DLP
Data Loss Prevention
Geek Speak:
Technology and policies that ensure sensitive data is not lost, misused, or accessed by unauthorized users.
Plain English:
What Is Data Loss Prevention (DLP)?
Data Loss Prevention, or DLP, is like a security system for your important information. It helps prevent sensitive data — like customer details, financial records, or personal information — from being accidentally or intentionally shared, lost, or stolen.
DLP tools watch how data is used, moved, or shared inside and outside your company. If something looks risky — such as sending confidential files to the wrong person or copying data to an unapproved device — DLP steps in to block the action or alert the appropriate person.
In simple terms, DLP helps keep your important data safe and under control, so it doesn’t fall into the wrong hands or leave your business without your permission.