What Is Suppression?

When you Google your name or business and see something negative, it can feel like you’ve lost control of your own story. But not everything online can be deleted. That’s where suppression comes in. Suppression doesn’t erase content—but it can make it disappear from page one of search results, where most people stop looking. Here’s […]
When Is Removal Better Than Suppression?

If something negative shows up in Google search results, you’ve got two main options: removal or suppression. Both can work—but which one is right depends on the content, the platform, and how urgent the problem is. Here’s how to decide. More DB Insights: How to Remove Google Search Results 1. What’s the Difference? Removal means the […]
Top 5 Ways to Suppress Bad Google Results

When you can’t remove something negative from Google, the next best strategy is to suppress it. That means pushing the bad result down in search by filling page one with better content. The average person doesn’t go past the first page of Google. If you can bury negative links beneath stronger, more relevant pages, most […]
What Is the Difference Between Deindexing and Removal?

If you’re trying to clean up your search results, you’ll see two terms come up a lot: removal and deindexing. While they sound similar, they’re not the same—and knowing the difference can help you figure out the right solution for your situation. More DB Insights: How to Remove Google Search Results Why the Difference Matters Google […]
How to Stop an Old Forum Post from Appearing in Search

Old forum posts have a habit of lingering—especially if they include your name, business, or anything that looks personal. These posts can rank surprisingly high in search results and cause long-term damage to your online image. Here’s how to stop them from showing up on Google. More DB Insights: How to Remove Google Search Results Why […]
Best Tools to Find What’s Hurting Your Reputation

If something negative is showing up when people search your name or business, the first step is knowing exactly what’s out there. Most reputation damage starts with content you didn’t create—reviews, news stories, blog posts, or personal info leaks. The right tools can help you find and track these risks before they get worse. Here […]
Google vs Bing: Which Is Easier for Content Removal?

If something negative shows up in your search results, one of the first questions you might ask is: Can I get this removed? And depending on whether it appears on Google or Bing, the process can look very different. So which one is easier to deal with when it comes to content removal? Let’s break […]
Should You Pay for Google Removal Services?

If something harmful shows up when someone Googles your name or business, it can feel like a punch to the gut. You might start searching for ways to get it removed—and you’ll likely come across companies offering Google removal services. But the big question is: should you pay for them? Let’s break it down. Can […]
How to Remove Google Search Results

A single Google search can define how people see you—whether you’re a professional, business owner, or just trying to protect your privacy. If harmful or outdated search results are damaging your reputation, you’re not stuck with them. At ReputationDB.com, we help people remove Google search results and regain control of their online image. Here’s how […]