Feature comparison

ScanErase leads in 6 categories  ·  Google Personal Removal Tool leads in 1  ·  0 tied

FeatureScanEraseGoogle Personal Removal Tool
Finds images without knowing URLs Yes, via biometric scan No, you provide URLs
Removes from source website Yes, legal notices sent No, search only
Search engine coverage Google, Bing, and more Google Search only
Legal notices under TAKE IT DOWN Act Yes, 47 U.S.C. 223a No
AI deepfake detection Yes No
Cost $89 one-time Free
Processing time Notices sent within hours Up to a few weeks

ScanErase strengths

  • Covers the hosting source, not just search indexing
  • Biometric scan finds photos you did not know existed
  • Covers social media, adult sites, forums, and search engines simultaneously
  • Sends legally enforceable notices with 48-hour deadlines

Google Personal Removal Tool strengths

  • Free to use directly through Google
  • Reliable for removing known images from Google Search
  • No third-party involvement required

Frequently asked questions

If Google removes the image from search, is the problem solved?

Not fully. Removing a URL from Google Search means the image does not appear in Google results, but it remains on the hosting website and can still be found via direct links, other search engines, and social sharing. ScanErase targets the source so the content is actually deleted.

Does ScanErase also remove images from Google?

Yes. In addition to sending removal notices to hosting platforms, ScanErase addresses search engine indexing for Google, Bing, and other major search engines as part of the compliance process.

How long does Google's removal process take?

Google's removal tool typically takes several days to a few weeks to process requests. The TAKE IT DOWN Act requires covered platforms to act within 48 hours of receiving a compliant notice, which is the standard ScanErase uses.

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