Is negative content harming your online presence? At gmonline.net, we specialize in Online Reputation Management, offering affordable solutions to suppress and remove damaging content, reviews, and images from Google search results. Our dedicated team of ORM experts takes a results-driven approach, providing flexible month-to-month agreements that help you present your best self online.
We pride ourselves on our honesty, transparency, and cost-effectiveness. Unlike many large corporate reputation management firms that impose hefty monthly fees and long-term contracts, we offer a more budget-friendly alternative without compromising on quality or results. Reclaim control of your internet reputation and experience exceptional customer service. Request a free consultation and quote today and see how we compare!
Understanding the Role of an Online Reputation Management Company
The first step in our process is to understand your specific challenges. We begin by listening attentively to the issues you’re facing with your online reputation.
Next, our experts conduct a thorough analysis of your current search engine results. Based on this assessment, we provide tailored advice on the most effective course of action: either removing negative links entirely or strategically pushing them down in Google search results.
When feasible, we prioritize content removal or de-indexing. This approach is often the most cost-effective and offers a permanent solution by eliminating unwanted news stories and websites from public view. However, it’s important to be realistic. While some companies may promise guaranteed removal, suppression is frequently the more achievable and practical strategy.
Once we’ve determined the optimal strategy – removal or suppression – we initiate a proactive campaign focused on creating and promoting positive content. We consistently amplify your existing positive online assets month after month. The longer we collaborate, the further down in Google the negative links will be relegated, ensuring they are seen by fewer and fewer people.
Despite what some high-priced reputation management companies may lead you to believe, effective online reputation management doesn’t have to break the bank. Our solutions are not only effective but also affordable, a fact substantiated by our numerous satisfied clients.
The Power of Suppression: Pushing Down Negative Links in Google
In today’s digital age, individuals routinely use search engines like Google to research businesses and individuals before making decisions. Customers, business partners, potential employers, and even those seeking personal connections often turn to the internet to gather information.
Given that the internet acts as a permanent record of virtually everything published online, negative content about you or your business can significantly impede your ability to secure employment, conduct business, or build customer trust.
example of negative content in google
Example of negative search results in Google highlighting the need for online reputation management.
Reputation management suppression services, also known as “pushing down” negative links, aim to achieve two primary objectives:
- Demote Negative Content: Move negative content off the first page of Google search results, where the vast majority of users cease their search.
- Restore Control: Give you back control over your name, business name, or brand narrative online.
Realistically, most online content is virtually impossible to remove entirely. This means that suppression – pushing down negative content – becomes your most viable option for effectively cleaning up your online footprint and shaping what people discover when they search for you.
If you are serious about taking charge of your online reputation, contact us today at 503-890-6663. We are recognized as a leading affordable online reputation management firm committed to delivering high-quality suppression services.
Our Approachable and Effective Suppression Strategy
Online reputation management isn’t overly complex. It fundamentally relies on two core elements: compelling content and strategic content promotion.
The primary goal for most clients is to clear the first page of Google search results of negative listings for specific keywords or key phrases. This is about ensuring you control the information people encounter when they search for you or your business online.
While each case is unique, our suppression strategy generally incorporates the following proven tactics:
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Premium Content Placement: We secure feature articles about you or your company on authoritative websites such as Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Inc. These placements, while involving investment, carry significant weight in search rankings due to the high domain authority of these platforms.
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Strategic Press Releases: Our experienced SEO copywriters craft positive and newsworthy press releases about you or your business. These releases are then distributed across a vast network of online media outlets. This strategy generates high-quality content that ranks well in Google and creates valuable backlinks to further boost your online assets.
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High-Quality Interview Placements: We arrange and conduct unique interviews featuring you and your business, placing them on relevant interview platforms. Unlike many firms, we handle the entire process, from conducting a brief interview with you (around 10 minutes) to transcribing and publishing it on sites within our network. Some of these sites achieve organic rankings, and all contribute to valuable link building.
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Web 2.0 and Social Media Content: We leverage Web 2.0 platforms and social media channels – free platforms where you can establish a presence, share content, and engage with your audience. Examples include Facebook, Twitter, Weebly, and WordPress. While only a fraction of these platforms may rank organically, they are invaluable for content distribution and link building. We provide you with credentials to any high-ranking profiles we create, enabling you to maintain and update them.
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Optimization of Existing Content: Often, simple SEO adjustments to elements like page titles or H1 tags on your existing online content can significantly improve its search engine ranking. We identify and implement these optimizations to accelerate your campaign’s success.
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Internet Business Directories: For businesses, online directories such as Yelp, Manta, and Yellowpages.com often rank prominently for brand name searches. We review your listings on these platforms and optimize them to enhance their ranking and accuracy.
