The Right to be Forgotten and deleting articles from Google about your divorce
The Right to be Forgotten in the UK can help rebuild your reputation following a divorce. In this post, we’ll explain how you may be able to use it to delete articles from Google.
What is the Right to be Forgotten?
The Right to be Forgotten is your legal entitlement to request your personal data be deleted. It’s part of Article 17 of the UK’s General Data Protection Regulation. If you want to delete articles and images from Google about your divorce, the Right to be Forgotten is your legal recourse for doing so. You can read about this law in more detail in this article.
How can I use my Right to be Forgotten to help with Google removals?
To exercise this right, you can submit a request to delete articles from Google. If your application is successful, they'll no longer appear in the results when your name is searched. Our free guide explains the steps you’ll need to take to request these links be removed from search engines.
What do I need to delete articles from Google about my divorce?
For Google removals using the Right to be Forgotten, you’ll need to submit a detailed application. It'll need to prove the information about your divorce is inaccurate, irrelevant or outdated. This means gathering irrefutable evidence that refutes the claims made. You may also need to demonstrate how the links have harmed your reputation and mental health.
Can my request to delete articles from Google be rejected?
Yes, requests for Google removals are often rejected. This is due to complexities and nuances in the law. If the articles about your divorce are deemed to be of public interest, search engines may prioritise this over personal privacy. You can complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office if your request to delete articles from Google is rejected.
How can Internet Erasure help me delete articles from Google?
As specialists in Google removals, we understand the nuances of the Right to be Forgotten. Over the years, we’ve managed to delete articles from Google for more than 600 clients. We’re also the only company that offers this service with a Trustpilot EXCELLENT rating.
If negative information about your divorce appears when searching your name online, speak to us for a free consultation. We only accept cases we believe we’ll be successful with. By assisting you with the Right to be Forgotten, we’ll help you move on and rebuild your reputation. Here’s what some of our past clients say about our Google removal service:
“The people at Internet Erasure need a medal! They deal with your issue without judgement, in a caring and compassionate manner.” - Anon, review from Trustpilot
“My reputation was in tatters. My name was all over the internet and caused me a great deal of anxiety and upset. I engaged with Internet Erasure. The process was easy and I’ve been successfully removed from the internet and I cannot tell you how grateful I am for this.” - review from Trustpilot
“My reputation was in tatters. My name was all over the internet and caused me a great deal of anxiety and upset. I engaged with Internet Erasure. The process was easy and I’ve been successfully removed from the internet and I cannot tell you how grateful I am for this.” - review from Trustpilot
If your reputation has been unfairly damaged by libel, contact us today for a free consultation. We only accept cases we’re confident of winning and will do all we can to give you the fresh start you deserve.
