Private vs. Visitor Messaging

[ATF SAC]

Recently, I've seen folks looking to contact another member individually using the Visitor Message option rather than the Private Messaging option. Visitor Messages are visible in the posting string if you select "What's New?" or if you open the receiving member's profile. Private messaging is just between the members. Think of Visitor Messages as public, just like a post, and if it is personal, use Private Messaging (PM).

Also, members can elect to be notified by email that they have received a PM, which may speed up a response to you. That function is not part of Visitor Messaging.