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Looking at 79 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Many customers are highly satisfied with the service provided, noting its effectiveness in removing personal information from various data brokers and reducing their online footprint. Reviewers appreciate the detailed reports and screenshots that prove the successful removal of their data, making the process transparent and reassuring. The user experience is often described as easy to use and navigate, with many finding the dashboard clear and informative. Many recommend the service for its efficiency and the peace of mind it offers in managing online privacy. However, some people were dissatisfied with the ongoing presence of their information online even after using the service, and a few mentioned issues with the login process and CAPTCHA. There were also comments about the service being slow compared to other options and concerns about the service's efficiency.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've personally had great results from the AI Optery removal of my personal information. I liked it enough to subscribe to my second year with Optery. It is worth it in my opinion nowadays with data b... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Optery saved me tons of time! Removing one's information from the internet is a huge task and Optery does a great job. They even provide the proof of their success via screen shots of before and aft... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

So far, after a few months, I've seen good success. I've seen a significant reduction in search returns and my footprint. The process takes time and is not a One-and-done because companies continue to... See more

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Company details

  1. Security service

Written by the company

With Optery, you can remove yourself from hundreds of data brokers that are posting and selling your home address, phone number, email and other private information on the internet. Optery serves both consumers and businesses. Optery was awarded "Editors' Choice" by PCMag.com as the most outstanding product in its category for three years in a row in 2022, 2023, and 2024, and Fast Company awarded Optery the "Next Big Things in Tech" for Security and Privacy in 2023. Optery prevents phishing and social engineering, identity theft and fraud, online stalking and harassment, doxxing, and prevents people's private information from showing up in Google search results. Anyone can create a free account to receive a personalized Exposure Report with live screenshots summarizing where your information is being posted and sold online. Optery then provides free tools for self-service removals, or you can upgrade to a paid plan, and Optery will remove the profiles for you. If you have any concerns regarding your Optery account, please send us an email at support@optery.com we'll work hard to resolve your concerns right away.


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4.2

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

198 reviews

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Doesn't work outside US but only tells…

Doesn't work outside US but only tells you that after it's harvested your name and email address - pretty rubbish for a company that supposedly selling data security.

6 April 2024
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Reply from Optery

Hi Richard! We're sorry to hear about your frustration!

Before processing a registration, if you select any non-U.S. country, we do have a warning banner that pops up saying "Optery only works for U.S. residents at this time". This message shows up before you submit any information (name/email) and create an account with us.

If you are signing up as an individual or as a family for an Optery personal account, Optery still only works for U.S. residents at this time. However, you can still create an account, and we'll notify you when we begin supporting your country. Currently, Optery's international support is exclusively available to business customers and has not yet been extended to consumers, but is actively working on expanding this service.

Additionally, you are the sole owner of your Personal Data and can request disclosure or deletion at any time and we will delete this immediately!

We're here at support@optery.com if we can assist with any further questions or concerns!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service. Goals met

27 March 2024
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Reply from Optery

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience!
We're pleased to hear that you've found value in our services and that we're meeting your expectations.

If you have any further questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Now you see Me- Now you Don’t

Although I have only been a customer for about 2 months; it’s remarkable how I saw so much of my data out there now vanish in less the 60 days. Of course not everything is removed 100% yet but wow what a difference I have seen already; especially on all the data freebie sites…I have the Ultimate plan and Optery is very busy at work for me. Also customer service responds so quickly to my newbie questions too! Thanks Optery!!!

27 March 2024
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Reply from Optery

Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that Optery has made such a positive impact on managing your data in just two months. Additionally, we're glad that our customer service team has been responsive to your inquiries.

Thank you once again for choosing Optery and for your continued trust in our service!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Optery Works great

Optery worked perfectly the first time I tried it. All my info was removed from all the sites I saw it on and Optery got it removed almost immediately.

14 March 2024
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Reply from Optery

Thank you for sharing your positive experience! We're thrilled to hear that Optery worked seamlessly for you and successfully removed your information from various sites promptly.

Please feel free to reach out to our customer support team if you have any questions and if you need any further assistance in the future. Thank you for choosing and trusting Optery.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

They do the bare minimun

They do the bare minimun. After 4 months of service, I can still see my information on multiple websites. They also try to aggressively upsell the service and I don't like the idea of being pushed to upgraded membership when there is no progress.

