wellhidden
Wellhidden is a term used in privacy engineering and human–computer interaction to describe design practices and technologies that keep certain information, features, or capabilities hidden from casual observers while remaining accessible to authorized users. The goal is to reduce exposure while preserving legitimate usability.
The term is a broad, informal concept rather than a single product or standard. It appears in
Techniques commonly associated with wellhidden include layered access controls (context-aware authentication and role-based access), need-to-know display,
Applications can be found in software platforms offering privacy-preserving modes, enterprise dashboards with hidden advanced controls
Criticism includes concerns about reduced transparency, governance gaps, and auditability if essential controls are not discoverable.
See also: privacy by design, security by obscurity, obfuscation, stealth technology, feature toggles.