How does Removeitly clean up reviews?

You send us the review and we do everything from there. Our team takes the case on and manages the full removal with the platform until it is gone — there is nothing for you to file, submit or follow up.

What do I need to do?

Only one thing: send us the request. Share the review link or your business name and we handle the rest, keeping you updated along the way. You pay once the review is removed.

Do I pay if the review isn't removed?

No. We operate on a strict No Removal, No Fee policy. If we can't remove the content, you don't pay a single cent.

How long does it take to remove a negative review?

Google review removals usually take 0–14 days. Timeframes for other platforms vary, and we keep you updated throughout the process.

Which platforms can you remove reviews from?

We remove reviews and content from Google, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter/X, LinkedIn, TripAdvisor, Trustpilot, Glassdoor, YouTube, Airbnb, and many more platforms across Australia.

Do you need access to my business accounts?

No. We never require login details or access to your business accounts. Our removal process works externally through official platform channels.

What is your success rate for cleaning up reviews in Australia?

Our success rate exceeds 90% across all platforms. We've helped over 1,500 Australian businesses remove harmful content and restore their online reputation. Reviews are typically removed successfully; however, platform decisions are outside our control and we do not take responsibility after removal.

What happens if a removed review comes back?

Reviews are typically removed successfully and reappearance is rare. If a platform later reinstates a review, that action is outside our control and is treated as a new removal request. We also offer ongoing monitoring to catch new fake reviews early.

Can you help with fake Google reviews?

Absolutely. Fake Google review removal is one of our core services. We identify policy violations and work with Google to have fraudulent reviews removed from your business profile.

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Fake Review Removal5 February 20269 min readUpdated 3 October 2026

The Comprehensive Guide to Fake Review Removal Across All Platforms

Fake reviews are a growing epidemic affecting Australian businesses across every platform. This comprehensive guide covers removal strategies for all major review sites.

Key takeaways

• Every platform has its own review rules
• Fake reviews are misleading conduct under Australian Consumer Law
• One free assessment covers all your platforms

The Fake Review Epidemic in Australia

Fake reviews are a $152 billion problem globally, and Australian businesses are increasingly targeted. From small cafes in Melbourne to large corporations in Sydney, no business is immune.

The Scale of the Problem

A meaningful share of online reviews are fake — the ACCC treats them as misleading conduct under Australian Consumer Law

• Fake reviews cost consumers **over $600 million** annually in Australia

• The ACCC has identified fake reviews as a **priority enforcement area**

• Review manipulation services are available for as little as **$5 per review**

Platform-by-Platform Removal Guide

Google Reviews

Google is the most impactful platform for most businesses. Our removal method is fully done-for-you: you send us the review link, we build the case, manage the entire removal directly with Google, and you pay only once the review is gone. The typical timeframe is 0–14 days.

Facebook

Facebook's automated system often misses clear violations. Professional escalation through Meta's business support channels is usually required.

TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor protects reviewer anonymity aggressively. Removal requires demonstrating clear policy violations with comprehensive evidence.

Glassdoor

Glassdoor's "free expression" stance makes removal challenging but not impossible. Reviews that violate Terms of Service can be removed through proper channels.

Trustpilot

Trustpilot's open platform is vulnerable to abuse. However, their Content Integrity Team will act on well-documented cases of fake reviews.

The Cross-Platform Challenge

When your business is targeted with fake reviews, they often appear across multiple platforms simultaneously. This coordinated approach is designed to maximise damage and make removal seem impossible.

Removeitly handles cross-platform removal as a single case, tackling all fake reviews simultaneously for maximum efficiency and fastest results.

Legal Options in Australia

The ACCC has taken an increasingly hard line against fake reviews. Under Australian Consumer Law:

• Posting fake reviews is **misleading and deceptive conduct**

• Penalties can reach **up to $10 million** for corporations

• Individuals can face penalties of **up to $500,000**

While legal action is an option, it's often slow and expensive. Professional removal services offer a faster, more cost-effective solution.

Removeitly: Your Partner Against Fake Reviews

With a 100% success rate on accepted cases, Removeitly is the trusted choice for fake review removal across all platforms. Our no removal, no fee guarantee means zero risk.

Clean up reviews Australia — Contact Removeitly and take back your reputation.

Which platforms we cover

Google, Trustpilot, Facebook, TripAdvisor, Glassdoor, Airbnb, RateMDs and more. Start with our fake review removal service.

Not sure if your case qualifies? Call 1300 114 672 or send us the link — we assess it free and you only pay if it's removed.

Reviews are typically removed successfully; however, platform decisions are outside our control and we do not take responsibility after removal. We maintain a 98% success rate for removals.