How to Delete Profiles in Search Engines
Deleting profiles in search engines is a simple task. Consider following some simple instructions and guidelines given below to perform this task without needing the help from an expert. Many people are surprised to see their profiles on search engines such as Google, MSN, Bing and Yahoo. Remember the internet stores your information when you sign into your email account, post a comment or respond to a blog. However, if you do not want to see your name, email address and other personal details scattered all over the page, you will be glad to know that these can be removed.
Instructions
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Before doing anything else you will need to prepare a list of search engines where your profile or personal details might be sitting. Contact the webmaster via an email for any site that shows your name and other personal information including the phone number and email address. Currently there are a few websites that can help you identify which person you need to contact to remove your name. Internic.net, Whoisdomaintools.com and Networksolution.com are three websites that can help you send your request for getting your profile removed from various search engines and websites.
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It is recommended to bury your name or subscribe to a service that can perform this task. This will make your name or profile appear as the 50th entry in the search engine results. Research has concluded that most internet users do not look at entries after the 20th entry and therefore by subscribing to such a service you can keep your name and details safe from prying eyes. Reputationdefender.com and Removeyourname.com can help you perform this task.
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Consider signing up for a Google or G-mail account. Enter your account setting to use the remove tool which will allow you to remove URLs from the Google Search engine that contain your profile. Bing, MSN and Yahoo offer similar services for deleting URLs from their search engines. Follow the instructions provided by these search engines for removing any content that contains your name.
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You may also choose to delete any classifieds that show your personal details including the full name and email address. Facebook, Twitter and MySpace profiles can also be deleted by cancelling your account with the website. This is one of the best ways to ensure that your profiles are properly deleted and out of sight. Make sure to take your time and go to each site that you think might have your profile or other personal information about yourself.
