How to Protect Your Privacy on Real Estate Websites
Buying or selling a home is an exciting milestone but it shouldn’t come at the cost of your privacy. Many homeowners are surprised to learn that even after a property is sold, listing photos often remain online. While these images can be valuable during the marketing process, they may reveal more than you’d like once the keys have changed hands. From floor plans to personal details, the visibility of these photos can raise privacy and security concerns.
If you’d like more control over the images of your home on Zillow (Redfin and other third-party MLS sites), here’s how you can manage, remove, or limit the images of your home across popular real estate platforms to better protect your online presence.
🔧 Steps to Remove or Blur Photos on Zillow:
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Claim Your Home on Zillow
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Go to Zillow.com and search for your property.
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Click “More” and select “Claim this home.”
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Follow the prompts to verify ownership.
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Access the Photos
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Once logged in, go to the “Owner View” of your property page.
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Select the “Edit Facts” or “Edit Home Info” option.
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Remove or Hide Images
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You can delete photos, rearrange them, or mark them as “private.”
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If you don’t see the option, contact Zillow’s support team and request that images be removed.
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Request Blurring
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Zillow can blur sensitive details (like license plates, faces, or security cameras).
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Submit a blurring request through their help center.
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Follow Up
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Changes may take a few days to process. Double-check your property page to confirm the updates went through.
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✨ Pro Tip:
This process works not just for Zillow but also for many other listing platforms. If your photos are showing up elsewhere, your real estate agent can help you reach out to those sites directly.
