{"id":17971,"date":"2024-02-24T09:38:28","date_gmt":"2024-02-24T09:38:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/swordfish.ai\/news\/?p=17971"},"modified":"2026-10-19T12:11:44","modified_gmt":"2026-10-19T12:11:44","slug":"how-does-zoominfo-get-my-information","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/swordfish.ai\/resources\/zoominfo\/how-does-zoominfo-get-my-information\/","title":{"rendered":"How Does ZoomInfo Get My Information? [The Inside Scoop]"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><section class=\"aeo-key-takeaways\">\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_takeaways\"><\/span>Key takeaways<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>The article describes ZoomInfo as combining contributor data, online sources, third-party information, and human review to build business-contact profiles.<\/li>\n<li>Information that may appear in a profile includes work contact details, professional history, company attributes, and technology-use data.<\/li>\n<li>The sources and collection methods used for a particular profile may vary.<\/li>\n<li>People who want their information removed should consult ZoomInfo&rsquo;s current opt-out instructions, which may change.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<p class=\"article-last-updated\"><strong>Last updated:<\/strong> September 3, 2026<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"false\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17974 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/news.swordfish.ai\/wp-content\/webp-express\/webp-images\/uploads\/2024\/02\/how-does-ZoomInfo-get-my-information.png.webp\" alt=\"how does ZoomInfo get my information \" width=\"1060\" height=\"565\"><\/p>\n<p>If you&rsquo;ve ever searched your own name and landed on a ZoomInfo profile, or had a colleague mention finding your work email and phone number there, you&rsquo;re far from alone. It&rsquo;s one of the most common questions people ask once they realize how much of their professional life is sitting in a database they never signed up for.<\/p>\n<p>Short answer: ZoomInfo says it builds business-contact records using a mix of online information, data from its contributory network, human research, and third-party sources. These methods can contribute to searchable profiles that sales and marketing teams use.<\/p>\n<p>The rest of this piece breaks down exactly how each piece works, what kind of information ends up in your profile, the privacy questions this raises, and how to get your listing removed.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_ZoomInfo\"><\/span><b>What is ZoomInfo?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17975 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/news.swordfish.ai\/wp-content\/webp-express\/webp-images\/uploads\/2024\/02\/What-is-ZoomInfo.png.webp\" alt=\"What-is-ZoomInfo\" width=\"1024\" height=\"482\"><\/p>\n<p>ZoomInfo is a sales intelligence platform built to help sales and marketing teams find contact details for potential customers. It started life as DiscoverOrg, co-founded in 2007 by current CEO Henry Schuck, and took on the ZoomInfo name after acquiring Zoom Information, Inc. in February 2019, a deal that broadened its market intelligence and industry coverage. The company completed its IPO in June 2020.<\/p>\n<p>The platform is best known for supplying current business emails and phone numbers, which makes it easier for companies to build lead lists and reach decision-makers. ZoomInfo also offers <a href=\"https:\/\/swordfish.ai\/resources\/zoominfo-pricing\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">various pricing tiers<\/span><\/a>, including standard, preferred, and premium options built around different team sizes and budgets.<\/p>\n<p>Its scale and the depth of its company and contact profiles are the main reasons it&rsquo;s become a default tool for many B2B teams, even as questions about how that data gets there persist.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_ZoomInfo_Get_My_Information\"><\/span><b>How Does ZoomInfo Get My Information?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>ZoomInfo describes several channels for building its database. The mix of sources may vary by record; the article describes them as follows:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Contributory_Network\"><\/span><b>Contributory Network<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>ZoomInfo describes a network of contributors who share data from email interactions. The article says this data can help validate and update contact information.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Machine_Learning_Analysis\"><\/span><b>Machine Learning Analysis<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The article describes ZoomInfo as using machine learning to analyze online sources such as corporate websites, news articles, and SEC filings for company information, including industries and locations.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Human_Research_and_Verification\"><\/span><b>Human Research and Verification<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>An in-house research team works on verifying the data collected by automated processes and improving the database&rsquo;s overall accuracy.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Third-Party_Data_Sources\"><\/span><b>Third-Party Data Sources<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>ZoomInfo supplements its own collection with information from trusted third-party sources, including public company records, government data, and social media feeds.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Email_Signature_Tracking\"><\/span><b>Email Signature Tracking<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The article describes email-system integrations as one way ZoomInfo may obtain information from email signatures, which can include business contact details.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Role_of_Contributory_Networks_in_ZoomInfos_Data_Collection\"><\/span><b>Role of Contributory Networks in ZoomInfo&rsquo;s Data Collection<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>ZoomInfo describes a contributory network in which participants allow its technology to process email-signature data. The exact data collected and how it is handled may depend on the relevant service and settings.