Doxxing Incident Response Guide for Elections

Time to Read: 5-7 minutes

This practical incident response guide outlines clear, step-by-step actions election officials can take if they are targeted by doxxing — the public release of private information intended to intimidate, harass, or threaten. It walks through immediate safety measures, documentation and evidence preservation, law enforcement coordination, and longer-term personal and workplace protective actions.

The guide emphasizes what to do — and what not to do — in the first critical hours. It includes structured forms for tracking incidents, checklists for securing online accounts and personal safety, and guidance for ongoing monitoring and follow-up. The resource focuses on practical, steady response steps that protect individuals and strengthen personal and office-level resilience.

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