What is Redaction?
Redaction is the process of permanently removing visible text and images from a document. Unlike simply covering text with a black box in an editor, true redaction removes the underlying data from the file, making it impossible to recover.
Why is Redaction Important?
Redaction is crucial for protecting sensitive information such as personal data, financial details, and confidential business information before sharing a document. It ensures that the removed information cannot be accessed by unauthorized individuals.
Common Use Cases
- Legal Documents: Removing privileged information before sharing legal files.
- Government Agencies: Protecting classified information in public documents.
- Business Contracts: Hiding sensitive financial or proprietary data before sharing contracts with third parties.