<\/p>\n<p>The article says this approach can help ZoomInfo update records about people and companies.<\/p>\n<p>Even with <a href=\"https:\/\/swordfish.ai\/resources\/zoominfo-alternatives\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">many alternatives<\/span><\/a> on the market, this contributory model is a key differentiator. Reports on the network describe it processing tens of millions of email signatures each month, which is how the platform keeps updating contact and company records at scale.<\/p>\n<p>If your details appear in a profile, the article says they may be cross-checked or updated through these collection channels.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Type_of_Information_Does_ZoomInfo_Collect\"><\/span><b>What Type of Information Does ZoomInfo Collect?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here&rsquo;s what typically shows up in a ZoomInfo profile:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Contact Details: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phone numbers and email addresses tied to business professionals.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Professional Profiles: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Detailed profiles covering job titles, work history, and company affiliations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Email Signatures: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Signature line data tracked and analyzed through the contributory network to extract and update contact information.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Company Information: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Industry type, company size, revenue, and location.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Technographics: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data on the technologies and tools a company uses, giving insight into its tech stack.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Public Records and Third-Party Data: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Records and third-party datasets integrated to enrich existing profiles.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Social Media Feeds: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Profiles and activity scanned for additional professional detail.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Machine Learning Analysis: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automated scanning of corporate websites and news articles to keep records current.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_ZoomInfo_Work_in_Machine_Data_Extraction\"><\/span><b>How Does ZoomInfo Work in Machine Data Extraction?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>ZoomInfo relies on machine learning to gather and process data from across the web. Here&rsquo;s the general workflow:<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17976 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/news.swordfish.ai\/wp-content\/webp-express\/webp-images\/uploads\/2024\/02\/How-Does-ZoomInfo-Work-In-Machine-Data-Extraction.png.webp\" alt=\"How Does ZoomInfo Work In Machine Data Extraction\" width=\"1024\" height=\"800\"><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Continuous_Online_Scanning\"><\/span><b>Continuous Online Scanning<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The article says ZoomInfo&rsquo;s systems scan sources such as corporate websites, press releases, news articles, and SEC filings for information about companies and business contacts.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Targeted_Keyword_Algorithms\"><\/span><b>Targeted Keyword Algorithms<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To make searches more efficient, ZoomInfo runs algorithms tuned to specific keywords, which helps pinpoint data on industries, locations, revenue, and other business attributes faster.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Technographics_Information_Gathering\"><\/span><b>Technographics Information Gathering<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The system also gathers technographic data, tracking which technologies companies use by scanning a large number of site domains on a daily basis.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Human_Research_and_Verification-2\"><\/span><b>Human Research and Verification<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The article says human researchers may review information gathered by automated systems to assess its accuracy and usefulness.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Integration_with_Third-Party_Sources\"><\/span><b>Integration with Third-Party Sources<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>ZoomInfo doesn&rsquo;t rely solely on its own collection. It also draws on trusted third-party sources, including data from public companies, government sources, and social media.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ensuring_Data_Accuracy_with_Human_Verification_at_ZoomInfo\"><\/span><b>Ensuring Data Accuracy with Human Verification at ZoomInfo<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Human review may help identify issues in automated data collection. The article says ZoomInfo uses research teams as one part of its efforts to assess data quality.<\/p>\n<p>Here&rsquo;s how that process generally works:<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17977 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/news.swordfish.ai\/wp-content\/webp-express\/webp-images\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Ensuring-Data-Accuracy-with-Human-Verification-at-ZoomInfo.png.webp\" alt=\"Ensuring Data Accuracy with Human Verification at ZoomInfo\" width=\"1024\" height=\"800\"><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Team_of_Research_Experts\"><\/span><b>Team of Research Experts<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The article describes an in-house team that checks information collected by automated systems.