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BrandYourself Blog
7M ago
Arrests.org positions itself as a crime-fighting agent that provides a helpful database of information regarding arrest records to the public. However, certain elements of the website reveal its intentions to be much more in line with entertainment value and ad revenue.
When it comes to dealing with arrests.org removal, first you have to know what it is you’re dealing with. Arrests.org is the parent company of a number of local sites throughout the US that capture, collect, and post public mugshots of people. The sites are searchable by state, although the only states available are those that ..read more
BrandYourself Blog
11M ago
For most companies, developing an optimized web presence is a key part of growing their business. The more you expand your business’s online reach, though, the more exposed you are to security threats.
In 2022, it is essential for companies of all sizes to prioritize online security. With the frequency of data breaches and cyber-attacks continuing to rise, failing to implement effective online security protocols can lead to a variety of costly issues. This includes extended downtime, reputational damage, fees for not meeting regulatory requirements, and much more.
The good news is that there a ..read more
BrandYourself Blog
1y ago
Our Protect Private Info tool finds and removes your personal information from 50+ people search sites that are exposing it online. An updated list of the tools we remove from is below.
Sites our Protect Private Info tool removes from:
intelius.com
instantcheckmate.com
truthfinder.com
instantpeoplefinder.com
thatsthem.com
addresses.com
familytreenow.com
anywho.com
nuwber.com
addresssearch.com
peoplesmart.com
peoplesearchnow.com
fastpeoplesearch.com
voterrecords.com
truepeoplesearch.com
verifythem.com
Checkpeople.com
usphonebook.com
beenverified.com
yellowpages.com
ussearch.com
spokeo.co ..read more
BrandYourself Blog
1y ago
Cultivating a healthy online presence takes a lot of work. It requires patience, planning, and a steady hand at the tiller.
If you’re trying to come up with an online reputation strategy for your company, here are a few tips to help you build a sense of trust with consumers.
1. Start With Your Mindset
Before you begin digging into nitty-gritty brand-building strategies, it’s important to put yourself in the right mindset. The truth is, no matter how successful you are, you will never be able to fully control your business’s online reputation.
It’s the same concept as a presidential candidate’s ..read more
BrandYourself Blog
1y ago
Did you know your online brand depends on your phone service?
It’s true. And today, you’ll learn how to build a brand the right way using VoIP.
You’ve already judged other brands based on their phone system, even if you don’t know it. These are the companies that put you on hold for 30 minutes, then dropped the call. The brand that only offers support when you’re at work, and doesn’t accept emails.
They all affect your online reputation, but thankfully they’re easy to solve with a modern VoIP system.
By the end of this article, you’ll understand why VoIP matters for your reputation, and the ex ..read more
BrandYourself Blog
1y ago
Identity theft can happen when you least expect it.
And unfortunately, it happens more often than you may think. According to the Insurance Information Institution, the FTC received 4.8 million identity theft and fraud reports in 2020, up a staggering 45% from 3.3 million in 2019.
How did this happen? It’s primarily due to the 113% increase in identity theft complaints. To make sure this doesn’t happen, everyone should be armed with knowing if their identity has been stolen.
Unlike some threats, identity theft has specific warning signs, and it’s in your best interest to arm yourself with this ..read more
BrandYourself Blog
1y ago
If you’re building a website or web-based company, SEO needs to be on your to do list. Search Engine Optimization not only allows your website to be noticed by Google, but good SEO makes your website relevant to someone searching for something. We have 5 tips you can take with you to enhance your chances of being deemed ‘relevant’ and as a result bring more traffic to your site, Click here for more information.
Avoid too many embedded images that contain textEmbedding text into an image-based layout is not suggested because popular search engines can’t crawl through images (yet). Make sure th ..read more
BrandYourself Blog
1y ago
Finding a poor review posted about you or your business on PissedConsumer.com likely isn’t how you imagined your day. Pissed Consumer complaints can be detrimental to your personal or business brand, and getting items removed can be a challenge. Read on as we dive into the options available to you for navigating a negative review posted on this site.
What is PissedConsumer?
Pissed Consumer is a complaint board and consumer advocate website that is 100% user-generated content. While most of the reviews posted are unbiased and helpful in providing transparency of business interactions and ..read more
BrandYourself Blog
1y ago
Google My Business (GMB) is a free tool within Google that you can use to leverage your business. This space will allow you to communicate vital information to prospective customers within Google Search and Maps, such as business hours, contact information, product images, and more. Here, you can also manage reviews and publish frequently asked questions.
Google My Business and Your Business Reputation
GMB is a great resource to utilize local search engine optimization (SEO) for your business. If you’re just starting out, this tool is worthwhile to have in your arsenal. Most users that G ..read more
BrandYourself Blog
1y ago
Creating a dating profile, one like Match.com, means providing personally identifiable information about yourself to a third-party site, as well as hundreds of other individuals. It makes sense though, right? You share your name, age, location, and other facts about yourself, such as interests and education, to increase your chances of finding the perfect match.
Perhaps you’ve found the connection you were seeking, or maybe you no longer wish to use the site and want to remove yourself from the platform. Your choice to delete your Match profile is a good step in better protecting yoursel ..read more