diff --git a/.gitignore b/.gitignore
index e737d49..dddeed4 100644
--- a/.gitignore
+++ b/.gitignore
@@ -139,3 +139,7 @@ Thumbs.db
 # Project specific
 *.session.json
 sessions/
+
+# Never-publish workspace material (strategy, prospect research, counsel packs,
+# personal contact details). Created ad hoc; must never reach a remote.
+.private/