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Verifying_Algorithm_Performance\"><\/span><b>Verifying Algorithm Performance<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The research team also verifies that the automated systems themselves are working correctly and gathering data as intended, not just spot-checking individual records.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Expanding_Data_on_Contacts_and_Companies\"><\/span><b>Expanding Data on Contacts and Companies<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This team adds new details on contacts, funding events, and conferences, deepening the insight available on companies beyond what automation alone would surface.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inside_Information\"><\/span><b>Inside Information<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>From the <a href=\"https:\/\/swordfish.ai\/resources\/zoominfo-reviews\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ZoomInfo review<\/span><\/a>, this team&rsquo;s role often extends to surfacing insider details about companies, the kind of context that gives sales teams an edge automated scraping alone can&rsquo;t provide.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Continuous_Improvement_and_Quality_Assurance\"><\/span><b>Continuous Improvement and Quality Assurance<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The article describes verification as an ongoing part of ZoomInfo&rsquo;s data-quality efforts.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ZoomInfos_Integration_of_Third-Party_Data_Sources\"><\/span><b>ZoomInfo&rsquo;s Integration of Third-Party Data Sources<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>ZoomInfo also builds out its database using external data sources. Here&rsquo;s a closer look at how that integration works:<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17978 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/news.swordfish.ai\/wp-content\/webp-express\/webp-images\/uploads\/2024\/02\/ZoomInfo_s-Integration-of-Third-Party-Data-Sources.png.webp\" alt=\"ZoomInfo's Integration of Third-Party Data Sources\" width=\"1024\" height=\"800\"><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Supplementing_Automated_Data\"><\/span><b>Supplementing Automated Data<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Trusted third-party sources, including public company records, government data, and social media feeds, are used to add to what automated processes collect, giving a fuller picture of businesses and individuals.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Merging_with_Public_Company_Data\"><\/span><b>Merging with Public Company Data<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Public company information adds detail such as financials, mergers, and acquisitions, enriching profiles beyond basic contact data.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Utilizing_Government_Data_Sources\"><\/span><b>Utilizing Government Data Sources<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Government records may provide information that can be used to check details in a database; the article does not specify which records ZoomInfo uses or how it verifies them.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Incorporating_Social_Media_Insights\"><\/span><b>Incorporating Social Media Insights<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Social media feeds add current updates, trends, and public sentiment, information that&rsquo;s useful to sales and marketing teams tracking a company&rsquo;s activity.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enhancing_Data_Quality_and_Depth\"><\/span><b>Enhancing Data Quality and Depth<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Combining third-party data with proprietary collection is meant to make the resulting profiles both broader in coverage and more detailed in substance.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ethical_and_Privacy_Concerns_in_ZoomInfos_Data_Practices\"><\/span><b>Ethical and Privacy Concerns in ZoomInfo&rsquo;s Data Practices<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>ZoomInfo&rsquo;s data collection model raises real questions worth weighing before you rely on it, or before you decide how to respond to being listed in it:<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17979 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/news.swordfish.ai\/wp-content\/webp-express\/webp-images\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Ethical-and-Privacy-Concerns-in-ZoomInfo_s-Data-Practices.png.webp\" alt=\"Ethical and Privacy Concerns in ZoomInfo's Data Practices\" width=\"1024\" height=\"800\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Privacy and Data Protection: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ZoomInfo states it prioritizes privacy and data protection, and it provides mechanisms to check data accuracy and opt out.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Transparency in Data Collection: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clearer transparency about collection methods would help both customers and the people whose data is being gathered understand what&rsquo;s happening and why.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Power Imbalance: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ZoomInfo profits from aggregating this data, while the individuals whose information is used typically see none of that value, raising fairness questions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Consent and Control: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether individuals meaningfully consented to having their data collected, and how much control they retain over it, remains a central issue.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Accuracy of Information: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inaccurate records can lead to misleading business insights and flawed outreach decisions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ethical Tightrope: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Balancing the aggregation of publicly available data against individual privacy is genuinely complex, and ZoomInfo sits squarely in that tension.