Yes, public commission queues sometimes make it easier so that people aren't always asking you where they are in the line up! Then again if you don't clean it up/alter it continuously people will think that they're further back then they really are! =0

And if people want whatever you're drawing to be private, they can ask to be off the queue so they can instead just ask! XD

I prefer private, but public ques don't 'bother' me per say.

Though you could have a que visible, and have the word 'Name Witheld' or 'private' on there.

It generally helps if commissioners can see what progress has been made on their commission, or which people are going to have their art put up before them.
I have been a bit suspicious in the past when other people's art stuff was put up before mine, only to find out the artist had them listed above me, saved me from looking stupid a couple of times.

First off, congrats on the awesome anniversary :D

On topic, it's not a deal breaker if an artist has a private queue, but public queues can be convenient and reassuring. With most artists, I'd prefer to commission them when their workload isn't huge, so having it in the open is extremely helpful. Also, having seen so many artists overbook themselves and making customers wait for months to years or never delivering, I feel better when I can see that there's progress being made, even if it isn't my spot on the list. There are, of course, plenty of artists who never have this problem, but I'm willing to bet public queues becoming "standard" probably relate back to those who unfortunately bite off more than they can chew.

Ultimately, though, if you have a good rep and no trouble with getting the work done, it shouldn't affect you too much. Whatever works best for you!

How about a mix of both? Make a list, and ask the comissionr if they wish to remain anonymous. If they do, just put a placeholder on their slot. I.E.

1: LittleOwlette
2: (Anonymous)
3: FreedFenrir

i finally made mine private again after years. i just didn't like people speculating on my workload. in person i had someone tell me that i had the longest queue they had ever seen :p

Only if you call each of us Commissioner. And update us by Batphone.

-Commissioner Urocyon

Aw man, but I don't have a batphone.

I only have spidey senses. :C

I don't want to know who I'm ahead or behind, or how you're prioritizing your work. Maybe I'd get jealous.

I prefer public because of mishaps in the past with [redacted]. Paid in full and then after a few notes, nothing. No updates, no WIP sketches. Zilch. I want to know where I'm at in line and what's being done to my investment!

Eee, sorry I didn't get around to saying this until it's belated, but happy anniversary! <3

Personally, I like commission queues in general because it's good for transparency; knowing where I am in line helps me make sure the artist is getting around to me like he or she is supposed to (and not, you know, taking on new work and ignoring the old or something.) On the other hand, for you, I've commissioned you enough times that I already know you're awesome and you always come through. XD So I'd say it's something that's neat and that I like in general, but not actually necessary in your specific case if it causes problems with other people, I guess?