The process by which content is removed or deleted from an online service.
Commentary:
- Content removal may be done by the user who posted the content or by the online service hosting it.
- When content is removed by the online platform for violating applicable law or company policy, the user generally receives a notice of the removal which may include the reason for removal.
- There may be an appeals process by which a user may request an explanation for the removal and petition for review of the content in order to reinstate it.