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Optery is the industry leader in personal data removal, helping individuals, families, and organizations find and remove exposed personal information from data brokers and people-search sites. Optery removes home addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, relatives’ information, employment details, and other personal data that can be exploited for phishing, identity fraud, account takeover, doxxing, harassment, stalking, and physical threats. Optery combines patented search technology, sophisticated opt-out automation, and expert Privacy Agents to find and remove dozens more exposed profiles per person than other services. Optery supports automated removals from hundreds of sites, with unlimited name and location variations, and monthly rescans to address new exposures. Before-and-after screenshots provide verifiable proof of what Optery finds and removes, offering transparency no other service provides. Independent testing confirms Optery’s leadership. CNET named Optery its 2026 Editors’ Choice and Best Overall Data Removal Service, reporting the highest removal success rate among the services it tested. Consumer Reports ranked Optery #1 for removal effectiveness in its blind study, and PCMag has awarded Optery Editors’ Choice for five consecutive years, from 2022 through 2026. In separate testing, a TechCrunch journalist found that Optery uncovered nearly 50 exposed profiles missed by DeleteMe. Optery is also the most award-recognized personal data removal platform in the industry. Anyone can create a free account to receive a personalized Exposure Report with live screenshots showing where their information is exposed online, along with free tools for self-service removals. Paid plans provide ongoing automated removals, expert support, verification, and monitoring. Optery has no affiliations with data brokers and never sells customer data. Optery for Business gives security and IT teams a fully self-service platform for finding and removing exposed executive and employee information at scale. The enterprise-grade platform includes centralized administration, detailed reporting, SSO, SAML, SCIM, and API capabilities and is SOC 2 Type II attested. Optery’s API also enables businesses and developers to embed its award-winning data broker scanning and removal technology directly into their own products and services.
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Consumer Technology: Expands Personal Data Removal Across Its Workforce with Optery

A large consumer technology company was already providing personal data removal to a small group of senior executives and their spouses when its security team decided the protection should extend further. The initial concern was physical safety. Employees in Trust & Safety, Customer Care, Communications, Legal, Security, and other functions could face threats or harassmentContinue reading "Consumer Technology: Expands Personal Data Removal Across Its Workforce with Optery"
October 12, 2026
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A Security Professional’s Guide to Choosing the Right Personal Data Removal Software

Targeted social engineering is rising, personalized and multi-channel, and straining enterprise defenses. In Optery’s 2026 Enterprise Social Engineering Survey, 96% of cybersecurity leaders reported an increase in targeted social engineering attacks, and nearly 75% said their organizations had experienced credential compromise as a result. Respondents ranked data broker and people-search sites as the most significantContinue reading "A Security Professional’s Guide to Choosing the Right Personal Data Removal Software"
October 6, 2026
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Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026: Don’t Make It Easy for Them

Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026 has a simple message: “Don’t Make It Easy for Them.” The National Cybersecurity Alliance is encouraging people and organizations to build security habits that make life more difficult for cybercriminals. NCA recommends four simple steps: use strong passwords and a password manager, turn on multifactor authentication, recognize and report scams, andContinue reading "Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026: Don’t Make It Easy for Them"
September 29, 2026
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Optery Now Offered Through GuidePoint Security in Reseller Partnership Expansion

New reseller partnership gives GuidePoint Security customers access to Optery for Business to remove the personal data threat actors use to target employees and executives Optery, the leading provider of enterprise-grade personal data removal software, today announced a new reseller partnership with GuidePoint Security, the leading cybersecurity solution provider that helps organizations make better decisionsContinue reading "Optery Now Offered Through GuidePoint Security in Reseller Partnership Expansion"
September 29, 2026
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Optery and Carahsoft Partner to Bring Innovative Personal Data Removal to the Public Sector

Partnership Expands Public Sector Access to Optery’s Award-Winning Platform for Removing Exposed Personal Information From Data Brokers Optery, a leader in enterprise personal data removal, and Carahsoft Technology Corp., The Trusted Government IT Solutions Provider®, today announced a strategic partnership. Under the agreement, Carahsoft will serve as Master Government Aggregator® for Optery, making Optery forContinue reading "Optery and Carahsoft Partner to Bring Innovative Personal Data Removal to the Public Sector"
September 23, 2026
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[Webinar] Target Intelligence: An Ethical Hacker’s Perspective on Exposed Data and Social Engineering

See what attackers can learn about your workforce before they ever make contact. Before launching a social engineering campaign, attackers research the people inside an organization, looking for information that can help them identify valuable targets, understand their relationships and responsibilities, and develop effective pretexts. In this Cybersecurity Awareness Month webinar, Paul Mander, Chief CommercialContinue reading "[Webinar] Target Intelligence: An Ethical Hacker’s Perspective on Exposed Data and Social Engineering"
September 14, 2026
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Optery Joins Surfshark Group to Accelerate Personal Data Protection, Remains Standalone Company

Optery is officially joining the Surfshark Group – uniting an ecosystem of privacy and security brands such as Incogni, Ironwall, HeyPolo, and now Optery. This marks an exciting new chapter in our mission to put individuals, families, and businesses in control of their data. As part of an established cybersecurity ecosystem, we plan to accelerateContinue reading "Optery Joins Surfshark Group to Accelerate Personal Data Protection, Remains Standalone Company"
September 8, 2026
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How Exposed Personal Data Puts Higher Education Personnel and Institutions at Risk

Colleges and universities face threats directed at both their people and their operations. Faculty and researchers hold valuable research and intellectual property. IT, identity, and help-desk personnel control access to institutional systems. HR, payroll, finance, and procurement employees administer processes that can be exploited for fraud. Public-facing faculty, administrators, and campus leaders may also faceContinue reading "How Exposed Personal Data Puts Higher Education Personnel and Institutions at Risk"
August 21, 2026
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How Exposed Personal Data Puts Civilian Government Personnel and Operations at Risk

Personal information about civilian government personnel is widely available through data brokers and people-search sites. Available profiles can include home addresses, personal phone numbers and email addresses, relatives, and other details that make government employees and their families easier to identify, contact, impersonate, or target with cyber and physical threats. For judges, prosecutors, elected officials,Continue reading "How Exposed Personal Data Puts Civilian Government Personnel and Operations at Risk"
August 19, 2026
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Commercially Available Personal Data Remains a National Security Risk for U.S. Government and Military Personnel

Personal data about U.S. government employees, military personnel, veterans, and their families is widely available through commercial data brokers and people-search sites.  Research, intelligence and policy documents, congressional findings, and federal court decisions have identified foreign-adversary access to Americans’ sensitive personal data as a national-security risk. This information can support intelligence gathering, surveillance, profiling, spearphishing,Continue reading "Commercially Available Personal Data Remains a National Security Risk for U.S. Government and Military Personnel"
August 17, 2026
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Optery Ranks No. 177 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies

With Three-Year Revenue Growth of 1,906 Percent, The Personal Data Removal Leader Ranks No. 2 in Security, No. 12 in the San Francisco Metro, and No. 33 in California  Optery today announced it has been ranked No. 177 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list, the annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. InContinue reading "Optery Ranks No. 177 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies"
August 11, 2026
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Cloaked vs. Optery (2026 Comparison): Which Data Removal Service is Best?

