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While Wikipedia focuses on verifiable public knowledge and notability, Doxipedia focuses on transparency, accountability, and the exposure of hidden information. This article serves as a guide to understanding what Doxipedia is, why it is useful, and the ethical boundaries of using it.

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The rise of decentralized information sharing has enabled unprecedented access to public and private data. However, a darker manifestation has emerged in the form of “Doxipedia” — a conceptual and, in some cases, operational framework where private individuals’ personal data is systematically collected, curated, and disseminated via crowdsourced or semi-organized platforms. This paper defines Doxipedia as any online repository (e.g., wikis, forums, pastebins) that aggregates personally identifiable information (PII) with the intent to expose, shame, harass, or threaten. Drawing on case studies from Kiwi Farms, Doxbin, and decentralized archives, we analyze the motivational structures, legal gaps, and psychological harms associated with such platforms. We argue that Doxipedia represents a novel form of informational violence, and propose a multi-stakeholder response framework involving platform governance, legal reform, and digital literacy. While Wikipedia focuses on verifiable public knowledge and

Doxing implies the malicious release of private, non-public information (such as home addresses or phone numbers) to harass individuals. A useful Doxipedia article avoids this. It focuses on —exposing the actions of those in power that affect the public interest. However, a darker manifestation has emerged in the

The right to privacy is not absolute, but neither is the right to compile a dossier on a private citizen without due process. Doxipedia challenges us to decide: What kind of information society do we want to build?

Since "Doxipedia" refers to a concept (a hypothetical encyclopedia of truth, hidden facts, or transparency) rather than a single famous existing website, I have written a useful article explaining what it is, how it operates, and how to use it safely.