. The international code of USA is +1 and India is +91.

Step 3: Proceed by confirming that you are not a robot.

Step 4: Click **Unlist Phone Number**.

According to the App, the data for deletion takes up to 24 hours in your number to be removed as their processes will utilize caches. Furthermore, one cannot unlist a number labeled as spam.

More Than Just That to Non-Truecaller Users :

This if you never used this app, but somehow your number might have landed in the list because somebody else shared his contacts with Truecaller, for such users you can directly unlist your number by using the above steps.

Spam Listings: It would be arduous to de-list, if the number has already been marked spam by a few users. It's said one can't unlist a number after it's been marked spam.

Data Removal Time: It can take up to 24 hours for de-listing. Hence, data would still be visible that much time after de-listing also. Well, deactivating your account, unlisting your telephone number can get you out of Truecaller that is how easy it gets. This is a self-help guide on ways you can limit exposure of personal details through Their platform. Through monitoring your digital footprint and being proactive, you can help manage your online presence in this interconnected world

To get more detailed information refer to Truecaller's official support page: SUPPORT PAGE

"It collects user data from various sources, which makes it a privacy concern. Removing your details from Truecaller ensures better security, and unwanted calls, spam, and unauthorized access to your personal information will be stopped."

It identifies callers using its vast database, but many users prefer to keep their contact details private. By unlisting your number, you regain control over your personal information and reduce unwanted calls.

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