Who Is Cloaked? Cloaked is a multi-feature privacy app. It bundles email/phone aliases, spam-call blocking, a password manager, VPN, $1M identity theft insurance, dark web monitoring, and a basic personal data removal service all in one subscription. This bundle is genuinely appealing. Who Is Optery? Optery is #1 most effective and award winning personal dataContinue reading "Cloaked vs. Optery (2026 Comparison): Which Data Removal Service is Best?"
July 25, 2026
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The Era of Executive-Only Data Broker Removal Is Over. Most Organizations Now Recognize the Urgent Need to Expand Coverage Across the Broader Workforce

Originally published in Evan Kirstel’s “What’s up with Tech“ Historically, personal data removal has often been treated as a protection measure for executives only. CEOs, board members, founders, and other highly visible leaders are obvious targets for both cyber and physical threats. When their personal information is exposed on data broker sites, attackers can useContinue reading "The Era of Executive-Only Data Broker Removal Is Over. Most Organizations Now Recognize the Urgent Need to Expand Coverage Across the Broader Workforce"
July 24, 2026
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Optery at Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2026

Join Optery at Global Security Exchange in Atlanta, Georgia to see how we remove exposed employee and executive personal data from the open web to help organizations reduce cyber and physical risk. Stop by our table to learn how Optery’s award-winning solution helps prevent: • Social engineering and impersonation attacks (phishing, smishing, vishing)• Credential compromise,Continue reading "Optery at Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2026"
July 15, 2026
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CNET Names Optery Editors’ Choice and Best Overall Data Removal Service of 2026

CNET has named Optery the best overall data removal service of 2026, ranking Optery #1 among leading personal data removal services. In its comparison of top data removal services, CNET selected Optery as its top overall recommendation, citing Optery’s ease of use, removal effectiveness, and unmatched transparency. CNET said Optery is “better than any otherContinue reading "CNET Names Optery Editors’ Choice and Best Overall Data Removal Service of 2026"
July 6, 2026
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Data Brokers Are Intelligence Tools for Attackers. Security Teams Need Defensive Counterintelligence

Originally published in Evan Kirstel’s “What’s up with Tech“ Targeted social engineering does not begin with a phish, a text, or a phone call. It begins with reconnaissance. Attackers need to know who works at a company, what they do, how they can be reached, who they work with, and what details will make anContinue reading "Data Brokers Are Intelligence Tools for Attackers. Security Teams Need Defensive Counterintelligence"
June 25, 2026
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Optery at FutureCon Chicago – June 2026

Join Optery at FutureCon Chicago to see how we remove exposed employee and executive personal data from the open web to help organizations reduce cyber and physical risk. Stop by our table to learn how Optery’s award-winning solution helps prevent: • social engineering and impersonation attacks (phishing, smishing, vishing)• credential compromise, account takeover, and BEC•Continue reading "Optery at FutureCon Chicago – June 2026"
June 4, 2026
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Optery Wins 2026 Fortress Cybersecurity Award in Privacy Enhancing Technologies

Recognition honors organizations, products, and leaders delivering measurable results in digital defense Optery has been named a winner in the 2026 Fortress Cybersecurity Awards, in the category of Privacy Enhancing Technologies. Presented by the Business Intelligence Group, the award recognizes the organizations, products, and people applying cybersecurity in ways that deliver real, measurable protection. TheContinue reading "Optery Wins 2026 Fortress Cybersecurity Award in Privacy Enhancing Technologies"
June 2, 2026
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Optery Named a Winner in the 2026 Evan Kirstel’s We Love Tech Awards

Recognized in the Security / CyberSecurity category as a Product winner Optery today announced that it has been named a winner in the Security / CyberSecurity category of the 2026 Evan Kirstel’s We Love Tech Awards, an annual program celebrating the individuals, organizations, and products reshaping how enterprises work, communicate, secure data, serve customers, andContinue reading "Optery Named a Winner in the 2026 Evan Kirstel’s We Love Tech Awards"
May 14, 2026
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Optery Releases 2026 Enterprise Social Engineering Survey Report

Survey of 421 cybersecurity leaders finds data brokers are viewed as the top attacker intelligence source, while employee data reduction ranks as the top defense and investment priority Optery today announced the release of its 2026 Enterprise Social Engineering Survey Report, The Data Behind the Deception, based on a survey of 421 cybersecurity leaders acrossContinue reading "Optery Releases 2026 Enterprise Social Engineering Survey Report"
May 12, 2026
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The Data Behind the Deception: A Live Webinar on Optery’s 2026 Enterprise Social Engineering Survey

On Tuesday, May 19, 2026, join us for a live webinar walking through the findings of our 2026 Enterprise Social Engineering Survey – a study of 400+ cybersecurity leaders exploring rising social engineering attacks, enterprise response, and how security teams are defending their organizations today. Paul Mander, Chief Commercial Officer and General Manager of OpteryContinue reading "The Data Behind the Deception: A Live Webinar on Optery’s 2026 Enterprise Social Engineering Survey"
May 5, 2026
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New Feature: Export PII Removal Status for Organization Members 

Measurable PII removal status data is now available at your fingertips. Optery for Business administrators can now generate a CSV export of PII removal status data for one, several, or all organization members. The export includes the complete history of status changes for each member at each data broker. The CSV includes data broker names,Continue reading "New Feature: Export PII Removal Status for Organization Members "
April 28, 2026
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Optery Wins 2026 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards for Attack Surface Management, Anti-Phishing, and Human Risk Management

