This service automatically finds and removes users' personal identifiable information (PII) from hundreds of data broker and people search websites. Utilizing patented technology and human oversight, the platform manages the complex opt-out submission process on behalf of the user. The core value is strengthening digital privacy by reducing a user's public digital footprint and mitigating risks like identity theft and spam.
Funding
$3.2M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Data brokers collect and sell personal information such as home addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses, increasing the risk of identity theft, phishing attacks, and unwanted exposure. Individuals often lack the time and expertise to navigate the complex opt-out processes required to remove their data from these sites.
Solution
Optery automates the process of removing personal information from over 615 data broker sites, reducing the online availability of sensitive data. The platform employs patented search technology to identify and submit opt-out requests on behalf of users, shielding them from potential harm. Users receive personalized exposure reports detailing where their information is posted, and can track the removal progress through a centralized dashboard. Optery offers both self-service removal tools and paid plans that fully manage the opt-out process, providing a comprehensive solution for individuals and businesses seeking to enhance their online privacy.
Target Audience
Optery targets individuals, families, and businesses concerned about online privacy and data security, including those at high risk of identity theft, doxxing, or online harassment.
Features
- Automated opt-out submissions to over 615 data broker sites
- Patented search technology for comprehensive profile detection
- Personalized exposure reports with live screenshots of found profiles
- Removals Reports providing live screenshots proving profile removals
- Real-time dashboard status updates
- Monthly scans and opt-outs for continuous protection
- Unlimited custom removals for data brokers not covered in standard plans (Ultimate plan)
- Multi-factor authentication for account security
- SOC 2 Type II compliance
- API for embedding data broker scanning and removal technology into applications