Quick answer
A shared MateCard should show approved public information only. Private contact details, payment details, unreviewed skills and sensitive notes should stay private.
Best for you if
- You want to share your progress but protect privacy.
- You want teachers or employers to see approved proof.
- You want to know what should stay private.
What you can do today
- Review your public MateCard preview.
- Share only approved skills and proof.
- Remove private contact details from public notes.
- Use a teacher, mentor or employer link where suitable.
- Update your sharing settings if anything changes.
Example: safe sharing
A student shares a MateCard that shows first name, approved skills, proof count and Live Resume link. It does not show phone number, private messages, payment details or unreviewed notes.
Safe sharing rule
Share proof that helps people understand your skills. Do not share passwords, customer private details, personal addresses, private notes or anything not approved for public view.
Why this matters to you
Share proof without sharing private contact details, passwords or sensitive notes.
The page explains review, privacy and suitability so readers know what happens before anything is shared, assigned or paid.
Readers get a direct next step instead of a long explanation with no clear outcome.
Simple path to get the result
- Check the public preview before sharing.
- Share with a teacher, mentor or employer only when the content is ready.
- Keep passwords, codes and private customer details out of notes.
- Update sharing settings when proof changes.
Real example
A public MateCard can show approved skills and proof count, while private phone numbers, payment details, unreviewed skills and customer details stay hidden.
Keep building proof
Student pathway links
Ready to turn this into proof?
Start with one small action, then connect the result to MateCard, SkillStack or Live Resume.
Open My Helper HQ View Student Notice BoardWho benefits most from this?
| User | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Student | Understands what to do next and how the action can strengthen MateCard, SkillStack or Live Resume. |
| Parent or mentor | Can see whether the pathway is safe, practical and realistic for the student. |
| School, agency or provider | Can understand what information is useful for matching, review and opportunity support without exposing private details. |
Who this helps
Students and parents. This page is written to make the next step clear without exposing private details or promising a result that still needs review.
What can be public
Public sharing can include a display name, approved skills, proof counts, safe examples and a public Live Resume link.
What should stay private
Phone numbers, addresses, payment details, identity checks, unreviewed claims, private notes and customer information should stay private.
Teacher, employer and friend views
Different viewers need different levels of detail. A teacher may need progress, an employer may need skills, and friends may only need a safe profile link.
How to share with confidence
Students should check what appears publicly, remove sensitive details and share only the version that suits the audience.
Before you share your MateCard
Check that your public card shows only what you are comfortable sharing. The best public MateCard should show approved skills and proof, not private contact details or sensitive information.
Safe sharing checklist
- Use a display name you are comfortable with.
- Show approved skills, not private notes.
- Do not include passwords, addresses or customer information.
- Share with teachers, mentors or employers only when the card is ready.
Best next link
Parents can also read the parent guide to MateCard and student tasks.
Common questions
Does this guarantee work or approval?
No. Tasks, payments, provider-readiness and public sharing may need review, suitability checks and permission.
Can private details appear publicly?
Public sharing should only show information approved for sharing. Private contact details, payment details, sensitive notes and unreviewed information should stay private.
How does this help a student?
It helps connect skills, proof, task experience and Live Resume examples so a student can explain what they can do more clearly.
What result can I get from this page?
Share proof without sharing private contact details, passwords or sensitive notes. Use the linked room or page to take the next step, then keep approved proof connected to MateCard, SkillStack or Live Resume where relevant.
What should I do first as a student?
Start your MateCard, choose three SkillStack areas, complete one beginner Proof Mission and add one safe proof example to your Live Resume.
Where this guide fits
This page is one spoke in the MateCard hub. Use the hub path below to move from understanding MateCard to choosing skills, completing proof tasks, finding suitable opportunities and sharing safely.
New sharing upgrade: QR code and safe proof links
Students can now think about sharing as a controlled proof link, not a loose screenshot. A safe MateCard share should support QR code sharing, copy link, SMS, WhatsApp and email while keeping private contact details, unreviewed proof and sensitive notes out of public view.
- Use QR sharing when a teacher, mentor or provider needs a quick scan.
- Share the reviewed profile, not raw private notes.
- Keep achievements, SkillStack tags and Live Resume stories connected to approved proof.