Overview
Personal Data Removal is a service that helps protect your privacy by removing your personal information from various websites and data brokers. We keep all of your personal information off the internet, and you can keep track of this activity in your own personalized dashboard.
For example, when someone Googles you or your family member’ name or email address, data brokers are selling your personal info to anyone who is willing to pay the price.
Additionally, many apps will ask for permission to access the files, photos, contacts, and other personal information on your device. By allowing access, these apps could be selling your data to third-parties without your consent.
We scour the internet for data brokers who collect and trade your personal information without you knowing. Finding them all and demanding your privacy would take forever, if they even comply. So why not let the professionals do it for you? We monitor billions of data points, including the dark web and public court records,
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How does it work?
It works by scouring the internet to identify any instances of your personal data, and then submitting opt-out requests to the relevant websites or data brokers to have your information deleted.
We will find every last one of these data brokers and make sure that all of your information, from your name, address, phone number, SSN number, medical data, and even shopping habits remain completely private.
The best part is this activity is constant, so you can rest easy knowing that any new breaches that crop up will be delt with swiftly and efficiently. This is a great way to help keep your personal information out of the hands of those who would use it for malicious purposes. Plus, VirtualShield will also monitor the web for any new instances of your personal information and repeat the opt-out process as necessary.
Why is it important?
Massive 
data breaches occur all the time which put you directly at risk. in late August 2025, a data brach at 
TransUnion exposed the data of 
4.4 million Americans. Leaked Social Security numbers can then be used to commit identity theft and 
financial fraud, and this is far more common than it should be.
By reducing the amount of personal information available about you online, this service helps to prevent identity theft, phishing, and other privacy violations that could have serious consequences.
The importance of this service cannot be overstated. By using VirtualShield’s Personal Data Removal service, you can take back control of your online identity. When it comes to protecting your personal data, this service is the perfect solution.
Using Personal Data Removal
Using this tool couldn’t be easier. Once active, you can manage everything from your 
Account Dashboard. There’s 
nothing to download. This service works on any device with an internet connection.
Here are a few instructions to get you going:
Start by visiting your Account Dashboard. Select Data Removal from the navigation menu, or use the link below:
If you do not have a
Press the Start button to activate your protection, if you have not done so already.
For more help verifying your identity and activating Data Removal, see our support article.
Once active, exposed records will appear in the Exposed tab. They will immediately be transferred to the In Progress section once an opt-out request has been submitted.
In most situations we handle everything for you. Visit your
Some brokers require email verification and additional steps before they will remove your personal information. These records will appear in the Action Required category.
By authorizing your email we can interact with these data brokers and complete these steps on your behalf.
If we are unable to opt-out of these sites on your behalf, we will provide additional steps so you can complete the verification process yourself.
After completing these steps, select Mark As Done. Once these sites have accepted your request your records will be moved to the Complete category.
That’s it! If no records are in progress, it means you’re protected. you can view completed records in the Complete tab.
You can rest easy knowing advertisers, hackers, and criminals will not find your information by simply looking up your details online.
Common Questions
Can I remove my family’s information?
Absolutely! If you have an Ultimate plan, we can monitor up to 20 bank accounts, 10 credit cards, 10 email addresses, 10 phone numbers, 3 SSN numbers, and more.
Why do I need to remove my data manually?
This mostly applies to U.S. People Search sites like Spokeo and BeenVerified.