# Private contacts and lists in LeadLex: what the label does

> LeadLex shows a Private label on contacts and lists, but it does not hide them from your colleagues today. Here is what to rely on instead.

Source: https://www.leadlex.com/help/account/private-contacts-and-lists
Last updated: 2026-10-23

The **Private** label on a contact or a list is a marker only. It does not hide the record from anyone in your workspace today. Do not use it to keep information confidential.

## Where you see it

- A contact marked private shows a **Private** badge with a lock in its header.
- On the contact filters you can choose **Private** to find the marked contacts.
- When you create a list, there is a **Private** option.

All three work as labels and filters. Teammates in the same workspace can still open the contact or the list.

## What to do when something must stay confidential

- Keep sensitive notes out of the shared CRM. Store them in your firm's own system instead.
- Remember who has access. Every Member can read and edit contacts, companies and deals, and LeadLex has no read-only role. See [Roles and permissions](/help/account/roles-and-permissions).
- Give a login only to people who should see the workspace.

## What happens next

If you need a record removed after a data request, see [Delete records, erase a person or close your workspace](/help/account/delete-records-and-your-workspace).