6 February 2024
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Reply from Optery

Thank you for your feedback! We take customer service really seriously and so we want to make sure we address your concerns. We have reviewed your account and sent you an email update about your current removals progress. We noticed that you've written reviews for another opt out software recently - there will be a lower volume of removals if you already removed many exposed profiles. We've also sent instructions on how to submit any Removals Issues if you have found your profile on a data broker site covered on your plan, so we can take care of it right away. Because you are currently on the Core plan, it is possible the sites not covered by your plan are where you are seeing your profile. Additionally, some data brokers can take several months to comply with removal requests, but we are continuously working to remove your profile - you can see this progress in your Activity History in your account. Please email customer support at support@optery.com and we're more than help you further!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nailing expectations

Few companies deliver on all of their promises, but Optery is one of the few exceptions. Highly recommend!

12 March 2024
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Reply from Optery

Thank you for sharing your positive experience! We're glad to hear that we've been able to deliver on our promises. Your satisfaction motivates us to continue striving for excellence. We appreciate your support and look forward to serving you even better in the future.

Please feel free to reach out to our customer support team if you have any questions and if you need any further assistance in the future. Thank you for using Optery!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good service

Been having issues with spam calls and emails after job hunting. Finally got fed up and started looking at data removal services online, and optery seemed like the most promising. I can't speak to comparisons because optery is the first website I've used for a service like this...but overall I'm happy with it. Spam calls are way down. Used to get several a day, now it's just every other day.

I had to cancel my subscription for personal financial reasons, but I will certainly return in the future.

6 March 2024
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Reply from Optery

Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us! We understand how frustrating spam calls and emails can be. We're glad that Optery could help alleviate some of that burden for you, and we appreciate your feedback on our service.
We look forward to the opportunity to serve you again in the future.

Please feel free to reach out to our customer support team if you have any questions and if you need any further assistance in the future. Thank you for using Optery!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Skeptical at first, now a believer

I was highly skeptical of Optery at first. I didn't see much progress at first and thought I had been ripped off. But, as time went on, I became a believer in their site. Communication is good and I see less and less of my info online. I have the Ultimate plan and believe it is truly worth it. They have been adding more and more data brokers lately, it's great. I value my privacy and Optery has been satisfying my desire to have less of an online footprint. I have Incogni too, but overall I recommend Optery to anyone.

5 March 2024
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Reply from Optery

Thank you so much for your positive feedback! We're really happy to hear that you've noticed less of your personal information online and you've found value in our services. Your encouragement pushes us to keep striving for better privacy protection and data brokers coverage.

Please feel free to reach out to our customer support team if you have any questions and if you need any further assistance in the future. Thank you for using Optery!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have researched all Privacy…

I have researched all Privacy Companies. I even removed myself from dozens of sites prior to making a final decision. This is by far the most comprehensive service on the market. And if you value your privacy, worth every penny.

28 February 2024
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Reply from Optery

We wish to convey our heartfelt appreciation for entrusting Optery as your partner in overseeing the removal of your online exposure. Our relentless commitment is directed towards offering the most comprehensive service available in the market, and it brings immense satisfaction to our team knowing that you recognize its value.

Please feel free to reach out to our customer support team if you have any questions and if you need any further assistance in the future. Thank you for using Optery!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

All Around. Great Platform. Great Team.

Really good price for the amount of sites covered. The discounts for victims are also a plus. Customer service is fast and helpful. Better than other competitors I have tried. I will use this one for a while.

19 February 2024
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Reply from Optery

Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience! We're glad to hear that you've found our pricing competitive and our customer service fast and helpful. Our team strives to provide the best possible customer service, and we're pleased to know that we've met your expectations.

We're constantly seeking ways to bring more value to our customers, and it's encouraging to hear that we're on the right track. Please feel free to reach out to our customer support team if you have any questions or need further assistance. Thank you for using Optery!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As soon as I signed up the team…

As soon as I signed up the team produced results same day. I was very surprised to see how widespread my personal information exposure was, I appreciate that Optery worked quickly and efficiently.

18 February 2024
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Reply from Optery

Thank you so much for your valuable feedback! We are glad to hear about your positive experience with our service and how quickly you were able to see results. Our team is dedicated to working efficiently and helping protect our customers' personal information from data brokers.

Please feel free to reach out to our customer support team if you have any questions and if you need any further assistance in the future. Thank you for using Optery!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Optery is a Privacy Pinnacle

Optery is a Pinnacle in their industry. I have a paid subscription (for 3 mos. now) and am happy to say that I see less of my personal information being broadcasted and sold to nefarious data brokers. Some removals take time and some will reappear if one is not careful on sites where one must create an account.

Our privacy should not be sold and partnering with Optery and Proton has been the best move I have made in reclaiming as much of my privacy as possible. It will be a lifelong partnership as information selling is a multi-billion dollar industry and I am determined to not participate as much is humanly possible.