Recognition underscores Optery’s unmatched ability to find and remove exposed employee PII across data broker sites, helping prevent cyber and physical threats Optery, the leader in enterprise-grade personal data removal and the first company to offer IT teams a completely self-service platform for finding and removing employee PII from the web, today announced it hasContinue reading "Optery Wins 2026 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards for Attack Surface Management, Anti-Phishing, and Human Risk Management"
April 23, 2026
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[Webinar] The Data Behind the Deception: Inside Optery’s 2026 Enterprise Social Engineering Survey

Discover what experienced cybersecurity leaders are doing to protect their businesses from cyberattacks. Get an exclusive look at new research from Optery’s survey of 421 enterprise cybersecurity leaders. Paul Mander, CCO and General Manager of Optery for Business, and Ray Heffer, Field CISO and strategic security advisor at Veeam, unpack the report’s most important findingsContinue reading "[Webinar] The Data Behind the Deception: Inside Optery’s 2026 Enterprise Social Engineering Survey"
April 20, 2026
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Optery Wins Best of Category in Social Engineering in the 2026 Globee® Awards for Cybersecurity

Globee Awards honors Optery for helping organizations prevent social engineering attacks. Optery, the award-winning personal data removal platform helping individuals and businesses remove exposed personal information from data broker and people-search websites, is honored to be named the Best of Category winner in Social Engineering in the 2026 Globee® Awards for Cybersecurity, a globally recognizedContinue reading "Optery Wins Best of Category in Social Engineering in the 2026 Globee® Awards for Cybersecurity"
April 14, 2026
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Optery for Financial Services Organizations

Optery removes exposed employee personal data from data broker and people-search sites at scale, helping financial services organizations reduce cyber and physical risk. Discover Optery’s Financial Services Data Sheet. Financial services remains one of the most targeted sectors for cyberattacks. Data broker platforms expose employee contact details, job roles, and locations — information attackers useContinue reading "Optery for Financial Services Organizations"
April 3, 2026
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Optery Ranked No. 12 Fastest-Growing Private Company in 2026 Inc. Regionals: Pacific List

Escalating demand for Optery’s industry-leading personal data removal service resulted in 763% revenue growth over a two-year evaluation period Optery, the award-winning personal data removal platform helping individuals and businesses remove exposed personal information from data broker and people-search websites, has been ranked No. 12 on the 2026 Inc. Regionals: Pacific list of the fastest-growingContinue reading "Optery Ranked No. 12 Fastest-Growing Private Company in 2026 Inc. Regionals: Pacific List"
April 1, 2026
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Optery Wins Market Disruptor – Digital Risk Protection in the 14th Annual Global InfoSec Awards at RSAC 2026

Optery, the leader in enterprise personal data removal, has been named Market Disruptor in the Digital Risk Protection category by Cyber Defense Magazine (CDM), the industry’s leading electronic information security magazine. Now in its fourteenth year, the Global InfoSec Awards recognize cybersecurity companies delivering innovative solutions that address today’s most pressing security challenges. Optery isContinue reading "Optery Wins Market Disruptor – Digital Risk Protection in the 14th Annual Global InfoSec Awards at RSAC 2026"
March 23, 2026
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Optery for Life Sciences & Healthcare Organizations

Optery removes exposed employee personal data from data broker and people-search sites at scale, helping healthcare organizations reduce cyber and physical risk. Discover Optery’s Life Sciences & Healthcare Data Sheet. Healthcare remains one of the most targeted sectors for cyberattacks. Data broker platforms expose employee contact details, job roles, and locations — information attackers useContinue reading "Optery for Life Sciences & Healthcare Organizations"
March 11, 2026
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Cybercrime Is Personal: What Most People Get Wrong About Cyber Insurance

By Neil Rekhi, Personal Cyber Insurance Product Lead, The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company and Paul Mander, Chief Commercial Officer & GM of Optery for Business. When people think “cybercrime,” they often picture hackers breaching corporate networks or large-scale ransomware attacks. But the truth is, cyber threats are increasingly personal — and theyContinue reading "Cybercrime Is Personal: What Most People Get Wrong About Cyber Insurance"
February 20, 2026
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Advocacy in Action: Strengthening Privacy for Vermonters

At Optery, we believe privacy shouldn’t be a privilege or a full-time job. That’s why we’re taking our mission directly to lawmakers. On January 19, 2026, Optery’s General Counsel, Ambar Chavez, submitted formal testimony to the Vermont House Committee on Commerce and Economic Development regarding H.211, Vermont’s proposal for a state “Delete Act”. Our goalContinue reading "Advocacy in Action: Strengthening Privacy for Vermonters"
February 18, 2026
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Optery at FutureCon’s Bourbon & Banter RSA Happy Hour

Join Optery at RSAC for FutureCon’s Bourbon & Banter happy hour and enjoy an evening of bourbon tasting, entertainment, and networking. Led by Ken Foster, an accomplished CISO and U.S. Navy veteran, and “Pops,” Founder and Chief Drinking Officer of DrinkCurious and Bourbon & Banter, the event brings together cybersecurity best practices and elite bourbonContinue reading "Optery at FutureCon’s Bourbon & Banter RSA Happy Hour"
January 30, 2026
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Data Privacy Week 2026: Reducing Personal Data Exposure and Preventing Exploitation

It’s Data Privacy Week 2026. To mark the occasion, we’re sharing some tips to help you stay more private and better protect yourself from the dangers of personal data exploitation. Whether it takes the form of phishing, smishing, vishing, password cracking, impersonation, identity fraud, Account Takeover (ATO), or Business Email Compromise (BEC), the weaponization of personalContinue reading "Data Privacy Week 2026: Reducing Personal Data Exposure and Preventing Exploitation"
January 26, 2026
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Privacy Protectors Spotlight: Merry Marwig

In the latest installment of our Privacy Protectors Spotlight series, we are excited to feature privacy strategist and advocate Merry Marwig. Merry Marwig is a privacy expert, researcher, and communications leader whose work spans regulatory strategy, operational privacy, and consumer data rights. She is the Vice President of Global Communications and Advocacy at Privacy4Cars, whereContinue reading "Privacy Protectors Spotlight: Merry Marwig"
January 12, 2026
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The California DROP System: A Positive Step for Privacy—With Important Limitations