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Did_ZoomInfo_Vacuum_Up_and_Sell_My_Information\"><\/span><b>How Did ZoomInfo Vacuum Up and Sell My Information?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>People may want to know why a phone number appears in a ZoomInfo profile. The article describes several possible routes by which contact information may enter the database:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Data_Broker_Practices\"><\/span><b>Data Broker Practices<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The article says ZoomInfo may collect information from public sources or obtain it from other companies. The source and permitted use of particular information can vary.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Public_and_Purchased_Data\"><\/span><b>Public and Purchased Data<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Information in a profile may include details from public sources or other companies, potentially including contact information such as phone numbers.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legal_Concerns\"><\/span><b>Legal Concerns<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Questions about whether particular data-sharing practices are lawful can depend on the type of information, how it was obtained, and the applicable law.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lack_of_Profit_Sharing\"><\/span><b>Lack of Profit Sharing<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A recurring criticism is that data brokers like ZoomInfo profit from personal data without sharing any of that value with the individuals whose information is being used.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Privacy_and_Consent\"><\/span><b>Privacy and Consent<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This reflects a broader problem in the digital economy: personal information can move between companies and platforms with little visibility for the person it actually belongs to.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Remove_Yourself_from_ZoomInfo\"><\/span><b>How to Remove Yourself from ZoomInfo<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you want to request removal from ZoomInfo, check its current privacy or opt-out page for the latest instructions. The article describes a process that may involve verifying your email address and submitting a deletion request.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Visit the Opt-Out Page: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to ZoomInfo&rsquo;s opt-out page.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Enter Your Work Email: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provide the work email address listed on ZoomInfo&rsquo;s website, complete the CAPTCHA, and click &ldquo;Get code.&rdquo;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Email Confirmation: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check your work email inbox for a confirmation email from ZoomInfo.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Enter the Received Code: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the code sent to you via email and click &ldquo;Confirm.&rdquo;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Request Deletion: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check the box stating &ldquo;I would like to delete my information,&rdquo; select your reasons for deletion, complete the CAPTCHA, and click &ldquo;Remove.&rdquo;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Pro Tip: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If ZoomInfo doesn&rsquo;t have a record of your current work email on file, you&rsquo;ll typically be asked to fill out a supplementary form and separately opt out of the sale of your personal information. Keep your confirmation email, since profiles can reappear if ZoomInfo re-scans public sources or a new employer uploads contact lists that include you, so it&rsquo;s worth checking back periodically rather than treating this as a one-time fix.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In short, the article describes ZoomInfo&rsquo;s information-gathering as a combination of contributor data, online sources, third-party information, and human review. The specific sources used for an individual profile may vary.<\/p>\n<p>Using multiple sources may help keep business-contact data current, but it also raises questions about privacy, consent, and individuals&rsquo; control over their information.<\/p>\n<p>Understanding that trade-off is the first step toward deciding whether to opt out, monitor your listing, or simply be aware of how visible your professional contact details already are.<\/p>\n<section class=\"aeo-faq\">\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_ZoomInfo_get_data_from_other_companies\"><\/span><b>Does ZoomInfo get data from other companies?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes. ZoomInfo integrates data from third-party sources, including public company records, government data, and social media, to expand its database.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_ZoomInfo_handle_privacy_and_individual_consent\"><\/span><b>How does ZoomInfo handle privacy and individual consent?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>ZoomInfo offers an opt-out process for individuals who want to be removed from its database and states that it aims to be transparent about its data collection practices, though experiences with the process vary.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_did_ZoomInfo_get_my_phone_number\"><\/span><b>How did ZoomInfo get my phone number?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Typically through its network of contributors who share contact details pulled from email interactions, combined with machine learning that scans publicly available online sources and data integrated from third-party partnerships.<\/p>\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How does ZoomInfo get my information? 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