A note on posting personal information.

[ski diva]

One of the great things about TheSkiDiva is that it's a friendly, supportive community. It's one of the reasons why this is such a great place to hang out.

Because of this, it's very easy to forget that this is still the internet. The things you post here are seen not just by members, but can be viewed by thousands of people every day. So please, do yourself a favor -- think before you post. Use discretion and good judgement. I know we all have user names, but unless it's something that you want to share with the world, don't post it here.

It's true we have a Divas Only section that's accessible only to members with a certain number of posts. And though that does provide an extra measure of privacy, please remember: distribution of anything is just a cut and a paste away. If there's something you want to share with a small number of people, remember that we do offer private messaging. And there's always email. Those are the most secure, intimate ways to share personal information within a contained, trustworthy circle.

We want everyone here to stay safe and happy. So again, think before you post.

 

[ski now work later]

Very good post SD. I have been surprised by the amount of personal information that's been posted lately. As a lawyer who practices in the world of family law (think interpersonal disputes), I have seen all too often how a public admission of something better left private can lead to trouble.

 

[Severine]

Thank you for the reminder, Ski Diva! It's very easy to forget how public what we post really is. I think we all need to be reminded periodically of this (myself included).

 

[Anet]

One of the great things about TheSkiDiva is that it's a friendly, supportive community. It's one of the reasons why this is such a great place to hang out.

Because of this, it's very easy to forget that this is still the internet. The things you post here are seen not just by members, but can be viewed by thousands of people every day. So please, do yourself a favor -- think before you post. Use discretion and good judgement. I know we all have user names, but unless it's something that you want to share with the world, don't post it here.

It's true we have a Divas Only section that's accessible only to members with a certain number of posts. And though that does provide an extra measure of privacy, please remember: distribution of anything is just a cut and a paste away. If there's something you want to share with a small number of people, remember that we do offer private messaging. And there's always email. Those are the most secure, intimate ways to share personal information within a contained, trustworthy circle.

We want everyone here to stay safe and happy. So again, think before you post.

Good reminder!

 

[Exshell]

Thank you for the tips!

 

[skibum4ever]

You have to be so careful. For example, I never post on Facebook regarding my travels until after the trip is completed. This could allow a thief to be aware that we are on vacation.

However, I might post that information here on SD in order to share my joy that I'm finally going skiing, or to set up a meeting, etc.

Where do you draw the line?

 

[VickiK]

I would share the more personal stuff--address/phone#, flight info--in a private message. These can be group PM's. At some point it would make sense to switch to an app for easier and more immediate messaging.

 

[marzNC]

At some point it would make sense to switch to an app for easier and more immediate messaging.

Which is one reason WhatsApp is used by some people during Diva gatherings.