1. Preserve the address and context
Copy the exact URL, record the date and time, and capture the site name and full page. If there are several profiles, keep one address per row. Do not rely only on the displayed name, because pages can change while the URL stays the same.
2. Identify the violation
Impersonation occurs when an account tries to pose as a person. Copied photographs, image misuse, data exposure, non-consensual intimate content and copyright infringement may require different channels. Describing the problem accurately makes the request clearer.
3. Show the legitimate reference
Identify your official profile or original publication when it is safe to do so. Highlight matches and changes: photograph, biography, city, phone number or offer. Appearing in a photograph does not automatically mean you own its copyright.
4. Use the appropriate channel
Look for the service’s reporting, privacy, impersonation or removal forms. Read the requirements and keep the ticket number. If the site does not respond, the assessment may consider the search engine, host, registrar or relevant authority, depending on the case and jurisdiction.
5. Verify the result
A confirmation message does not prove that the page is offline. Open the URL again, check the search result and record the date. If the source disappears but remains on Google, a search result refresh request may be needed.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to send my ID to the site?
Some platforms request verification, but confirm that you are using the official channel and understand the purpose before sending personal data. For first contact with Erasly, begin with URLs and a description.
Should I report every copy at once?
Organize the inventory first and prioritize the highest-risk pages. Different sites and platforms require separate requests.
Does deleting the profile remove Google results?
Not always immediately. The search engine needs to recrawl the page or receive a refresh request, depending on the situation.
References and editorial criteria
Sources containing reports record user experiences and are not a court decision or independent proof. Official sources explain policies and channels, which may change. Content reviewed on September 26, 2026.
Brazilian Data Protection Authority: data subject rights ↗Google: remove personal information from Search ↗