diff --git a/content/en/docs/concepts/signals/baggage.md b/content/en/docs/concepts/signals/baggage.md index f52491660592..8cb2e5846c79 100644 --- a/content/en/docs/concepts/signals/baggage.md +++ b/content/en/docs/concepts/signals/baggage.md @@ -32,9 +32,10 @@ retrieve information. ## What should OTel Baggage be used for? -OTel Baggage should be used for non-sensitive data that you're okay with -potentially exposing to third parties. This is because it's stored in HTTP -headers alongside the current context. +OTel Baggage should be used for data that you're okay with potentially exposing +to anyone who inspects your network traffic. This is because it's stored in HTTP +headers alongside the current context. If your relevant network traffic is +entirely within your own network, then this caveat may not apply. Common use cases include information that’s only accessible further up a stack. This can include things like Account Identification, User Ids, Product Ids, and