Though we don’t store sensitive information like credit card numbers we do have member addresses and phone numbers, and some of that information can be viewed in different ways by different people visiting the PHG website. Here’s a quick guide to what we have, how it can be viewed, and how you can control access to that information.
What information does PHG collect?
Your profile includes the following pieces of information:
- Name
- Address, including street address, city, state and zip code
- Phone number
- Email address
- Website
- Interests
- Years of membership in PHG
- Member profile picture (optional)
Your profile DOES NOT include:
- Credit card numbers
- Bank account information
- Social security number
Where is this information displayed on the PHG Website?
There are several ways that visitors including other PHG Members might access this information.
For PHG members:
- PHG maintains a PHG Handbook & Directory, available in PDF format, on the PHG website under Members Only -> Member Info -> Member Directory
- That same directory page displays your membership information, and includes a search option to find current and recent past members of PHG
- PDF copies of recent PHG Directories are available for download in the members only section under Members Only -> Member Info -> Past Directories
For visitors who are not members and don’t have a username or password:
- Featured artists listings include the artist’s name, email address, and website
- PHG Board and Chairs page lists names of officers, board members, and various chairs
Can I control what information is accessible?
Yes. By default the PHG Handbook and Directory will include your name, address, phone number, email address, website, and fiber interests. Historically this has always been included in the directory, but if you want to withhold some of that information just contact the Membership Director and ask to remove anything you don’t want included in the directory.
With the elimination of the Forums feature from the website we no longer have directories or profiles accessible to people who aren’t current members of PHG.
How can I update my profile settings and control who can see these pieces of information?
- Login to the PHG website with your username and password
- Go to Members Only -> Member Info -> Directory Update
- Your current directory information is displayed. You may make edits as needed, then click the “Submit” button at the bottom of the page.
To summarize:
- Past and present PHG Directories are only available to current PHG members.
- Members can control what information is available in the directory area by updating their member info, or by contacting the membership director and asking to withhold information as desired.
- Forums are no longer available on the PHG website, and non-members no longer have access to user profiles.
- Questions or concerns? Use the Contact Us link to message the PHG website admin directly.