Scrubl vs DataShield
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Scrubl
This app helps you reduce your online exposure by identifying where your personal information appears across data brokers and public listings. It tracks removal progress, monitors for leaked passwords, and provides ongoing protection to keep your data secure and your digital life calmer.
- Identify exposed personal info
- Track removal progress
- Monitor for leaked passwords
- Reduce online exposure
- Ongoing privacy protection
- Digital footprint cleanup
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Welcome to Scrubl — your personal privacy protection app built to help you reduce your online exposure and take back control of your personal information. With just a few taps, Scrubl helps you: See what’s exposed: Identify where your personal info appears across data brokers and public listings. Stay on top of removals: Track what’s exposed, what’s in progress, and what’s been cleaned—so you always know where you stand. Catch password leaks early: Get peace of mind with leaked password monitoring so you can act fast and protect your accounts. Enjoy a quieter digital life: Cut down on distractions and clutter so your phone and browsing feel calmer and more secure. Privacy isn’t a one-time fix. Scrubl is designed for ongoing protection—because your data can reappear over time. Keep your protection current, reduce your risk, and feel more confident about what’s out there. Download Scrubl today and start cleaning up your digital footprint. In-App Purchase: Scrubl is a free download. If you purchase a subscription, you will be charged a weekly, monthly, or yearly price according to your country and the plan you select. The price will always be shown in the app before you complete a purchase. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Your Scrubl subscription automatically renews at the end of each billing period unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your iTunes account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or turn off auto-renew at any time in your iTunes Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. Terms of Service: https://www.tatertapps.com/terms-and-conditions Privacy Policy: https://www.tatertapps.com/privacy-policy
DataShield
This app scans over 400 data broker sites to find and automatically remove your personal information. It offers ongoing monitoring to prevent relisting and helps reduce spam and identity theft risks.
- Scans 400+ data broker sites
- Automated opt-out submissions
- Continuous monitoring for data relisting
- Reduces spam calls and phishing emails
- Removes name, address, phone, and email
- Privacy dashboard
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DataShield helps you find and remove your personal information from data brokers and people search sites. Your name, phone number, home address, email, family members, and other private details may be exposed online without you knowing. Data brokers collect, publish, and sell this data. DataShield scans 400+ data broker sites to find where your personal information appears and helps you remove it. Find exposed data fast DataShield searches major data broker and people search databases to identify listings connected to you. See where your information is publicly visible and understand your privacy risk in minutes. Remove your personal information DataShield automatically generates and submits opt-out and removal requests to data brokers on your behalf. No copying templates. No manual forms. No emailing dozens of companies. We handle the data removal process for you. Ongoing monitoring and protection Data brokers often relist information after it has been removed. DataShield continuously monitors for new exposures and resubmits removal requests when necessary so your data stays protected. Reduce spam and scams Removing your information from data broker sites can help reduce spam calls, phishing emails, unwanted background searches, and identity theft risk. Take control of your online privacy If you’ve searched “how to remove my information from the internet,” “delete my data from data brokers,” or “opt out of people search sites,” DataShield simplifies the process. What DataShield helps remove: Name and aliases Current and past addresses Phone numbers Email addresses Relatives and associates Public profile listings Why DataShield: Scans 400+ data broker sites Automated opt-out submissions Continuous monitoring Secure systems designed for privacy Simple, clear privacy dashboard DataShield is built for people who want real privacy protection without spending hours navigating complex opt-out pages. Download DataShield today and start removing your personal information from data brokers. By using DataShield, you agree to our terms of service, as outlined by standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: DataShield at none against Scrubl's shown. DataShield also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Scrubl sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $10.00 per 7 days and DataShield sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
DataShield holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 5 respectively.
Scrubl ships an update every 5 days, DataShield weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Scrubl | DataShield |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (9 ratings) | 5.0 (5 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | 9 — better | 5 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Weekly |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 58 MB | 61 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Murphy Brantley | Emelian, LLC |
Customer experience
Scrubl
DataShield
In-app purchases
Scrubl
- 1 Adult Privacy Protection7 Days trial2 variants$10.007 Days
- 2 Adult Privacy Protection7 Days trial$14.007 Days
- 4 Adult Privacy Protection7 Days trial$19.007 Days
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- 1 Adult Privacy Protection$19.991 Month
- 2 Adult Privacy Protection$29.991 Month
- 4 Adult Privacy Protection$49.991 Month
- 1 Adult Privacy Protection7 Days trial$79.991 Year
- 2 Adult Privacy Protection7 Days trial$119.991 Year
- 4 Adult Privacy Protection7 Days trial$199.991 Year
DataShield
- Unlimited access$4.991 Month
- Unlimited access2 variants$9.991 Month
- Unlimited access$49.991 Year









