Home Security for Public Figures and High-Profile Individuals: Why Visibility Means Vulnerability
Many high-profile individuals build their brand through visibility. What are the risks associated with sharing too much online when it comes to home security?
"Visibility can be a powerful tool for building a personal brand - but it can also create significant vulnerabilities if not managed carefully.
"Criminals increasingly monitor social media to identify potential targets. Posts that reveal when someone is travelling, attending events, or even just away from home can signal that a property is unoccupied, or that family members may be home alone. We've seen this tactic used in burglaries targeting footballers, entertainers, and influencers.
"Social posts often - unintentionally - reveal far more than people realise. Interior shots can expose security systems, door and window placements, or access points."
We’ve seen cases where burglars appear to use social media as a surveillance tool. What should people be more cautious about when posting online - especially around travel or showcasing possessions?
"Posting expensive possessions like watches, jewellery, designer handbags, or cars may attract attention for the wrong reasons. These items signal value, and when combined with other contextual clues, such as your location or routine, they can make you a target.
"The biggest red flag is sharing travel plans in real time. Someone announcing that they’re on holiday or even just away for the weekend advertises their home is likely unoccupied. A better approach is to wait until they return before posting, or avoid sharing those details altogether."
What are the most common security oversights you see when assessing high-profile clients’ homes?
"Some of the most common oversights we see include:
- Lack of CCTV
- Poor-quality or poorly positioned CCTV
- Inadequate gate and door entry systems
- Lack of motion-activated lighting, particularly around access points and perimeter areas
- Weak or poorly maintained locks on doors, windows and outbuildings
- No dedicated panic room or secure lockdown space in the event of a breach
- Missing or disconnected panic alarm systems"
At Premier Protection Security, you talk a lot about preparation. What does effective preparation look like in the context of residential security?
"It’s not just about installing quality security technology and ensuring the home is physically secure with good locks - it’s also about having a clear emergency action plan. One that’s practised regularly with all family members, so everyone knows exactly what to do in any kind of threat or emergency.
"An action plan can even be rehearsed with children and turned into a game, helping them stay confident without causing fear or alarm."
How has the profile of the typical “target” changed in recent years? Are influencers and content creators now just as likely to be targeted as traditional celebrities or high-net-worth individuals?
"Absolutely - perhaps even more so; influencers and content creators often build their brand by showcasing a luxury lifestyle, which can unintentionally make them more visible and more vulnerable. By contrast, many of my A-list clients rarely, if ever, share personal or family content online.
"Criminals also recognise that influencers may not have the same level of professional security or protective protocols in place, making them easier targets."
How important is it to educate family members and partners on home security protocols?
"Criminals often monitor when family members are home alone and vulnerable - something we’ve seen repeatedly in cases involving high-profile individuals, especially footballers.
"It’s essential that everyone in the household is situationally aware, understands the risks of oversharing online, and is alert to potential surveillance or observation. This could include noting the same account watching or engaging with social posts and stories, or noticing individuals watching their home or vehicle. Most importantly, knowing and practising an emergency action plan can buy valuable seconds when it matters most."
You often mention mindset as a key part of protection. How can high-profile individuals develop a ‘security mindset’ without becoming fearful or paranoid?
"With the right training, situational awareness, and personal protection protocols can be enhanced without instilling fear or panic. With gradual and safe immersive training, public figures can develop strong awareness skills and learn how to respond to any threat or emergency immediately. Education is the key - it builds confidence, not paranoia."
What role does intuition play in keeping people safe at home - and can it be learned?
"I’m not sure intuition itself can be taught, but planning, preparation and awareness absolutely can. Once taught, these skills allow anyone to respond instinctively when something feels wrong. Every second saved in a response can reduce the impact and protect family and loved ones."
What’s the one thing you wish every high-profile individual understood about their own vulnerability?
"That they are vulnerable, no matter how secure they feel. Recent events have shown that anyone can be targeted, often when they least expect it. Waiting until something happens is senseless.
"Proper preparation can make all the difference. It could save your life or the life of someone you love. Physical wounds may heal, but the psychological impact of a home invasion or personal threat can last a lifetime.
"Act now. Make your world safer."
Prepare. Prevent. Protect.
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