The launch of California’s Delete Request and Opt-Out Platform (DROP) is an important signal that momentum is building around consumer data rights and accountability for data brokers. As the industry leader in personal data removal, Optery supports privacy-forward changes like this. At the same time, it’s important to understand what DROP does today, what itContinue reading "The California DROP System: A Positive Step for Privacy—With Important Limitations"
January 9, 2026
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Holiday Privacy and Security Tips: Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones

The holidays are a time for joy and togetherness—but they’re also a time when scammers and cybercriminals are most active. Staying safe requires keeping your personal information out of their hands.  Below are five essential cybersecurity tips for protecting yourself and your loved ones this holiday season. 1. Find and Address Your Personal Data ExposureContinue reading "Holiday Privacy and Security Tips: Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones"
December 16, 2025
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Ambar Chavez Breaks Down Optery’s New Data Broker Directory on the Privacy Exchange

Optery’s General Counsel and VP of Legal, Ambar Chavez, recently joined Merry Marwig on The Privacy Exchange Show & Tell series to discuss the data broker ecosystem, Optery’s Data Broker Directory, and more. With a career spanning regulatory enforcement, consumer protection, incident response, AI governance, and privacy program leadership, Ambar brings a rare, end-to-end perspective on howContinue reading "Ambar Chavez Breaks Down Optery’s New Data Broker Directory on the Privacy Exchange"
December 15, 2025
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Why You Get So Many Spam Texts and Calls, and What You Can Actually Do About It

Contributor note: This article incorporates expert input from data broker researcher Jeff Jockisch If you’re overwhelmed by spam texts and calls and wondering, “Why is this happening to me, and what can I do to stop it?” this article is for you. The real reason you get so much spam is because there’s a vastContinue reading "Why You Get So Many Spam Texts and Calls, and What You Can Actually Do About It"
December 3, 2025
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CyberVault Podcast Recap: Lawrence Gentilello on data brokers and security risks

Optery CEO & Founder Lawrence Gentilello recently joined Katie Soper on the CyberVault podcast to break down some of the most pressing questions surrounding data brokers and personal data exposure today. The conversation explored: Below are some highlights from the episode. The scale of the data broker ecosystem Lawrence explained the fundamental challenge: data brokersContinue reading "CyberVault Podcast Recap: Lawrence Gentilello on data brokers and security risks"
November 18, 2025
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Optery Named Winner of the 2025 Top InfoSec Innovator Award for Most Innovative Anti-Phishing

Optery has been named the winner of the 2025 Most Innovative Anti-Phishing award from Cyber Defense Magazine! Now in its 13th year, the Cyber Defense Awards, presented during CyberDefenseCon 2025, honor companies delivering exceptional solutions in cybersecurity. Optery is unique among personal data removal solutions, combining sophisticated patented search technology with automated opt-out software to discover andContinue reading "Optery Named Winner of the 2025 Top InfoSec Innovator Award for Most Innovative Anti-Phishing"
October 28, 2025
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Incogni vs Optery: Why Privacy Experts Pick Optery

When it comes to personal data removal, the difference between doing something and doing it right is huge. Incogni has grown in visibility thanks to its parent company’s marketing reach, but once you look past the branding, Optery stands out as the more comprehensive, transparent, verifiable, and award-winning choice. “Optery is our pick for bestContinue reading "Incogni vs Optery: Why Privacy Experts Pick Optery"
October 15, 2025
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New Privacy Law in Maryland with Authorized Agent Provisions

Maryland has become the latest state to enact a comprehensive privacy law. Signed in May 2024, the Maryland Online Data Privacy Act (MODPA) took effect October 1, 2025, with enforcement beginning April 1, 2026 under the Maryland Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division. Maryland is the sixteenth state with a comprehensive privacy law to take effect,Continue reading "New Privacy Law in Maryland with Authorized Agent Provisions"
October 15, 2025
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Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025: Complete Your Defenses With Personal Data Removal 

This year’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month highlights the Core 4 habits: strong passwords, MFA, scam awareness, and software updates. Put another way: protect your passwords, protect your accounts, protect against social engineering, and protect against exploitable vulnerabilities. One of the most effective things one can do along these lines is to address exposed personal data, becauseContinue reading "Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025: Complete Your Defenses With Personal Data Removal "
October 13, 2025
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Data Brokers, Social Engineering, and Enterprise Security: Optery’s Paul Mander on the Unscripted Podcast

Optery for Business GM Paul Mander recently joined cybersecurity expert and host David Raviv on the Unscripted Podcast to reveal how personal data is collected, sold, and weaponized, and how Optery helps individuals and companies fight back. From cookies to data brokers to playing offense against social engineering, this episode covers it all. Paul satContinue reading "Data Brokers, Social Engineering, and Enterprise Security: Optery’s Paul Mander on the Unscripted Podcast"
September 9, 2025
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Optery Wins SiliconANGLE TechForward Award in the Digital Risk Protection Platform Category

Optery has been named a winner in SiliconANGLE’s 2025 TechForward Awards in the Digital Risk Protection category. The company was recognized for tackling one of today’s most critical security gaps: the online exposure of employee and executive personal data, a leading driver of modern cyberattacks. Optery protects companies from social engineering, credential compromise, and otherContinue reading "Optery Wins SiliconANGLE TechForward Award in the Digital Risk Protection Platform Category"
August 27, 2025
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New Joint CISA/FBI/CNMF Advisory Is Latest Confirmation that Attackers Use Commercial Data Brokers to Target Organizations

Advisory follows a string of evidence showing attackers leveraging data brokers for recon and social engineering The joint CISA/FBI/CNMF updated advisory on Scattered Spider acknowledges what several analysts have previously noted: the threat group is using commercial data brokers as part of their reconnaissance toolkit and as fuel for social engineering. In its July 29,Continue reading "New Joint CISA/FBI/CNMF Advisory Is Latest Confirmation that Attackers Use Commercial Data Brokers to Target Organizations"
August 25, 2025
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Optery vs. DeleteMe vs. Incogni – Cybersecurity Expert Names Optery the Clear Winner

When it comes to personal data removal, consumers and businesses rely on reviews to evaluate solutions. Unfortunately, most online reviews cannot be trusted as they are posted by affiliate marketers and influencers paid to generate sales for the vendors. This is why when selecting a personal data removal service, our #1 recommendation is to signContinue reading "Optery vs. DeleteMe vs. Incogni – Cybersecurity Expert Names Optery the Clear Winner"
August 25, 2025
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Unit 42 Report: Social Engineering Is the #1 Initial Access Vector 

