What not to include in an anonymous message.
Anonymous messages can feel gentle because they do not attach a public identity. That also means some details should stay out of the message. Fortune treats privacy boundaries as part of making words easier to receive.
Do not include identifying details
A safer anonymous message should avoid real names, addresses, schools, workplaces, contact details, and meeting places. The point is not to help someone identify or find another person; it is to let short words be received at a safe distance.
Be careful with links and pressure
In an anonymous context, unknown links and urgent calls to action can quickly feel unsafe. Fortune treats unsafe URLs, rushed wording, and pressure to move into private contact as part of the safety boundary around anonymous messages.
Do not define the receiver too strongly
Even a kind message can feel heavy if it decides too much about the reader's life or mood. Anonymous messages are easier to receive when they stay short, non-pushy, and open enough for the reader to keep their own distance.
FAQ
Is it safe to include personal details if the message is anonymous?
No. Anonymous messages should still avoid names, contact details, locations, affiliations, and other identifying information.
Is Fortune mainly for sending links?
No. Fortune is centered on anonymous messages, music, and random discovery. External links and strong redirection need careful safety boundaries.