How to remove content from appearing in online searches

Why might you need to do this?

If non-consensual intimate content cannot be removed from the source website where it has been posted, some search providers offer tools to remove the content from search results. While this does not remove the content from the internet entirely, it can help prevent people from finding it through some search engines. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to request removal from Google and Bing.

Removing content from search engines does not delete it from the internet. If possible, always attempt to have the content removed from the website where it was posted.

If you need further support, you can contact the Revenge Porn Helpline for guidance.

Removing Non-Consensual Intimate Content from Bing Search Results

Bing is a participating platform in StopNCII.org, a tool designed to help prevent and remove the non-consensual sharing of intimate images online. If you have hashed your intimate content using the StopNCII.org tool, these images will also be detected and blocked from Bing searches. 

Step 1: Access Bing’s Content Removal Form

• Visit Microsoft’s Bing content removal page: Bing Content Removal Request

Step 2: Choose the type of concern

• Select "Tell us about your concern" and choose:
• Select "Exposed personal information"
• Select "Non-consensual intimate imagery"

Step 3: Submit the request

• This form accepts content that:
  • Contains a sexual depiction of you alone or with someone else.
  • Was distributed, created, or generated without your consent.
  • Was created when you were over the age of 18.
• Provide necessary URLs and supporting details.

Step 4: Follow up

• Microsoft may reach out for additional details.
• If your request is accepted, the content will be removed from Bing search results.
   

Removing Non-Consensual Intimate Content from Google Search Results

Step 1: Access Google’s Content Removal Form 

• Go to Google’s content removal form: Google Content Removal Request

Step 2: Select the Type of Content

• Choose "Content contains nudity or sexual material".
• This form can be used for:
  • Nude, intimate, or sexually explicit images or videos distributed without your permission.
  • Fake or altered images falsely depicting you in a nude or sexually explicit situation.
  • Incorrect associations of your name or identity with sex work.

Step 3: Submit the Request

• Provide the URLs of the offending images or videos.
• Include search result links where the content appears.
• Add screenshots as supporting evidence (if required).
• Follow the on-screen instructions to complete your submission.

Step 4: Request Removal of Duplicate Content

• Google may also remove duplicate images from Search results where possible.
• Be aware that this process may include the removal of consensually distributed sexual imagery as well.