Re: [gnso-dow123] Concerns/onsequences of data removal

[KathrynKL@xxxxxxx]

Thanks for the list, Jordyn.  If I might add briefly to the item below:

> 3) Removing the address prevents abuses of the Whois server that may put 
> the registrant in physical danger or result in chilling effects on speech.  
> Also prevents fraudulent notices sent to registrants regarding renewal of 
> their 
> domain name. 

4) Removal also helps prevent other abuses for the Registrant, including 
spamming, other forms of phishing (one mentioned in #3) and identity theft 
(when 
Whois data merged with other data). 

Regards, Kathy