Palo Alto Networks’ latest Unit 42 Global Incident Response Report: Social Engineering Edition shows that social engineering remains the #1 initial access vector. Among the more than 700 cases Unit 42 investigated between May 2024 and May 2025, 36% of all incidents began with social engineering. Of those: More Stats from the Report Additional InsightsContinue reading "Unit 42 Report: Social Engineering Is the #1 Initial Access Vector "
August 12, 2025
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Scattered Spider’s Use of Data Brokers: Reconnaissance, Targeting, and Threats

Update: A new joint CISA/FBI/CNMF advisory has confirmed that Scattered Spider uses commercial data brokers. Read more here. The hacker collective known as Scattered Spider is once again dominating headlines with a wave of high-profile cyberattacks that span multiple industries. According to threat intelligence sources, the group has pursued a sector-by-sector strategy, recently hitting retailContinue reading "Scattered Spider’s Use of Data Brokers: Reconnaissance, Targeting, and Threats"
July 21, 2025
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Social Engineering Is the #1 Attack Vector: Highlights from the ITRC’s H1 2025 Data Breach Report

The Identity Theft Resource Center’s 2025 H1 Data Breach Report is out. AI-powered phishing attacks continue to rise, phishing/smishing/BEC topped the list of known attack vectors, the supply chain is a critical weakness, breach notifications still lack critical details, and financial and healthcare sectors remain prime targets. Here are some highlights: “The overwhelming majority ofContinue reading "Social Engineering Is the #1 Attack Vector: Highlights from the ITRC’s H1 2025 Data Breach Report"
July 18, 2025
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Phishing’s Role in Breaches: Behind the Numbers of Verizon’s 2025 DBIR

The 2025 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR) is one of the most respected and widely cited sources on cybersecurity incidents. Each year, its analysis shapes how organizations and security leaders understand the threat landscape. At first glance, the 2025 report shows phishing falling behind: it ranks phishing as the third most common initial accessContinue reading "Phishing’s Role in Breaches: Behind the Numbers of Verizon’s 2025 DBIR"
June 25, 2025
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Privacy Protectors Spotlight: Ray Heffer

In the latest installment of our Privacy Protectors Spotlight series, we are excited to feature world-renowned privacy and security expert Ray Heffer. Ray is a cybersecurity veteran with 30 years of experience across areas such as secure cloud architecture, penetration testing, strategic advisory roles, privacy engineering, and open-source intelligence (OSINT) threat mitigation. He currently servesContinue reading "Privacy Protectors Spotlight: Ray Heffer"
June 24, 2025
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Suspect in Minnesota Shootings Used Data Broker Sites to Find Targets

The Minnesota shooting suspect, Vance Boelter reportedly used data broker and people search sites to gather personal information in preparation for his attacks. As reported by WIRED, “according to an FBI affidavit, police searched the SUV believed to be the suspect’s and found notebooks that included handwritten lists of ‘more than 45 Minnesota state andContinue reading "Suspect in Minnesota Shootings Used Data Broker Sites to Find Targets"
June 18, 2025
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Optery’s Statement Following Meltwater’s Unsolicited Emails to Optery Customers

In May 2025, Meltwater sent unsolicited emails to a small portion of Optery customers who had enabled Expanded Reach and Use for Removals, using email addresses Optery provided solely for opt-out processing. We believe this violated Optery’s clear instructions. Upon learning of the incident, Optery immediately halted opt out submissions to Meltwater. We’re committed to protecting our users' privacy and security, strengthening controls, and continued leadership in data removal effectiveness.
June 7, 2025
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Optery Wins 2025 Fortress Cybersecurity Award for Privacy Enhancing Technologies

Optery has been named a winner in the 2025 Fortress Cybersecurity Awards, presented by the Business Intelligence Group. We were recognized in the category of Privacy Enhancing Technologies for our work in reducing the online exposure of employee and executive personal data—the most exploited vulnerability in modern cyberattacks. The Fortress Cybersecurity Awards program honors the industry’s leading companies andContinue reading "Optery Wins 2025 Fortress Cybersecurity Award for Privacy Enhancing Technologies"
June 3, 2025
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Optery Mobile App — Data Privacy on Android & iOS

Optery Mobile delivers our award-winning personal data removal service natively on Android and iOS. View your full Exposure Report, trigger automated opt-outs with expert human verification, and track every removal via visual before-and-after screenshots, all secured under AICPA SOC 2 Type II controls. Backed by patented search technology and coverage of + data brokers (AutomatedContinue reading "Optery Mobile App — Data Privacy on Android & iOS"
May 25, 2025
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Privacy Protectors Spotlight: Bailey Marshall

In the latest installment of our Privacy Protectors Spotlight series, we are excited to feature ethical hacker and educator Bailey Marshall. Bailey Marshall is a hacker, cybersecurity educator and consultant whose technical expertise spans penetration testing, red-team engagements, dark web investigations, open-source intelligence (OSINT), and proactive security strategy. She is the Founder and Principal ConsultantContinue reading "Privacy Protectors Spotlight: Bailey Marshall"
May 20, 2025
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Cybersecurity in the Age of Agentic AI: Insights from Industry Leaders

Agentic AI was everywhere at RSAC 2025—and it’s quickly emerging as a major force reshaping cybersecurity. In a recent in-depth feature by Cybersecurity Tribe, twenty-one cybersecurity leaders shared how agentic AI is already transforming the cybersecurity landscape—from accelerating threat detection and automating defense, to creating new challenges posed by adversaries. Among them was Optery’s Founder and CEO, LawrenceContinue reading "Cybersecurity in the Age of Agentic AI: Insights from Industry Leaders"
May 16, 2025
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Fortinet’s 2025 Threat Report Makes the Case for Proactive Exposure Management  

Fortinet’s 2025 Global Threat Landscape Report shows attackers are moving faster and with greater precision—fueled by automation, AI, and a thriving underground economy for stolen credentials. Here are some of the key findings: “From pre-attack reconnaissance to post-compromise persistence, attackers now operate with unprecedented speed, precision, and reach, challenging organizations to shift from reactive defenseContinue reading "Fortinet’s 2025 Threat Report Makes the Case for Proactive Exposure Management  "
May 13, 2025
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SMBs in the Crosshairs: Key Findings from CrowdStrike

