About the Public Servant Privacy Guide

An independent, noncommercial guide for people who serve, and for their families.

Purpose

Public servants and their families face elevated risk from the open sale of personal information. This guide brings together the practical steps, laws, and tools that help them reduce that risk.

Standards

• No paid placements. This site does not accept payment from removal services or data brokers.
• Sources. Legal and regulatory facts are drawn from official sources listed on the Sources page.
• Not legal advice. This is general information. Consult an attorney for advice about your situation.

Corrections

Laws and company practices change frequently. If you find something out of date, it will be corrected.