- Doxing is a term that refers to the unwanted publishing of an individual’s personal information (name, phone number, address, place of business, etc.) by another individual.
- Under Georgia state law, doxing is not a crime. However, in certain circumstances, it can lead to other potential legal violations.
- The best way to deal with doxing is to take proactive steps to protect your information online.
WHAT CAN I DO TO PROTECT MYSELF?
- Make sure all social media accounts are password protected. You should also review your privacy settings to see who is able to view your posts.
- Submit a Google request to have certain results suppressed when your name is searched.
- Consider downloading a service that will routinely scrub your information from the internet, such as Delete Me.
- While doxing itself is not illegal, if you receive any threats or intimidating harassment, it should be reported to local law enforcement and the FBI.
- Report the doxing to CAIR-Georgia.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES