LocateFamily.com

LocateFamily.com is a people-search website that publishes personal information, including full names, addresses, and phone numbers, often without the subjects' knowledge. The site claims to help users find lost family and friends by aggregating data from various global sources such as public records, social media, and online forums. The information is freely and publicly accessible, posing significant privacy risks to individuals whose data is exposed. The availability of this sensitive information can be exploited by malicious actors for purposes of stalking, doxxing, identity theft, and harassment. The company has faced legal scrutiny, including a substantial fine from the Dutch Data Protection Authority for violations of privacy law. To protect themselves, individuals should be cautious about the personal information they share online and can request to have their data removed from the site, though the process has been criticized as difficult.