Document publishing site opt-out guide

How to Remove Content or Personal Information From Scribd

Scribd hosts uploaded documents that sometimes contain personal information, such as court filings or resumes. You can delete your own uploads and report documents that expose private details or infringe copyright.

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Quick facts

Help pagesupport.scribd.com
CostFree
VerificationAccount login or report form
Account neededOnly to delete your own content
Processing timeUsually reviewed within days
Last reviewedOctober 2026

Step by step

How to get content removed from Scribd

Delete your own uploadsSign in and delete documents you uploaded.
Report a documentUse the report option on the document for private information or abuse.
File a copyright noticeFor your own content, submit Scribd’s copyright form.
Explain the privacy issueDescribe the personal information (for example, a Social Security number or home address) and where it appears.
Clean up searchUse Refresh Outdated Content once removed.

What Scribd shows about you

Uploaded documents
Uploader profiles

After you opt out

Search your name on the site and in Google to confirm the change.
If Google still shows an old Scribd page, use Google’s Refresh Outdated Content tool.
Keep screenshots and confirmation emails in case you need to follow up.
Re-check periodically, since data can be re-added from other sources.

FAQ

Scribd opt-out FAQ

Can I get information removed from Scribd without an account?

Often, yes. Scribd accepts privacy, copyright, and abuse reports through its help or contact pages.

Will Scribd remove accurate information about me?

It depends on the site’s policies and the law. Private personal details are more likely to be removed than accurate public or professional information.