Overview
Sometimes, certain links in your LeakRemover dashboard don’t move to “Removed” but show statuses like Rejected, Unresponsive, or Other Response.
These indicate that the platform either refused the takedown request or hasn’t responded yet.
Below you’ll find what each case means, why it happens, and what LeakRemover does next.
1. Rejected
A “Rejected” status means that the website or Google explicitly refused the DMCA request.
This can happen for several reasons:
The platform doesn’t recognize the proof of ownership.
The site claims the content is public or “user-generated.”
The hosting provider is non-DMCA-compliant or offshore.
The content has already been deleted before the notice was reviewed.
LeakRemover logs the rejection message when available, so you can view it in your link details.
These cases require manual review — the system doesn’t retry automatically to avoid repeated rejections that could reduce DMCA credibility.
2. Unresponsive
“Unresponsive” means the notice was sent, but the target never replied or confirmed removal.
Because response times vary depending on the provider, this status may appear after a few days or even a week.
LeakRemover keeps the request recorded and visible in your dashboard until a manual follow-up is performed.
In most cases, this status reflects:
No reply from the abuse or DMCA email.
Hosting provider’s inbox ignoring automated notices.
Platforms with manual review queues that take several business days.
3. Other Response
This status appears when the target sends a non-standard reply that doesn’t fit any other category — for example:
“We’re investigating this claim.”
“The user must remove it manually.”
“This URL requires account login.”
“Captcha protection prevents verification.”
Because these responses vary by site, LeakRemover’s team reviews them manually before deciding whether to re-send or escalate the request.
4. What Happens Next
When a link is marked as “Rejected” or “Unresponsive”:
It stays visible in your dashboard for tracking and legal reference.
It is not re-submitted automatically to avoid duplication.
LeakRemover’s support team can re-evaluate it and decide whether to:
Send a manual follow-up,
Escalate through alternative contacts,
Or issue a Google de-indexing request if direct removal isn’t possible.
If your case involves multiple “Rejected” or “Unresponsive” links from the same site, our team may aggregate them into a batch escalation for faster handling.
5. How You Can Help
If you notice that a link remains Rejected or Unresponsive for a long time, you can report it directly to our operator from your dashboard or via the support chat.
Our team will review the case manually and decide whether to re-submit the takedown, escalate to a different contact, or issue a Google de-indexing request.
Avoid contacting the website yourself — this can interfere with the official DMCA communication chain and delay the process.
FAQ
Q: How long should I wait before worrying about an “Unresponsive” link?
A: Usually 3–7 days. Some hosting providers take longer, especially on weekends or holidays.
Q: Can LeakRemover re-send the notice automatically?
A: No. We pause automatic retries to maintain DMCA credibility. You can request a manual review anytime.
Q: Why would a site reject a valid request?
A: Some offshore or adult-content domains operate outside U.S. DMCA jurisdiction and choose to ignore or deny takedowns.
Q: Can I still hide a rejected link from Google?
A: Yes — LeakRemover can submit a separate Google DMCA removal to ensure it’s no longer searchable.