Comparison

Priwall by mePrism vs DeleteMe

Priwall by mePrism and DeleteMe both work to reduce personal information exposed through data brokers and people-search sites. Priwall by mePrism combines automated and custom removal across hundreds of sites with real-time reporting and independently validated removal-rate figures. DeleteMe provides automated and custom removal through its consumer and business plans, with coverage and service levels varying by plan.

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Data removal

Priwall by mePrism

Purpose-built data broker and people-search removal.

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Data removal

DeleteMe

Personal data removal, reporting and privacy protection.

Removal results

The numbers that matter

Priwall's enterprise removal rates are published using defined time periods and a separate 90-day comparison against the Consumer Reports people-search broker set.

Measure
Priwall by mePrism
DeleteMe
30-day broad enterprise cohort
>92%removal rate
Not published
90-day broad enterprise cohort
>99%removal rate
Not published
90-day Consumer Reports broker set
100% on 11 of 12 sites
99.24% on PeopleFinders
27% at four months
Side by side

Different approaches to data removal

Both services work to remove personal information from data brokers, while their coverage models, reporting, evidence and service structure differ.

Priwall by mePrism

Purpose-built data removal
Broker coverage
Hundreds of sites
Automated removals
Yes
Custom removal
Yes
Removal reporting
Real-time
Enterprise coverage
Yes
Independent efficacy engagement
AICPA AT-C 215
SOC 2 Type II
Yes

DeleteMe

Personal data removal and privacy protection
Broker coverage
850+ advertised sites
Automated removals
Yes
Custom removal
Yes
Removal reporting
Periodic reports
Enterprise coverage
Business offerings
Independent efficacy engagement
Not published
SOC 2 Type II
Yes
Independent evidence

How the evidence differs

Independent evidence can answer different questions. Here, the relevant distinction is between third-party testing of removal services and a CPA-firm engagement calculating removal outcomes on a defined cohort.

Consumer Reports testing

Consumer Reports tested people-search removal services in its August 2024 Data Defense study. DeleteMe removed 27% of tested listings at four months. Priwall by mePrism was not a participant in the study.

Priwall's practitioner engagement

Priwall by mePrism's AICPA AT-C 215 practitioner engagement with Sensiba LLP provides a CPA-firm-calculated removal-rate outcome on a defined broker cohort.

DeleteMe's security certifications

DeleteMe states that it maintains SOC 2 Type 2 certification and announced ISO 27001:2022 certification in 2026. These standards address security and information-management controls rather than measuring data-removal efficacy.

Coverage is only one part of the comparison

DeleteMe advertises more than 850 sites, while the supplied comparison material notes that the number of sites handled automatically can vary substantially by plan and service level. Priwall by mePrism reports hundreds of sites through combined automated and custom removal.

Ownership & jurisdiction

Where the companies sit

Corporate structure and data-handling information can be relevant to enterprise procurement and privacy requirements.

Information
Priwall by mePrism
DeleteMe
Company headquarters
Carlsbad, California, United States
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Corporate form
Delaware C corporation
Abine Inc., United States
Ultimate parent
Independent, privately held
Abine Inc.
Data residency
All customer data stored and processed inside the United States
Not publicly documented
Customer scope
United States customers only
United States and international
Questions

