Streisand effect
The Streisand effect is when an attempt to hide or remove information draws far more attention to it.
How it happens
An aggressive legal letter gets published, a removal request becomes news, or a mass clean-up is noticed.
How to avoid it
Quiet, well-founded requests, non-aggressive language, not targeting public interest reporting, and pairing removal with making accurate information visible.
Frequently asked questions
Does every removal risk it?
No; removing personal data, fakes and rule-breaking posts rarely draws attention. Risk rises with public interest stories and aggressive demands.