Guides
Clear guides on removing negative and outdated news articles and keeping your name fair online.
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Top 5 Things to Include in a News Removal Request
If you’re asking a news site to remove an article, what you include in that first message can make or break your chances. A…
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How to Respond to Defamation in the Press
Being defamed in the media is one of the fastest ways for your reputation, career, or business to take a hit. A false claim,…
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How to Deal with a Smear Campaign in the Media
A smear campaign can feel overwhelming. One day your reputation is strong, the next, false or damaging stories are spreading online, across social media,…
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How to Protect Your Kids from Old Family News
Old news doesn’t just follow you, it can follow your kids, too. If your name or your family was involved in a public story…
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What Is the Right to Be Forgotten in the U.S.?
The phrase “right to be forgotten” gets thrown around a lot in conversations about online privacy, but what does it actually mean in the…
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Why Journalists May Update or Remove a Story
Newsrooms rarely delete published stories, but that doesn’t mean it never happens. Under the right conditions, a journalist or editor may choose to update,…
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Can You Pay to Have a News Article Removed?
If a news article is damaging your reputation, career, or business, your first thought might be, can I just pay to have it taken…
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How You Can Improve Rankings by Removing Bad Press
Negative news doesn't just damage your reputation, it hijacks your search results. If a bad article ranks high on Google, it pushes down everything…
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Best Time to Submit a News Article Removal Request
If you're dealing with a damaging news article, timing your removal request can make a big difference. Whether you’re reaching out to a journalist,…
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Top 5 Legal Ways to Get Rid of Old News Articles
Old news can feel like a permanent stain on your name, especially when it still ranks on Google. But here’s the truth: you can…