Dox

Gen Z Slang

Definition

To publish or expose someone’s private, identifying information online without consent, typically to harass, threaten, or intimidate.

Examples

"After the argument, trolls tried to dox the creator by posting her real name and address online."

"He messaged me saying he’d dox me if I didn’t delete the post—straight-up intimidation."

"Don’t dox people; sharing someone’s private info without consent can put them in serious danger."