Optery
BeginnerOptery is a solid option in the Personal Data Removal category. Removal with screenshot proof and a free exposure scan. Very thorough in the US, more limited European coverage.
Information verified on July 22, 2026
Description
Optery stands out for its evidence: for each profile removed, the service provides before/after screenshots, valuable in a dispute. A free tier lets you scan your exposure and get a report, then do the opt-outs yourself; the paid plans (Core, Extended, Ultimate) automate removal across a growing number of brokers. Its strength is coverage of US people-search sites; in Europe, coverage is more limited than Incogni’s. Here too, the foundation of the service (your rights) is free under the GDPR.
Key features
- Screenshot proof
- Free exposure scan
- Core / Extended / Ultimate plans
- Broad US broker coverage
Strengths
- + Before/after screenshot proof, useful in a dispute
- + Free tier to assess your exposure without paying
- + Very thorough coverage of US brokers
Weaknesses
- − More limited European coverage than Incogni
- − The best features are reserved for higher plans
- − Closed source
Recommended for
- Wanting concrete proof of the removals obtained
- Starting for free with an assessment of your exposure
- A profile mostly exposed on US sites
Comparison
Optery is best for proof and for starting free; Incogni stays more relevant in Europe; DeleteMe offers more human follow-up.
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 Optery cost?
Free tier (exposure scan + report, opt-outs done yourself). Paid from around $4/month (annual), Ultimate plan around $25/month.
Is migrating to Optery difficult?
Estimated difficulty: Easy (1/5). No migration: start with the free scan, then let Optery automate removals if you move to a paid plan.
Who is Optery for?
People who want proof of removal and a free starting point, especially if their exposure is US-based.
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