CrowdStrike’s latest survey on SMB cybersecurity shows smaller businesses are in the crosshairs. Phishing is surging. Ransomware is hitting the smallest businesses hardest. And most SMBs are still operating with outdated tools, limited budgets, and big execution gaps. Below are some of the report’s findings. “Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are no longer flying underContinue reading "SMBs in the Crosshairs: Key Findings from CrowdStrike"
May 5, 2025
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Optery Wins Best Service for Attack Surface Management in the 13thAnnual Global InfoSec Awards at RSAC 2025

Optery has won the Best Service for Attack Surface Management award from Cyber Defense Magazine (CDM), the industry’s leading electronic information security magazine. Now in its thirteenth year, the Global InfoSec Awards recognize cybersecurity companies with innovative and compelling solutions that push the industry forward. “Data broker exposure, now officially part of the enterprise attackContinue reading "Optery Wins Best Service for Attack Surface Management in the 13thAnnual Global InfoSec Awards at RSAC 2025"
April 28, 2025
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Credential Phishing and Infostealers Surge in IBM’s X-Force 2025 Threat Intelligence Index

The IBM X-Force 2025 Threat Intelligence Index shows a rise in infostealers delivered via phishing emails and credential phishing. Organizations must limit their exposure as part of their threat management strategy. Below are some of the report’s findings. The report notes that “threat actors are using AI to build websites and incorporate deepfakes in phishingContinue reading "Credential Phishing and Infostealers Surge in IBM’s X-Force 2025 Threat Intelligence Index"
April 17, 2025
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Organizations must shift to proactive cybersecurity, according to the 2025 Armis Cyberwarfare Report

The 2025 Armis Cyberwarfare Report highlights the ramifications of AI and the need for organizations to move beyond reactive measures if they want to protect their operations and the people they serve.  This latest study, conducted by Censuswide, surveyed over 1,800+ IT decision-makers in companies with 1,000+ employees in the U.S., UK, Italy, France, Australia,Continue reading "Organizations must shift to proactive cybersecurity, according to the 2025 Armis Cyberwarfare Report"
April 10, 2025
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Optery CEO Lawrence Gentilello Joins Debbie Reynolds on “The Data Diva” Talks Privacy Podcast

Optery CEO Lawrence Gentilello recently sat down with data privacy expert Debbie Reynolds on “The Data Diva” Talks Privacy Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation. They discussed the massive scale and granularity of data collection by data brokers, the growing privacy rights divide in the U.S., the power of the data broker lobby to water downContinue reading "Optery CEO Lawrence Gentilello Joins Debbie Reynolds on “The Data Diva” Talks Privacy Podcast"
April 1, 2025
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Optery Named Winner in Three Categories by the 2025 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards

Optery is excited to announce its recognition for the second consecutive year as a winner in three categories by the 2025 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards. These awards celebrate excellence, innovation, and leadership in the cybersecurity industry. Optery’s recognition in these categories highlights its ongoing commitment to mitigating risks associated with exposed executive and employee PII—commonly exploitedContinue reading "Optery Named Winner in Three Categories by the 2025 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards"
March 10, 2025
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Personal Data Removal: A Core Cybersecurity Measure

Why data broker removal is a must-have for organizations Personal data exposure is the biggest cyber threat to organizations today. It enables the most successful attack vectors: social engineering and the use of compromised credentials. Despite this reality, many companies continue to overlook a major security risk—vast amounts of employee and executive personal data readilyContinue reading "Personal Data Removal: A Core Cybersecurity Measure"
March 7, 2025
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CrowdStrike’s 2025 Global Threat Report Reveals Phone-Based Social Engineering Is Surging

CrowdStrike’s 2025 Global Threat Report reveals adversaries are increasingly using identity compromise and social engineering to gain initial access and perform lateral movement.  In 2024, CrowdStrike Intelligence tracked a sharp rise in distinct campaigns leveraging telephone-based social engineering for initial access, including vishing and help desk impersonation tactics. Multiple adversaries incorporated vishing into their intrusionsContinue reading "CrowdStrike’s 2025 Global Threat Report Reveals Phone-Based Social Engineering Is Surging"
February 27, 2025
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Leaked Chat Logs Reveal Black Basta’s Use of Data Brokers for Targeting Victims

A newly leaked trove of internal chat logs has exposed how the Black Basta ransomware gang leverages data broker info to research and target their victims. Black Basta is a notorious Russian-language ransomware group responsible for hundreds of cyberattacks on critical infrastructure and businesses worldwide. Known for its aggressive tactics, Black Basta has targeted majorContinue reading "Leaked Chat Logs Reveal Black Basta’s Use of Data Brokers for Targeting Victims"
February 24, 2025
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Privacy Protectors Spotlight: Jeff Jockisch

In the eighth installment of our Privacy Protectors Spotlight series, we are excited to feature data privacy expert Jeff Jockisch! Jeff Jockisch is a highly regarded data privacy researcher specializing in the data broker ecosystem and commercial surveillance. His expertise spans data science, governance, and operational design, with a strong foundation in building knowledge graphs,Continue reading "Privacy Protectors Spotlight: Jeff Jockisch"
January 30, 2025
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Data Privacy Week 2025: Protecting Yourself from Personal Data Exploitation

It’s Data Privacy Week 2025! To mark this week, we’re sharing some tips to help you stay more private and better protect yourself from the dangers of personal data exploitation. Whether it takes the form of phishing, voice and messaging scams, password cracking, impersonation, identity fraud, Business Email Compromise (BEC), or other attack vectors, the weaponizationContinue reading "Data Privacy Week 2025: Protecting Yourself from Personal Data Exploitation"
January 27, 2025
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Optery Named One of Business Insider’s Top 30 Future Unicorns of 2025

We’re excited to share that Optery has been named in Business Insider’s 30 early-stage startups in 2025 most likely to become tech’s next unicorns, an exclusive list compiled by TRAC, a San Francisco-based early-stage venture firm, using their AI-powered “Moneyball for Venture Capital” methodology. This recognition is a testament to Optery’s commitment to innovation and excellence in personalContinue reading "Optery Named One of Business Insider’s Top 30 Future Unicorns of 2025"
January 23, 2025
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Why Employee Data Privacy Is Essential for Physical Security

