Data Removal is one of Identity Defender’s services that aims to further improve users’ privacy. It searches for the user’s personal information on data brokers and people-search sites, then sends deletion or opt-out requests on the user’s behalf. It also continuously monitors these sites to ensure the data is successfully taken down and doesn’t reappear.
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How to get Data Removal
How to set up Data Removal
How to cancel Data Removal
How to get Data Removal
Currently, Data Removal is included for new and existing ExpressVPN users in the U.S. who purchased an Advanced or Pro subscription plan. Availability for other regions will be confirmed later.
To subscribe:
- Go to the Order page. Data Removal is included in the Advanced and Pro plans.
- Select the button on the Advanced or Pro plan of your choice to proceed.
- Complete your order by entering your email address and payment details.
How to set up and use Data Removal
You can set up and use Data Removal in the Identity Defender apps for iOS and Android.
To set up and use:
- Open the Identity Defender app.
- Tap the Privacy tab.
- You will be asked to enter your personal information. If you have previously set up an Identity Defender service, you won’t have to re-enter the same information, but you will need to input your Social Security number and phone number in order for us to provide your credit details.
- Select Continue. “Scanning” will appear on the screen.
- After scanning is complete, you’ll see a dashboard showing where your info was found and the status of each deletion or opt-out request from these data brokers and people-search sites.
You do not have to do anything to remove your data again. The service will continuously ensure that the sites indeed take down your data and don’t add them back. You may check the progress within the Privacy tab.
How to cancel Data Removal
To cancel your Data Removal subscription, turn off auto-renewal of ExpressVPN on the My Subscription page. This cancels all services within your ExpressVPN account, including Data Removal.
Need help? Contact the ExpressVPN Support Team for immediate assistance.