Unlisted

Unlisted is an adjective used to describe items or information that are not published in a public listing, directory, or exchange. The meaning varies by context, but in general it refers to privacy, restricted access, or absence from official catalogs. Examples include securities not traded on a public stock exchange, content not discoverable by standard search or browsing, and contact details not listed in public directories.

In finance, unlisted securities are those that are not listed for trading on a formal regulated exchange such as the NYSE or Nasdaq. They may be sold privately, traded over the counter, or held by private entities. Companies may remain unlisted to avoid the costs and disclosure requirements of exchange listing. Unlisted markets often offer lower liquidity and less transparency, with valuation based on private negotiations or periodic private disclosures.

In digital media, an unlisted video, post, or document is accessible to selected users but not openly indexed or displayed to the general public. For example, an unlisted video on a video-sharing platform can be viewed by anyone with the direct link, but it will not appear in search results or on the channel page.

With directories and communications, an unlisted number or address is not published in public directories or public-facing profiles. This can improve privacy and reduce spam, but it also limits legitimate contact. Some services still provide access to unlisted information to authorized parties.

In web publishing, a page may be described as unlisted or noindexed if search engines are instructed not to index it. Such pages are typically reachable by link but do not appear in search results, which can be used to control visibility without restricting access entirely.