What do the removal statuses in my dashboard mean?
The status next to each link shows its progress through the removal process. “Removed” means the content has been removed from the website hosting it. “Delisted” means the reported link has been removed from Google Search.
What does each status mean?
Status | Meaning |
|---|---|
🆕 New | The link is waiting to be processed. |
📩 Sent | The link has been processed and a DMCA notice has been sent. This does not confirm removal. |
✅ Removed | The reported content or page has been removed from the website hosting it. |
✅ Delisted | The reported link has been removed from Google Search. The original content may still be available on the website. |
❌ Non-Complying | The website is not responding to DMCA notices. Source removal may not be possible, but we can pursue Google delisting where available. |
What is the difference between “Removed” and “Delisted”?
Removed refers to the website. Delisted refers to Google.
For example, if a leak website publishes your video:
- Removed: The website takes down the reported video or page.
- Delisted: Google removes the reported search result, but the video or page may still be accessible through its direct website link.
These are separate processes. A link can be delisted before the website removes the content, or the website may remove it before Google updates its results.
Why can I still open a link marked “Delisted”?
Delisting does not delete the original webpage. It removes the reported link from Google Search, reducing its visibility there. People may still access the page through its direct URL or other sources.
Does “Sent” mean the content has been removed?
No. “Sent” confirms that the notice was submitted, not that the website has acted on it. Processing times vary, and some websites do not respond.
Does “Non-Complying” mean nothing else can be done?
Not necessarily. Although the website is not responding to DMCA notices, Google delisting may still be available. This can reduce the content’s visibility in search even when the original website leaves it online.
What if content marked “Removed” appears again?
Check whether it is available at the same URL or a different URL.
- Same URL: Contact our support team so we can review it.
- Different URL: Submit the new direct link through your dashboard, with one link per request.
Some websites reupload content after removal. A “Removed” status applies to the reported link and does not guarantee that no other copies exist.
Updated on: 21/10/2026