13 February 2024
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Reply from Optery

Thank you so much for your thoughtful and insightful feedback! We are thrilled to hear that you have seen a decrease in your personal information being exposed online. Our team is committed to ensuring your personal information stays off data broker sites and it's comments like yours that motivate us to work even harder. We also share your belief that privacy should not be sold and we are proud to be a part of your journey in reclaiming your privacy.

We truly value your trust and are grateful and look forward to our continued partnership. Please feel free to reach out to our customer support team if you need any assistance in the future. Thank you again for choosing Optery and for taking the time to share your experience!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely love this service

Absolutely love this service. Automation + manual work is the move.

Have seen my exposure progressively improve month over month.

6 February 2024
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Reply from Optery

Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your positive experience with Optery! We are thrilled to hear that our blend of automation and manual work has consistently decreased your online exposure over time. Our team is committed to constantly improving our service, and your encouraging words truly motivate us.

If you ever need further assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to our customer support team. Thank you for choosing and trusting Optery!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

So I go to the bank to open a checking…

So I go to the bank to open a checking account. They go through the usual collection of info but then something happened. They could not verify my identity through a third party company they use. First time that has ever happened to me. Wonder why. I use Optery and now I no longer exist. Real good feeling that they are doing their job. They needed my birth certificate and drivers license. Now a data broker has my info again so that will have to be wiped clean again but Optery will handle it. They did before.

24 January 2024
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Reply from Optery

Thank you for taking the time in sharing your experience! We are sorry to hear about the inconvenience you experience at the bank, but we are glad that we have been helpful in protecting your personal information online. We sincerely appreciate your trust and are always here to assist in protecting your privacy online. Please don't hesitate to reach out to our customer support team if you have any further questions or concerns. Thank you for using Optery!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Optery works

Optery works. I see my information out there less and less. Sign up for a yearly membership to get the best results because it takes time for the data brokers to remove your information. Optery takes care of it so I don’t have to worry.

27 January 2024
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Reply from Optery

Thank you for sharing your feedback! We are thrilled to hear that you've observed a decrease in the exposure of your personal information online. Your suggestion of a yearly membership is indeed a great tip for others seeking comprehensive results.

Our team is continuously working to provide effective solutions for data privacy. Should you require any further assistance or have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch with our customer support team. Thank you again for choosing Optery and for your continued trust in our service!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

good and reliable

1 November 2023
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Reply from Optery

Thanks for your feedback! We're glad to hear that you find our service good and reliable. Our customer support team is always here to assist, so please feel free to reach out if you need anything further. Thank you for choosing Optery!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super easy

Super easy, they did all the work. Very professional.

25 January 2024
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Reply from Optery

Thank you for your kind words! We are thrilled to hear that you found our service easy to use and professional. If you ever need further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact our customer support team. Thank you once again for choosing Optery!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent, Prompt Service

So far, Optery has been great. I have seen a significant decline in information about me on the web. Additionally, I had a billing issue that needed to be addressed. I was fine waiting a couple days for support to assist; however, Dakota immediately got back to me via email and addressed my issue. Thank you for the Excellent service!!

23 January 2024
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Reply from Optery

Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience with Optery! We're happy to hear that you've noticed a significant decline in your information on the web, and that Dakota was able to assist you promptly with your billing concern. We always strive to provide excellent service and resolve any issues quickly and efficiently.

Please don't hesitate to reach out if you ever have any further question/s or concern/s. Thank you for choosing and trusting Optery. Stay safe online!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Optery works really well

Optery worked great for me. They were up front in their service and made me aware that my service would not be able to remove my data from all sites, but they provided instructions for me to use to remove my data. The report that shows my exposed data is very nice and helpful. Their capability to remove my data was great. For those few sites that they can't automatically remove data, they gave me instructions.

7 August 2023
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Reply from Optery

Thank you so much for your kind words! We strive to provide a comprehensive and transparent service, so it's great to hear that you found our instructions and reports helpful. While we can't always remove data automatically due to certain site restrictions, we aim to empower our customers with the necessary tools to take control of their personal data.

Your feedback is invaluable to us and further fuels our commitment to make a significant difference in the field of data privacy. Should you need further help, please don't hesitate to contact our customer support team. Stay safe and thank you again for choosing Optery!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’m very happy with Optery

I’m very happy with Optery. They were very thorough and found a lot of sites to remove my information. I am getting a lot less spam now and feel more secure now my data is not in so many undesirable places.

2 January 2024
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Reply from Optery

We really appreciate your feedback! Its an ongoing battle with data brokers and we're really happy to hear found our work beneficial. Feel free to reach out to our customer support team if any needs come up and thank you so much for using Optery!

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