Glossary

Privacy terms glossary

Plain-language explanations for encryption, tracking, compliance, and security concepts.

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Jurisdiction

Privacy

The legal area whose laws apply.

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Jurisdiction Shopping

Privacy

Choosing a country’s laws on purpose to get certain rules.

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JSON Web Token (JWT)

Session Management

A compact token apps use to prove identity or permissions.

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