Frequently asked questions

How effective is DeleteMe at removing data?
In independent Consumer Reports 2024 testing of people-search removal services, DeleteMe removed 27% of tested listings at four months. Priwall by mePrism's representative enterprise cohort recorded a removal rate greater than 92% at 30 days and greater than 99% at 90 days. Priwall was not part of the Consumer Reports study, so the two figures come from different populations and study designs.
How many sites does DeleteMe actually remove from?
DeleteMe advertises more than 850 sites. The supplied comparison material notes that third-party reviews report substantially fewer sites being automated on entry tiers, with additional sites handled through custom requests or higher service levels. Exact coverage varies by plan and can change over time.
Does DeleteMe offer a free exposure scan?
The supplied comparison material states that DeleteMe does not provide a public exposure preview before purchase. Priwall by mePrism offers a free scan showing where personal data is exposed.
Is DeleteMe SOC 2 or ISO 27001 certified?
Yes. DeleteMe states that it holds SOC 2 Type 2 certification and announced ISO 27001:2022 certification in 2026. Priwall by mePrism maintains SOC 2 Type II. These certifications address security and information-management controls, not removal effectiveness.
Is DeleteMe available for government and federal buyers?
The supplied comparison material states that DeleteMe is available through AWS Marketplace and Carahsoft for public-sector buyers. Priwall by mePrism is available for individual and enterprise buyers.
Does DeleteMe provide real-time reporting?
DeleteMe provides periodic reports rather than the real-time removal dashboard described for Priwall by mePrism. Priwall by mePrism provides real-time tracking of removal requests and results.
How long does it take to see removals with Priwall by mePrism?
After your free scan, Priwall by mePrism begins submitting opt-out and removal requests. Removal timing varies by broker and request type, while the dashboard provides status information as requests progress.
Does Priwall by mePrism keep removing my data, or is it a one-time cleanup?
Removal is continuous, not one-and-done. Data brokers can re-list information they have previously removed, so Priwall by mePrism continues monitoring and submitting removals over time.
Can Priwall by mePrism cover my family or dependents?
Yes. Priwall by mePrism can cover employees and executive family members, which can be relevant for executives and other high-risk individuals whose household information may also be exposed.
Is Priwall by mePrism available for individuals, or only enterprises?
Both. Priwall by mePrism is enterprise-first, but it includes a self-serve option for executive protection and small internal teams that can be set up without system integration.
What personal information does Priwall by mePrism remove?
Priwall by mePrism targets personal information exposed by data brokers and people-search sites, including names, home addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, relatives and other identifying information.
Does Priwall by mePrism cover international data brokers?
Priwall by mePrism focuses on U.S.-based data brokers and can also cover international executives who hold an address in the United States.
How is Priwall by mePrism different from doing opt-outs myself?
You can opt out manually, and Priwall by mePrism publishes DIY guides for users who want more control. The service automates the work across a large broker ecosystem, adds human privacy agents where needed and tracks confirmed removals.
Is my data safe with Priwall by mePrism?
Priwall by mePrism maintains SOC 2 Type II, an independent security and controls standard. SOC 2 Type II addresses security controls rather than measuring removal effectiveness.
Does DeleteMe offer social media privacy controls?
DeleteMe centers on data-broker removal and does not provide the same social media privacy controls described for Priwall by mePrism, which let users adjust privacy settings on major platforms.
Why is DeleteMe's advertised site count higher than its automated coverage?
DeleteMe advertises a headline site count, while the supplied comparison material notes that the number of sites automated on entry tiers can be considerably lower, with additional coverage handled through custom requests or higher service levels. Coverage therefore depends on the specific plan and provider definitions.
Can DeleteMe be used by government organizations?
The supplied comparison material states that DeleteMe is available through AWS Marketplace and Carahsoft for public-sector buyers.

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Sources and definitions

  • Consumer Reports figures describe people-search removal across the 13 people-search sites in its August 2024 Data Defense study. They are not statements of all-broker performance. Read the study PDF .
  • Priwall by mePrism's 30-day and 90-day removal-rate figures come from a representative sample of Priwall's enterprise customers and were recalculated by Sensiba LLP under AICPA AT-C Section 215. Read the methodology.
  • The CR-13 subset is a 90-day calculation only using the people-search brokers from the Consumer Reports 2024 study. Read the CR-13 explanation.
  • DeleteMe's supplied comparison material identifies SOC 2 Type 2 and ISO 27001:2022 certification claims, as well as availability through AWS Marketplace and Carahsoft.
  • SOC 2 Type II addresses security controls. The AICPA AT-C 215 engagement addresses defined efficacy calculations. They answer different questions.
  • Jurisdiction and ownership information should be reviewed against current corporate and provider documentation before being used for procurement or legal purposes.