The line between online and physical security has become increasingly blurred. The vast amount of personal information available online poses significant risks to employees and organizations alike. Exposed employee data can lead to stalking, harassment, targeted threats, and even serve as a gateway for attackers to gain unauthorized physical access to company premises through socialContinue reading "Why Employee Data Privacy Is Essential for Physical Security"
November 29, 2024
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Optery CEO and Founder Lawrence Gentilello interviewed on “Unspoken Security” podcast

Optery Founder and CEO Lawrence Gentilello recently joined intelligence and security evangelist AJ Nash on the Unspoken Security podcast to talk about the shadowy world of data brokers, their impact on privacy and security, the challenges of protecting personal data, state-level data privacy legislation, the evolving role of AI in data brokering, proactive steps to minimize exposure and risk, andContinue reading "Optery CEO and Founder Lawrence Gentilello interviewed on “Unspoken Security” podcast"
November 15, 2024
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Optery Named Top InfoSec Innovator Award Winner for Attack Surface Management by Cyber Defense Magazine for 2024

We are excited to announce that Optery has won Cyber Defense Magazine’s Top InfoSec Innovator Award for Most Innovative Attack Surface Management during CyberDefenseCon 2024! We are honored to be recognized in one of the world’s most prestigious cybersecurity awards and to be among such a distinguished group of innovators. The Top InfoSec Innovator AwardsContinue reading "Optery Named Top InfoSec Innovator Award Winner for Attack Surface Management by Cyber Defense Magazine for 2024"
October 31, 2024
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Privacy Protectors Spotlight: Debbie Reynolds, The Data Diva

In this seventh installment of our Privacy Protectors Spotlight series, we’re excited to feature Debbie Reynolds, known worldwide as “The Data Diva.” As the Founder, CEO, and Chief Data Privacy Officer of Debbie Reynolds Consulting LLC, Debbie has spent over 20 years at the forefront of Data Privacy and Emerging Technology. Her expertise spans industries including AdTech,Continue reading "Privacy Protectors Spotlight: Debbie Reynolds, The Data Diva"
October 29, 2024
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Protecting Employee Data As Part of Attack Surface Management

The concept of the “enterprise attack surface” refers to the sum of all possible security risk exposures for a business. Traditionally, securing this attack surface was a task focused primarily on direct IT infrastructure vulnerabilities, such as network systems, software applications, and endpoints. Aspects like exposed personally identifiable information (PII) on data broker sites, whichContinue reading "Protecting Employee Data As Part of Attack Surface Management"
October 22, 2024
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Doxxing Prevention: Safeguarding Employees and Executives from Online Threats

Doxxing refers to the malicious act of publicly revealing personal information (PII) about an individual or organization without their consent. This information is often gathered from publicly available sources, such as data broker sites, and then published online. The rise in online work and the growing digital exposure of employees and executives make doxxing aContinue reading "Doxxing Prevention: Safeguarding Employees and Executives from Online Threats"
October 17, 2024
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Protect Against Impersonation, Email Forgery, and Business Email Compromise Attacks

Email impersonation attacks, such as Business Email Compromise (BEC), are among the most costly and damaging cyber threats to organizations. According to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), BEC alone accounted for nearly $2.95 billion in reported losses in 2023, making it one of the most financially devastating forms of cybercrime. While BEC isContinue reading "Protect Against Impersonation, Email Forgery, and Business Email Compromise Attacks"
October 15, 2024
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Safeguard Employees: Phishing Email Protection

Phishing attacks continue to be one of the most widespread and damaging cyber threats to organizations. While new email security measures for bulk senders have made mass email phishing more difficult for attackers, spear-phishing (aimed at a single target) continues to be a top attack vector. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) recently releasedContinue reading "Safeguard Employees: Phishing Email Protection"
October 10, 2024
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Social Engineering Attacks and How Organizations Can Prevent and Defend Against Them

The vast majority of cyber attacks today begin with social engineering: the act of using exposed personal data to manipulate human targets into providing unauthorized access to an organization’s systems or data. As cybercriminals increasingly target the human element, social engineering has become the number one threat to businesses, leading to account takeovers, data breaches,Continue reading "Social Engineering Attacks and How Organizations Can Prevent and Defend Against Them"
October 7, 2024
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Privacy Protectors Spotlight: Rachel Tobac

In the latest installment of our Privacy Protectors Spotlight series, we are excited to feature Rachel Tobac, a renowned expert in human hacking and social engineering defense strategies. Rachel Tobac is an ethical hacker and the CEO of SocialProof Security, a company dedicated to helping businesses and individuals protect their sensitive data from cyber threats, particularlyContinue reading "Privacy Protectors Spotlight: Rachel Tobac"
September 24, 2024
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LinkedIn Auto-Opting Users Into Generative AI Training: How to Opt Out

LinkedIn recently introduced a feature that auto-enrolls users in a setting where their content—like posts, profiles, and media—can be used to train LinkedIn’s generative AI models. This change was rolled out quietly, with no prior update to LinkedIn’s terms of service. If you don’t want “LinkedIn and its affiliates” to “use your personal data andContinue reading "LinkedIn Auto-Opting Users Into Generative AI Training: How to Opt Out"
September 18, 2024
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Optery Named Finalist for Attack Surface Management in Cyber Defense Magazine’s 12th Annual InfoSec Awards

Optery is excited to announce that we’ve been named a finalist in the Attack Surface Management category for the Top InfoSec Innovators Awards 2024 by Cyber Defense Magazine! We are honored to be recognized in one of the world’s most prestigious cybersecurity awards and to be among such a distinguished group of finalists. Read theContinue reading "Optery Named Finalist for Attack Surface Management in Cyber Defense Magazine’s 12th Annual InfoSec Awards"
September 5, 2024
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Optery CEO and Founder Lawrence Gentilello interviewed on “The Security Ledger” podcast

Optery Founder and CEO Lawrence Gentilello recently joined seasoned reporter, editor, and industry analyst Paul Roberts on The Security Ledger Podcast to talk about data broker threats, the value of privacy laws, and what makes Optery unique as a personal data removal solution! The Security Ledger podcast features interviews with leading minds in the areaContinue reading "Optery CEO and Founder Lawrence Gentilello interviewed on “The Security Ledger” podcast"
August 29, 2024
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Optery’s Statement Following Consumer Reports Study Evaluating People-Search Site Removal Services

We felt the Consumer Reports study was well intentioned, but poorly designed, misleading in its conclusions, and ultimately the source of misinformation as major news outlets picked up the story and amplified its flawed conclusions across the internet. Despite the poor design, the results of the study ranked Optery the #1 most effective of all services tested, outperforming DeleteMe, Reputation Defender, EasyOptOuts, Kanary, and all others tested.
August 21, 2024
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PII Removal for Executives is Not Enough

