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Data Classification in Dataedo

Dataedo is a great tool to discover and classify columns in your databases holding sensitive data. Classification is made with the use of labels in custom fields). Classification is browsable through both the Dataedo Portal and Desktop.

Data Classification Introduction

There are two methods of classifying data in Dataedo.

Manual Discovery and Classification​

All users can manually find and classify data in databases using custom fields and search functions.

Manual Data Classification

Manual data search and classification

Automated Discovery and Classification​

Dataedo has a convenient automated data discovery and classification functionality which was redesigned in the 10.3 version. Data Classification covers predefined functions for:

  • CCPA - California Consumer Privacy Act
  • FERPA - Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
  • GDPR - finds columns potentially holding personal data as defined by European GDPR
  • HIPAA - Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
  • PCI - Payment Card Industry
  • PII - finds columns PII (Personally Identifiable Information)
Running Data Classification

Find out more in the Automated data search and classification) article.

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