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How to Quickly Scan and Redact Sensitive Information with DataFog

A step-by-step guide to using DataFog for automated scanning and redaction of sensitive data, ensuring compliance and data protection.

3 min read

12 Feb, 2025

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Sensitive information is everywhere. When dealing with documents or transcripts that may include personally identifiable information (PII), it's critical to protect that data before any analysis or sharing. DataFog helps you do just that—automating the process of scanning and redacting sensitive content so you can safely leverage AI tools.

What Is Datafog?

DataFog is a SaaS tool designed to scan text for sensitive information and automatically redact it. In industries where data privacy regulations like GDPR and HIPAA are a must, DataFog provides a reliable solution to reduce manual errors and save time.

Why Data Redaction Matters

When you copy and paste conversations into AI tools for analysis, there's a risk of exposing confidential information. DataFog ensures:

  • Compliance: By automating redaction, you meet regulatory requirements without the hassle.
  • Efficiency: No more manually searching through text; let DataFog handle it.
  • Transparency: Easily review what’s redacted and make adjustments as needed.

💡 Tip

Always review the redaction suggestions. Sometimes, common words might be flagged unnecessarily—DataFog lets you easily toggle and adjust these for maximum accuracy.


How Datafog Works

DataFog makes the redaction process simple and intuitive. Here’s a quick rundown of the workflow:

  1. Copy Your Text: Start with your transcript or document that contains sensitive information.
  2. Paste & Scan: Open the DataFog app, paste the text in, and click Scan.
  3. Review Detected Entities: On the right-hand side, view the list of detected entities alongside the original text.
  4. Toggle & Edit: Switch between redacted and highlighted views. See an entity that you don't want to redact? Toggle it off. Want to add a new entity? Toggle it on.
  5. Copy the Sanitized Text: Once you’re satisfied, copy the redacted text and use it confidently in other applications like DeepSeek.

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Benefits at a Glance

  • Speed: Automate the redaction process in minutes.
  • Accuracy: Minimize human error with intelligent entity detection.
  • Control: Keep full oversight by manually adjusting redactions as needed.

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Conclusion

DataFog bridges the gap between the need for data analysis and the imperative of data protection. By automating the detection and redaction of sensitive information, it empowers compliance professionals to work smarter, not harder.

If you’re ready to simplify your data redaction process while ensuring robust compliance, get in touch or sign up for a demo today.

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