Protecting a Broader Range of Employees is Essential Are your personal data removal efforts only focused on protecting your executives? In an era where mass SMS-phishing (smishing) campaigns and other social engineering attacks targeting non-executive staff are prevalent, extending personal data removal beyond just the C-Suite is essential. Our new whitepaper, “PII Removal for ExecutivesContinue reading "PII Removal for Executives is Not Enough"
July 31, 2024
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Privacy Protectors Spotlight: Rebecca Herold

In the latest installment of our Privacy Protectors Spotlight series, we are pleased to feature Rebecca Herold, a renowned privacy expert with over three decades of experience in information security, privacy, and compliance. Known as “The Privacy Professor,” Rebecca has dedicated her career to educating and advocating for better privacy practices across various industries. BackgroundContinue reading "Privacy Protectors Spotlight: Rebecca Herold"
July 25, 2024
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Optery CEO and Founder Lawrence Gentilello interviewed on the “Unscripted” podcast

Optery CEO and Founder Lawrence Gentilello recently appeared on the Unscripted podcast with David Raviv. Unscripted is a podcast focused on making the intricacies of security, privacy, and technology more accessible to everyone. Hosted by enterprise cybersecurity expert David Raviv, each episode journeys through the minds of entrepreneurs and leaders, sharing unfiltered stories and insights. It coversContinue reading "Optery CEO and Founder Lawrence Gentilello interviewed on the “Unscripted” podcast"
July 5, 2024
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Privacy Protectors Spotlight: Tom O’Malley

In the third installment of our Privacy Protectors Spotlight, we are happy to feature Tom O’Malley, a leading figure in the fight against identity theft. Tom is a retired state (1980-1985) and federal prosecutor (1986-2019) who specialized in the investigation and prosecution of cybercrime, including computer hacking, identity theft, and identity fraud (2009-2019). He alsoContinue reading "Privacy Protectors Spotlight: Tom O’Malley"
June 26, 2024
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New Privacy Laws in Texas and Oregon with Authorized Agent Provisions

On July 1, 2024, newly enacted privacy laws in Texas and Oregon will come into effect. Optery’s data removal requests are now fully customized to leverage the rights granted by the Texas and Oregon legislation. With Optery as your authorized agent, you can put these privacy laws to work for you immediately. The new consumerContinue reading "New Privacy Laws in Texas and Oregon with Authorized Agent Provisions"
June 21, 2024
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The Dark Web vs. The Open Web: Assessing the Greater Threat to Enterprise Security

Many security professionals are rightly concerned about the dangers posed by personal information available on the dark web. Dark web monitoring services play a crucial role in identifying and mitigating these risks, alerting businesses to potential breaches and exposures. However, while the dark web garners much attention for its secretive and often illicit nature, it isContinue reading "The Dark Web vs. The Open Web: Assessing the Greater Threat to Enterprise Security"
May 15, 2024
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Optery Named Winner in Three Categories by the 2024 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards

Optery is excited to announce our recognition as a winner in three categories by the 2024 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards! With over 600 entries across more than 300 categories this year, these awards celebrate excellence, innovation, and leadership in the cybersecurity industry. Optery’s recognition in these categories highlights our commitment to effectively managing exposed executive andContinue reading "Optery Named Winner in Three Categories by the 2024 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards"
May 3, 2024
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Phishing and Personal Data Breach Crimes are Finally on the Decline

Since the groundbreaking California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) went into effect in 2020, consumer data privacy and security has improved dramatically for all Americans. We believe personal data removal services and authorized agents such as Optery have been major contributors to this progress helping educate the public about data privacy, helping maximize data privacy and security protections, and eradicating millions of pieces of unwanted Personal Identifiable Information (PII) from the internet. 
April 9, 2024
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How to Opt Out and Remove Yourself from Absolute People Search in 2025 | Step-by-Step Instructions

In this post, we’ll cover what Absolute People Search is and Step-by-Step instructions on How to Opt Out of Absolute People Search. What is Absolute People Search? Absolute People Search is a Public Records Search site. Entering the first and last name and city and state where someone lives into the search fields on theContinue reading "How to Opt Out and Remove Yourself from Absolute People Search in 2025 | Step-by-Step Instructions"
April 8, 2024
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A Network of US-Focused People-Search Sites in China, Operating Under Fake Identities

On March 20, 2024 Brian Krebs of the security blog Krebs on Security published an investigative report entitled “The Not-so-True People-Search Network from China.” The article sheds light on a concerning trend in the people-search industry, revealing a network of US-focused sites based in China that operate under fabricated identities. As the report notes, “It appearsContinue reading "A Network of US-Focused People-Search Sites in China, Operating Under Fake Identities"
March 27, 2024
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Optery’s Statement Following Investigative Report on Onerep by Krebs on Security

After tracking the situation ourselves for years, we were glad someone finally assembled the facts so rigorously. It corroborated several of the things we had been pointing out about Onerep since 2021, and that Will McAdam, the late founder of PrivacyDuck, pointed out from 2016 until his death in July 2021. While largely unknown to the general public, Onerep’s affiliations with Nuwber and other people search sites were an open secret inside the data removal industry.
March 18, 2024
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Data Privacy Day 2024: Protecting Yourself from Data Brokers and Data Breaches

As we commemorate Data Privacy Day this year, the theme “Take Control of Your Data” resonates with heightened urgency. The recent ‘Mother of all Breaches’ (MOAB) underscores the critical nature of our conversation around personal data security. In an era where both voluntary sharing and involuntary exposure of our personal information are on the rise,Continue reading "Data Privacy Day 2024: Protecting Yourself from Data Brokers and Data Breaches"
January 25, 2024
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2024 Cybersecurity Alert: New Gmail Protections Likely to Increase Smishing and Vishing Threats

As email becomes more secure, threat actors are expected to pivot focus towards other methods like smishing (SMS phishing) and vishing (voice phishing). Here’s why and how you can protect your people and your company. Google’s recent announcement on enhanced email security measures for bulk senders, set to begin in February 2024 and including mandatory emailContinue reading "2024 Cybersecurity Alert: New Gmail Protections Likely to Increase Smishing and Vishing Threats"
December 12, 2023
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