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Manual Web 2.0 Link Building: Beyond content creation on Web 2.0 sites, we strategically utilize them for manual link building. We carefully insert links on authoritative Web 2.0 properties to promote other content we are working to rank higher.
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Private Blog Network (PBN) Link Building: A PBN is a network of websites, business directories, and blogs. We strategically place contextual links within this network in a natural manner to enhance the ranking of your key digital assets. PBN links are a critical component of effective suppression campaigns and are implemented with meticulous care. We have access to an extensive network of over 600 blogs for PBN link building.
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Click-Through Rate Marketing: We employ a dedicated team of real individuals who contribute to boosting the click-through rate of your positive content. Higher click-through rates are a significant factor in improved search engine rankings and user engagement.
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Removal Attempts: Depending on the specific website hosting the negative content, we explore the possibility of contacting the website owner for removal. Alternatively, we can connect you with specialized removal partners and provide you with a quote for content removal services, giving you the option to pursue this route if desired.
Understanding the Costs of Negative Content Suppression in Google
As a boutique online reputation management firm with streamlined operations and low overhead, we are able to offer competitive and affordable pricing. Our team operates remotely, and our focus is on delivering exceptional results for our clients, not maximizing shareholder profits. We are committed to providing outstanding work and offering customized, affordable monthly suppression packages.
We encourage you to explore and compare services and pricing from other firms, ensuring you understand the specific actions they will undertake each month. Then, reach out to us. We are confident that you will find our strategy and pricing to be more appealing and effective than those of larger, more expensive corporate firms.
Reputation Management Suppression: Frequently Asked Questions
Are results guaranteed? No reputable online reputation management company can guarantee specific search engine rankings, as search algorithms are constantly evolving and beyond direct control. However, we offer fixed-rate pricing, ensuring we remain dedicated to your campaign until the desired outcomes are achieved. This commitment is as close to a guarantee as is realistically possible in this industry.
How long will it take to push down negative links? The timeline varies depending on several factors. A significant factor is the domain authority of the websites hosting the negative content. High-authority sites like Yelp, Ripoff Report, major news outlets, and .gov domains are more challenging to displace. Other influencing factors include:
- The number of keywords you are targeting (e.g., “John Doe,” “John Doe New York,” “John Doe New York Attorney” are considered three distinct keywords).
- The competitiveness of the keywords (e.g., suppressing results for just “your name” is generally more difficult than “your name city”).
- The volume of negative listings requiring suppression from the first page of Google; multiple negative listings can extend the timeframe.
While most campaigns yield significant progress within 3-12 months, more complex situations may require a longer duration.
Is content removal from the internet possible? It’s always advisable to first attempt direct content removal by contacting the website administrator and requesting removal. If this proves unsuccessful, we offer guaranteed removal or de-indexing services for specific platforms like Ripoff Report, Pissed Consumer, Complaints Board, and others.
Should I prioritize removal or suppression? Generally, if you are dealing with an isolated incident causing negative publicity, such as a lawsuit impacting your business, pursuing removal initially is recommended. However, if your business or profession is inherently prone to potential complaints or negative feedback, a proactive suppression strategy is often more beneficial. Suppression provides ongoing protection and helps insulate your brand against future negative content.
What can I do if negative content was posted anonymously? Please provide us with the URL of the anonymous negative content. We will assess its eligibility for removal through legal channels and advise you on the best course of action.
Will your methods negatively impact my existing positive content? While it’s theoretically possible for positive content to be displaced temporarily, we actively mitigate this risk by strategically boosting your positive online assets through targeted link building and optimization efforts.
Does clicking on negative content strengthen its ranking? Google’s ranking algorithm incorporates over 200 factors. However, there is substantial evidence suggesting that click-through rate is a significant ranking signal. Increased clicks on negative content can inadvertently contribute to its higher ranking. This underscores the importance of initiating a suppression campaign promptly, ideally before unwanted negative content gains further traction in search results, particularly in your local market. Early intervention allows us to proactively establish a strong positive online presence that outranks negative press.
Is responding to negative or false reviews advisable? Generally, responding to negative reviews can inadvertently amplify their visibility and impact. Responding can signal to search engines that the negative review is relevant or generates engagement, potentially strengthening its ranking. Platforms like Yelp require particularly careful handling in this regard. We typically advise against directly responding to negative reviews and instead focus on proactive suppression strategies.
How quickly can you begin a campaign? We can typically initiate your online reputation management campaign immediately upon engagement.
How do I get started? Simply complete the contact form on our website to begin the process and take the first step towards reclaiming control of your online reputation.
