DuckDuckGo Personal Information Removal vs Incogni

DuckDuckGo Personal Information Removal searches supported data broker and people-search sites for personal details such as names and addresses, then sends requests to remove them. Its listed coverage includes Spokeo, TruePeopleSearch and FastPeopleSearch, among 49 sites. The service periodically rescans sites and handles broker confirmation emails to help catch information that returns. DuckDuckGo says setup information and removal requests are handled on the subscriber’s device, and confirmation emails are deleted within 72 hours. After setup, scans and removals run in the background. The service is limited to U.S. residents, one person per subscription and one device. It works through DuckDuckGo’s Windows or Mac desktop browser and its iOS browser; iOS users need Background App Refresh enabled for effective operation. It cannot remove information from sources including social media, government databases, public records, news articles or image databases. Requests may fail, processing can take up to six weeks, and information may reappear. Plus costs $9.99 a month or $99.99 a year; Pro costs $19.99 a month or $199.99 a year. A free trial is available; there is no free plan.

Incogni is a personal data removal service that contacts data brokers and people-search sites for customers, requesting deletion of their personal information. It sends recurring automated requests and provides progress reports, with plans covering more than 420 data broker sites. Unlimited plans add custom removals across more than 3,000 additional sites and unlimited custom requests. Family and Family Unlimited plans support up to five members. The web app provides account and data management on desktop, laptop, or tablet; customers in the United States can use iOS and Android apps for removal progress and scam-protection features. Incogni says it uses encrypted transfers, strong password requirements, optional two-factor authentication, primarily EU-based infrastructure, and GDPR-compliant processing. All plans include 24/7 live chat and a 30-day money-back guarantee. Standard costs $95.88 a year (billed $95.88 annually), while listed annual plans range through Family Unlimited at $22.99 a year (billed $275.88 annually).