DeleteMe
BeginnerDeleteMe is a solid option in the Personal Data Removal category. Removal service with human follow-up and quarterly reports. Strong track record, mostly US coverage but expanding.
Information verified on July 22, 2026
Description
DeleteMe (made by Abine) gets your information removed from major brokers and people-search sites, with some human handling rather than being fully automated. You receive regular reports listing where your data was found and removed. It is one of the oldest players in the field, known for its seriousness and its public opt-out guides. Its coverage has historically centred on the US, with gradual international expansion and a partially localised interface. Like the others, it automates a right the GDPR grants you for free in Europe.
Key features
- Partially human handling
- Quarterly reports
- Public opt-out guides
- Family plans
Strengths
- + Old, reputable player with some human follow-up
- + Detailed reports of what was found and removed
- + Public opt-out guides, useful even without a subscription
Weaknesses
- − Coverage historically centred on the US
- − More expensive than most competitors
- − Closed source, like all services of this type
Recommended for
- Wanting more human follow-up and readable reports
- A profile heavily exposed on US people-search sites
- Fully delegating the work rather than half-automating it
Comparison
DeleteMe bets on human follow-up and reports; Incogni is more automated and better covered in Europe for a lower price; Optery stands out with its screenshot proof.
Want the complete guide?
“Vivre sans Google” (in French) covers the full journey, service by service, with step-by-step migration guides.
Forthcoming 22/10/2026 from Éditions Eyrolles
Frequently asked questions
How much does DeleteMe cost?
From around $129/year for one person (billed annually); family and business plans cost more.
Is migrating to DeleteMe difficult?
Estimated difficulty: Easy (1/5). No migration: you provide the details to monitor, the team handles removals and sends you reports.
Who is DeleteMe for?
Heavily exposed people (especially on US sites) who prefer a service with human follow-up and regular reports.
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