Google's new update allows users to easily remove their personal information from search results, specifically through the "Results about you" tool. Previously hidden within menus, the removal process can now be initiated directly from search results by clicking on a small menu next to the listings. Users can select the reason for removal, and if Google finds the request valid, the information can be removed swiftly, sometimes in just a few minutes. This feature aims to reduce privacy risks as personal data can be exploited for scams.
When you see a result with your personal information, click the three dots next to it, and you'll see a menu with information about the link, including a "Remove result" button.
Choosing that option sends the page to Google for review. If Google decides it violates policy, it will be removed from search -- sometimes in minutes.
Most online directory sites have options to request the removal of your information. That's something you'll want to take advantage of, as information like this is increasingly being used in scams.
I found the process simple. I searched for my name, found a site that listed my information, and submitted a removal request.
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