Cloaked data removal service review

Date:
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:23:06 +0000

Description:
An in-depth review of data removal service Cloaked, covering its features, pricing, customer service, and more.

FULL STORY ======================================================================The internet knows more about us than wed like it to. It also doesnt forget, unlike most people, so whatever it knows stays there for a long time.
However, it doesnt have to be that way. If you arent comfortable with your personal data being online, you can scrub it with a data removal platform.
The platform scans people-finder sites for your data, then sends automated deletion requests. Requests are sent regularly to keep your data off the web.

Cloaked is one of the most popular data removal platforms, and Im reviewing
it to help you decide if its your best choice. Read on to learn what Cloaked offers, its features, pricing, support, and other factors that determine if its worth adopting. How we test, review and rate on TechRadar Cloaked: Plans and pricing You can check out Cloaked by clicking here . Latest Videos From TechRadar Watch full video here:

Cloaked offers flexible plans for individuals, couples, and families. Individuals pay $12.49 monthly, or a discounted price of $120 if paid
annually ($10 per month, compared to the usual $12.49 monthly).

The Couple plan costs $19.99 per month and covers two users. Annual payment
is discounted to $175.

The Family plan costs $30 per month and covers 4 users. If you pay annually, the price gets discounted to $300 (equivalent to $25 per month, instead of
the usual $30). (Image credit: Cloaked) Cloaked offers slightly lower prices than many competitors. I like that its pricing system isnt differentiated by features, but by the number of users. Every plan unlocks the full feature
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However, Cloaked doesnt offer a free trial, which I consider a disadvantage. It previously offered a 14-day free trial, but this is no longer available.
On the plus side, theres a 30-day window to request a refund if you arent satisfied with the platform. Cloaked: Setup Cloaked has a noticeably easy setup process. Simply visit Cloaked.com and click the Get Started button at the top-right corner. Youll be redirected to a page with two main buttons:
Log In or Buy Now . Click on the latter, choose your pricing plan, and
proceed to the checkout page. After paying for a plan, you can begin using
the software.

I dont like that Cloaked lacks a free trial. However, Cloaked does offer a free feature. You can scan your phone number and understand what information linked to the number is already present on the web. This scan gives a hint of what needs to be removedsince Cloaked sells the service for removing the
data, this free scan incentivizes potential customers.

After the quick setup, youre off to using Cloakeds features. The core feature is removing data from people-finder sites, those infamous sites that curate personal information and let users access it for a fee.

Enter your name, address, or phone number, and Cloaked will scan popular data broker sites where that data is present. If found on any of them, Cloaked sends automated deletion requests to the sites. If automated requests aren't enough, Cloakeds team sends manual deletion requests on your behalf.

Cloaked offers more than just data removal. There's a dark web monitoring service that tracks dark web leaks for your personal data, like passwords and social security numbers. If detected, you'll be immediately alerted about the leak to take corrective action.

Theres also a Call Guard for blocking spam and robocalls on your phonethis feature works when you install Cloaked on your Android or iOS smartphone. Cloaked maintains a list of numbers associated with spam and robocalls and runs every incoming call against this listnumbers found wanting are blocked from getting through.

Likewise, theres a Cloaked virtual private network (VPN) service that
encrypts your online browsing activity. It routes online traffic through virtual servers, preventing third parties from tracking your web surfing. Theres also a password manager that helps you save and retrieve passwords conveniently. All these features are offered under a single subscription, providing good value for money.

Normally, people pay separately for a VPN service, a spam call blocker, and a data removal service. Cloaked offers a cost-effective, all-in-one package.

I do have a complaint about Cloaked. Its data deletion requests cover 120+ people-finder sites, but some rivals cover a much larger number. Cloaked offers broader features than most competitors, but I think it can improve in this criterion. Cloaked: Ease of use Cloaked is relatively easy to use. You can access the data removal service mainly on the website. After scanning
your data and sending deletion requests, you can monitor the progress of
these requests from your dashboard. Youll also receive email alerts when a request gets successfully processed. (Image credit: Cloaked) Other features are easily accessible from Cloakeds iOS or Android app. I found the app easy to set up, but given the numerous features I had to get used to, Id note that users may face a steep learning curve. Expect some time to get familiar with the apps many functionalities. All in, Cloaked scores high in the user-friendliness criterion. Cloaked: Security and privacy Cloaked offers a lot of features that enhance a users general security. It starts with the
core data removal tool, which scans people-finder sites for your personal information and sends deletion requests. This tool helps keep sensitive data, like social security numbers and home addresses, off the web.

You may be wondering how something as sensitive as a social security number
is available on the public web. Thats the result of data breaches. An
instance occurred in 2024 when National Public Data, a background checking service, was breached , and millions of social security numbers were compromised.

The compromised data was sold on the dark web, and most U.S. residents arent sure if they were affected. This shows the importance of a dark web
monitoring service to raise an alarm if your personal information is found on the dark web.

The Cloaked VPN helps maintain privacy as you surf the web. Your traffic gets routed through remote third-party servers with external IP addresses. This way, adware vendors, ISPs, and other third parties cant track your browsing activities.

For maximum protection, turn on the Kill Switch feature, which automatically blocks internet access if the VPN temporarily stops working. This feature ensures no data gets leaked during temporary VPN malfunctions. Cloaked: Support Cloaked provides decent support resources for users. On the official Help and Support page, I found comprehensive, straightforward guides for all its core features. These guides proved helpful as a first-time user
navigating Cloaked.

For direct help, users can contact Cloakeds support team via email. However,
I didnt find telephone or live chat support options, which I consider a drawback, given the price of its plans. Id understand if these werent available for free users, but for premium users, Cloaked needs to improve by providing live chat or telephone support. Cloaked: Competition Cloaked has a lot of competition, with Incogni and DeleteMe being two notable names. Ive tested the three platforms and can give a fair comparison. Incogni and DeleteMe cover a much larger range of people-finder sites than Cloaked.

Officially, Incogni covers 420+ sites, and DeleteMe covers 750+, compared to Cloakeds 120+ (these figures can get murky, as some businesses operate multiple people-finder sites under a single umbrella a deletion request can wipe out your data from multiple people-finder sites owned by the same company).

On the other hand, Cloaked offers a broad range of complementary services
that you wont get on Incogni and DeleteMe. From a VPN to Call Guard, dark web monitoring, and even identity theft insurance, Cloaked is less of a data removal service and more of an all-in-one security software suite. Cloaked: Final verdict Ill recommend Cloaked as a full-service platform that keeps you safe online. It doesnt just help with data removal, but provides features
that prevent your data from being leaked in the first place. It has some drawbacks, like the lack of a free trial, but its a reliable tool overall.
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