You can now tell Google Search to remove your personal IDs and explicit images - but there's a catch

"You've long been able to ask Google to remove certain personal information from its search results, such as your name, home address, phone number, and email address. But now the search giant has expanded the types of details it will delete in response to your request. First up, you'll soon be able to give the heave-ho to any of your government-issued IDs that pop up in a search result. That includes your passport, driver's license, and Social Security number. Right now, this option is just rolling out in the US and should hit other countries down the road."

"On the web, head to the Results about you hub. In the Google app, select your account photo, then tap "Results about you." If you've never requested the removal of personal info before, select the Get Started button. You'll be asked to add your contact details, including your name, home address, phone number, and email address. If you've used this before, select the gear icon at the top to modify any information you've already added."

Google expanded removals to include government-issued IDs and explicit images, beginning with a US rollout and planned wider availability. Users must open Results about you or tap their account photo in the Google app to add contact details and specify which IDs to monitor. Google scans search results for the provided information and emails users if matches appear, and users can view request status and details on the Results about you page. Removal requests affect Google Search results but do not erase information from the original websites.

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