Online Reputation Management Success Stories: Case Studies
Below are just a few examples of successful online reputation management cases we’ve handled for our clients since 2013.
We are proud to have hundreds of satisfied clients, many of whom return to us for ongoing support and refer new clients to our services.
Case Study #1: Financial Services Company
Background: A financial services firm encountered multiple negative listings on the first page of Google when their company name was searched. These included listings from RipoffReport and PissedConsumer, platforms notoriously difficult to displace in search results. The reviews on these sites were factually inaccurate, and these platforms typically do not remove content, making suppression the necessary strategy.
Suppression Strategy:
- Creation of high-quality, premium content designed to rank organically and provide strong link equity to other positive online assets.
- Development and promotion of niche scholarship websites and other online properties to secure first-page rankings.
- Comprehensive content promotion through blogger outreach and diverse link building strategies.
Results: Within nine months, the negative listings were successfully pushed off the first page of Google search results. The client has continued their engagement with our services to further suppress these links, improve their overall online review profile, and proactively protect against future negative content.
Client Testimonial: “Being in the financial services industry, our firm (like all others) is vulnerable to online attacks. We are committed to and very satisfied with our long-term reputation management strategy.”
Case Study #2: Physician with Negative PDF Ranking
Background: A physician faced a damaging PDF document ranking prominently in the 7th position in Google search results when his name followed by “MD” was queried. The PDF contained inaccurate information and was negatively impacting his professional reputation.
Suppression Strategy:
- Comprehensive inventory of existing positive digital assets.
- Creation of new digital content on Web 2.0 platforms and unique, high-quality interviews, all meticulously optimized for his name and keywords.
- Aggressive promotion of all content through robust link building, private blog network links, and strategically placed cross-links.
Results: Within five months, the unwanted PDF was pushed beyond the first two pages of Google search results.
Client Testimonial: “I am very impressed with your work. Affordable Reputation Management met my objective quickly. I am pleased with the results and happy the negative content remains suppressed beyond what was initially promised.”
Case Study #3: Retired Teacher with Negative Articles
Background: A retired teacher had two negative articles about him appearing on the first and second pages of Google search results. These articles were damaging his credibility, and he sought to push them down in search rankings.
Suppression Strategy:
- Inventory of existing positive digital assets.
- Creation of new digital Web 2.0 content and unique, quality interviews, optimized for his name and relevant keywords.
- Content promotion through aggressive link building, PBN links, and manual cross-linking.
Results: Within four months, the negative articles were pushed off the first and second pages of Google search results.
Client Testimonial: “Because the two negative articles are now on pages 3-4, I don’t find it necessary to continue your services. I am satisfied with the current position of the negative content. Thank you again for your help.”
Case Study #4: California Executive and Image Protection
Background: A successful patent executive had two unwanted listings appearing for searches of her “name + city,” “name + city, state,” and “name + state.” Uniquely, she wanted to protect her actual image from appearing online.
Suppression Strategy:
- As the client had limited positive digital assets, we created new Web 2.0 content and unique, quality interviews, optimized for her target keywords.
- We secured licenses for stock “model” images for use across her online content to safeguard her personal identity.
- Comprehensive content promotion through strategic link building.
Results: Within four months, the negative listings were suppressed from the first page of Google for two of her keyword variations, and only one negative listing remained at the bottom of the first page for the third keyword. The client was satisfied with these results and chose not to pursue further services.
Client Testimonial: “I found Mike and Affordable Reputation Management very easy to work with. They suppressed my unwanted listings within the agreed timeframe, and I was able to cancel services with 30 days’ notice. No long-term commitments were required. Thanks!”
Who Benefits from Online Reputation Management?
While any individual or business can benefit from effective online reputation management, certain types of clients are particularly well-suited for ongoing positive PR and ORM strategies:
- Public-Facing Medical Professionals: Dentists, plastic surgeons, chiropractors, and other medical professionals who actively market themselves publicly are vulnerable to business losses from negative reviews or unfavorable news articles.
- Financial Services: We have assisted numerous clients in the financial services sector in regaining control of their online reputation. These companies are often targets for online complaints, and even a small percentage of negative reviews can have a significant impact.
- Entrepreneurs: While entrepreneurship is rewarding, increased success can unfortunately lead to increased online scrutiny. The internet can become a platform for competitors and detractors to attempt to undermine your efforts, especially as your visibility and success grow. High-net-worth individuals understand the speed at which negative news or social media rumors can erode credibility.
Take the First Step
If you or your business has been affected by negative reviews, a lawsuit, or other unwanted online content, complete our contact form today to begin reclaiming your internet reputation.
