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Data Classification

Data Management

Data Retention Least Privilege Access Control Information Governance

Labeling data by sensitivity (public, internal, confidential).

Definition

Data classification means labeling data by how sensitive it is.

In plain English Labeling data by sensitivity (public, internal, confidential).

Why this matters

Why it matters: It helps decide who should access data and how it should be protected.

Example

Example: A school labels student records as “confidential” and restricts access.