We've noticed many inquiries and remarks concerning our No Doxing policy. We hope this response provides some clarification. Primarily, this subreddit does not tolerate individuals sharing public or private information about others without their consent. Furthermore, such actions violate Reddit's terms of service. If we permit such behavior without moderation, the subreddit risks being deactivated.
However, it is important to emphasize that this does not mean we are against using OSINT tools and methods for personal investigations. Understanding the difference between doxing (asking for or sharing doxing information) and asking for guidance on conducting a background investigation is crucial. To illustrate, consider these two questions: "Can someone find my ex-girlfriend's phone number?" vs. "How can one locate an unlisted phone number linked to an Instagram account?" Both could lead to similar results, but the latter does not involve directly doxing someone on this platform.
Direct requests to target specific individuals are strictly forbidden, and such actions will result in a ban. However, if you're inquiring about investigating a topic, you are not crossing any boundaries. The key here is to approach your questions mindfully. We're eager to foster learning, development, and sharing within this community, but it's essential to be considerate in how you formulate your questions.
Concerning PIM Eye searches, it's an excellent resource for OSINT. However, making posts like, "Can someone run a photo for me on PIMeyes?" is essentially a doxing request. A more acceptable alternative would be: "Does anyone have experience with facial recognition tools?" A response might be, "Yes, I use PIMeyes, it's great!" Then you could follow up with, "Would you mind if I tested your account, I'll send you a direct message?"
In essence, it's the way you frame your requests that ensures the subreddit does not face closure or an overwhelming spam influx. We hope this clarification is helpful.
