Search your name, usernames, emails, phone numbers, and old addresses
Make a list of every account, profile, and data broker site that shows your information
Delete or deactivate old social media, forum, shopping, and app accounts
Remove personal details from account settings, bios, posts, photos, and comments
Change privacy settings on any accounts you keep
Request removal of your data from data broker and people-search websites
Opt out of marketing lists and email databases
Contact websites directly to request deletion of pages, profiles, or cached content
Remove unused apps and revoke third-party app permissions
Delete old cloud storage files, backups, and shared documents
Ask search engines to remove outdated or personal results when eligible
Remove personal information from public records where possible
Close old email accounts after migrating important data
Use a password manager and unique passwords for remaining accounts
Enable two-factor authentication on important accounts
Freeze your credit if you want to reduce identity theft risk
Monitor your name regularly for new listings or reposted data
Use a PO box or alternate contact details for future signups
Avoid posting new personal information publicly
Consider legal help for persistent or harmful content
Keep records of deletion requests and confirmations