Location data platform opt-out guide

How to Remove Content or Personal Information From Foursquare

Foursquare runs location data services and the Swarm check-in app. You can delete your Swarm account and use Foursquare’s privacy request options to delete location data tied to you.

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Quick facts

Help pageFoursquare privacy page
CostFree
VerificationAccount login or report form
Account neededOnly to delete your own content
Processing timeUsually reviewed within days
Last reviewedOctober 2026

Step by step

How to get content removed from Foursquare

Delete your app accountIf you use Swarm, delete your account from the app settings.
Submit a privacy requestUse the privacy request options linked from Foursquare’s privacy policy to request deletion of personal data.
Fix place listingsIf your home appears as a business or place, report or request removal of that listing.
Limit location sharingReview location permissions on your phone for apps that share data with data partners.
Re-checkSearch your address or name later to confirm changes.

What Foursquare shows about you

Check-ins and tips
Place listings
Location data

After you opt out

Search your name on the site and in Google to confirm the change.
If Google still shows an old Foursquare page, use Google’s Refresh Outdated Content tool.
Keep screenshots and confirmation emails in case you need to follow up.
Re-check periodically, since data can be re-added from other sources.

FAQ

Foursquare opt-out FAQ

Can I get information removed from Foursquare without an account?

Often, yes. Foursquare accepts privacy, copyright, and abuse reports through its help or contact pages.

Will Foursquare remove accurate information about me?

It depends on the site’s policies and the law. Private personal details are more likely to be removed than accurate public or professional information.