What Does "Closed" Mean?

"Closed" can have different meanings depending on the site. Generally, it means we successfully deleted your data. However, it can also mean we've exhausted all possible efforts to remove your information. It may also mean there wasn't enough information to confirm your identity, or that the exposure didn't fully match your profile details. If the Global Response Team can't verify the identity using the information in your profile, the request will remain marked as "Failed." In this case, the exposure will still appear on the Excruciating Detail page under the "Exposed" Status category, so you'll always have visibility into it. However, if multiple requests to remove your data go unanswered, we'll mark the exposure as "Closed."

Updated on: 10/27/2025