Eyes only

This article is about the classified information jargon. For the alter-ego of cyber-journalist Logan Cale from the television series Dark Angel, see List of Dark Angel characters.

Eyes only is jargon used with regard to classified information. Whereas a classified document is normally intended to be available to anyone with the appropriate security clearance, an "eyes only" designation, whether official or informal, indicates that the document is intended only for a specific set of readers. As such the document should not be read by other individuals even if they otherwise possess the appropriate clearance.

EYES ONLY may be used as part of the National Caveats in English speaking countries performing as an addition to the security classification. The caveat designates assets of particular sensitivity to say the UK or where dissemination is restricted to individuals from specific foreign nations. Unless explicitly named, information bearing a national caveat will not be sent to foreign governments, overseas contractors, international organisations or released to any foreign nationals.

Information is marked in the format "CLASSIFICATION – CAVEAT", e.g.:

'TOP SECRET – UK / US EYES ONLY'