Step 1: Identify the Infringing Content
Search Google for your copyrighted content—whether it's an image, video, or link—and take note of the URLs where it appears.
Pro Tip: Always save URLs and take screenshots as proof!
Step 2: Access Google's Copyright Removal Form
Visit Google's Legal Help Center or head directly to their copyright removal request form here
Step 3: Complete the Copyright Removal Form
- Select the type of content (e.g., image, video, link).
- Provide the URLs of the infringing content.
- Pro Tip: You must collect the URL to the website page with infringing material.
- Describe your copyrighted work and explain why it should be removed.
- Add your contact details and submit an electronic signature.
Insider Tip: Google's removal process only delists content from search results—it doesn't remove it from the original site!
Step 4: Submit and Monitor
Submit your request and monitor its progress.
Insider Tip: Google receives many requests, so it might take time for them to review yours.
Important Considerations
- Each request is reviewed individually, and removal isn't guaranteed.
- Even after Google delists content, it may still be available on the source site and listed on Google's Transparency Lumen Report.