Finding your personal content posted online without permission can be distressing. This guide explains how to request removal from adult websites, though response times and success rates vary significantly by platform.
Established platforms like Pornhub and Redtube typically process legitimate takedown requests within 24-48 hours. Smaller sites or those in jurisdictions with weak legal enforcement may ignore requests, requiring specialised removal services. Success depends on the site’s removal policies, legal registration, and commitment to content moderation.
Document Everything
Before beginning the removal process:
- Take screenshots of the content (only enough to identify it)
- Record the exact URLs where the content appears
- Note when you discovered the content
- Document any identifying information that connects you to the content
Content Removal Methods
Direct Website Contact
The most straightforward approach is to contact the platform directly. There are typically many points of contact on these websites, such as:
Search Engine Removal (Google/Bing/Yahoo)
You can delist content from search engines while keeping it on the original website. This approach can reduce harmful content visibility by up to 95% and provides immediate protection as you work toward permanent removal. Combining deindexing with source removal delivers both quick wins and long-term security.
Legal Removal Frameworks
DMCA/Copyright Takedown
For content you own (including images or videos), you have the right to file a copyright infringement takedown notice. The majority of platforms adhere to DMCA and other copyright standards. These requests can be submitted either directly to the hosting platform or via search engines.
Revenge Porn Laws
If content is shared without your consent, you may have legal recourse under non-consensual pornography or revenge porn laws in many areas. To request removal, contact the hosting platform or search engine directly using their takedown request process, which works similarly to DMCA/Copyright claims.
GDPR/Privacy Requests (For EU/UK Residents)
GDPR gives you the right to request the removal of your personal content from search results. Submit removal requests directly to websites and search engines—most major platforms comply with GDPR.
Escalation Options
ICO Complaints
Unfortunately, the Information Commissioner’s Office do not handle cases related to porn.
Legal Representation/Law Enforcement
If platforms are unresponsive or situations escalate, we offer various escalation pathways. These include connecting you with legal counsel and preparing comprehensive case documentation. We can also assist in coordinating with law enforcement and facilitating court-ordered content removal processes.
Additional Protection Measures
We continuously monitor your online presence, detecting new negative content as soon as it emerges and working to remove it when possible. When direct removal isn’t an option, we use proven reputation management strategies to push down negative search results and reduce the visibility of damaging content across your digital profile.