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10 questions to ask before you pick a takedown service

Every takedown service promises removals. These 10 questions show what you are really getting, before you pay.

Lock Leaks Team Guide 6 min read Nov 9, 2026

Takedown services can look the same from the outside. The difference shows in the details: who does the work, whose name is used, and what you get to see. Ask these before you sign up.

The 10 questions

  1. 01Whose name goes on the notices?It should be your stage name, sent by the service as your agent. Never your legal name.
  2. 02Does a person check the notices?Automatic matching is fast, but a wrong notice can hurt you. Ask who reviews them.
  3. 03Can I see every notice sent?You should see what was sent, to whom, when, and what happened.
  4. 04What happens when a site ignores a notice?Ask about follow-ups and when the host is contacted.
  5. 05Do you delist from Google and Bing?Search delisting cuts most of the traffic to leaks. It should be included.
  6. 06How do you handle reuploads?Content comes back. Ask whether reuploads are found and removed again automatically.
  7. 07Which places do you cover?Leak sites, file hosts, Telegram, Reddit, social media and search engines all matter.
  8. 08How are my details stored?Ask what they keep, where, and who can see it.
  9. 09Can I cancel anytime?Look for monthly plans without long lock-ins.
  10. 10Is there a free scan first?You should be able to see what is out there before you pay.

Red flags

  • Guaranteed “100% removal” promises.
  • No way to see the notices sent for you.
  • Your legal name or ID required on notices.
  • Fees per takedown that make every removal a new cost.
  • No answer when you ask who checks the notices.

How Lock Leaks answers them

QUESTIONLOCK LEAKS
Name on noticesYour stage name, sent by us as your agent
Notices checkedYes, our team reviews them
Every notice visibleYes, in your dashboard
Google + Bing delistingIncluded
ReuploadsMatched to the original case and removed again
ContractMonthly, cancel anytime
Free scanYes
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FAQ

Can any service guarantee 100% removal?No honest one can. Some sites never respond; that is why delisting from search matters.
Should I pay per takedown?Per-takedown fees can get expensive with large leaks. Flat monthly plans are easier to plan for.
Is a free scan safe?Ours only searches public places for your name. Only you see the results.
Can I compare services?Yes. Our comparison pages show the main differences, side by side.

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