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Privacy Guide for Online Directory Profiles
Practical privacy habits for people publishing public directory profiles, from separating contact channels to reviewing exposed metadata.
Separate public and private information
A public profile should contain only information intentionally meant for visitors. Keep personal addresses, private email accounts, government identifiers and unrelated personal accounts outside public listing copy.
Consider using dedicated contact channels for public-facing work so a change to one profile does not expose unrelated personal accounts.
Review photos before publishing
Before uploading a photo, look for visible addresses, vehicle plates, documents, reflections, school or workplace identifiers, and other background details that reveal more than intended.
Use original images you have permission to publish. If another person appears in an image, make sure you have appropriate permission before posting it publicly.
Treat location as an area, not an address
City and neighborhood information can help visitors understand a listing without publishing a precise residence. Avoid putting a home address or live location in public profile text.
Review old profiles periodically. Information that felt harmless when posted can become identifying when combined with other public sources.