This article reviews what doxxing is and how to protect yourself.
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What is doxxing?
Doxxing is the act of publicly revealing an individual's or organization's personally identifiable information (PII), without their consent. Doxxing is often used to shame, humiliate, or otherwise harass an individual.
Warning: The College's Acceptable Use Policy and Honor Code prohibit all forms of doxxing.
Protecting against doxxing
Protect yourself by limiting the spread of your personal information!
- Avoid sharing personal information on social media
- Avoid referencing your employer on personal social media accounts
- Use strict privacy controls on your software and services
- Use different usernames on different websites
What should I do if I'm doxxed?
Attention: If you feel unsafe or threatened, contact Campus Safety (610-526-7911) immediately.
Unsure where to begin? Contact the Help Desk
Step 1: Gather evidence
Preserve all evidence of doxxing. If the material is upsetting, consider asking a friend or family member.
- Screenshot posts, comments, and photos
- Save texts, emails, voicemails, and call records
- When possible, include dates, times, and names of those involved
Step 2: Seek support
Doxxing is a traumatic experience - contact Counseling Services or your dean for support. If sexual or gender-based misconduct has occurred, contact the College's Title IX coordinator.
Step 3: Report
Contact the Help Desk and Campus Safety immediately. Simultaneously, most platforms will allow you to report misinformation or harmful posts. Be sure to document the date and time in case you need to follow-up.
Step 4: Obtain legal advice
While the College is unable to provide legal advice or representation, speaking with a lawyer can be beneficial to determine what legal options are best for you.
Questions?
If you have any additional questions or problems, don't hesitate to reach out to the Help Desk!
Phone: 610-526-7440 | Library and Help Desk hours
Email: help@brynmawr.edu | Service catalog
Location: Canaday Library 1st floor
