data redaction
[/ˈdeɪtə rɪˈdækʃən/]
nounpl: data redactions
redação de dados
1. The process of obscuring, removing, or masking sensitive information from documents or databases while preserving the remaining content
Data redaction is essential for protecting personal information in legal documents before they are released to the public.
A redação de dados é essencial para proteger informações pessoais em documentos legais antes de serem divulgados ao público.
2. A security practice used to comply with privacy regulations by removing or hiding confidential data such as names, addresses, or financial details
The company implemented automatic data redaction to ensure GDPR compliance across all customer records.
A empresa implementou redação de dados automática para garantir conformidade com GDPR em todos os registros de clientes.
3. The technique of selectively obscuring portions of text or images using tools or software to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive content
Before publishing the investigation report, the journalist used data redaction to protect the whistleblower's identity.
Antes de publicar o relatório de investigação, o jornalista usou redação de dados para proteger a identidade do denunciante.
Data redaction has become increasingly important in Brazil and the United States following stricter data protection regulations like LGPD (Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados) in Brazil and GDPR globally. Organizations across both countries now employ dedicated data redaction professionals and software solutions to ensure compliance and protect consumer privacy in digital documents and databases.
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