Data Compliance

Retention

The policy defining how long data must be stored before it is archived or deleted.

GDPR

General Data Protection Regulation; A European Union regulation that governs how personal data must be collected and protected.

Jurisdictional requirements

Legal or regulatory rules that apply to data based on the geographic region in which it is stored or used.

Replication

The process of copying data to multiple locations to ensure availability, reliability, or backup.

Storage

The systems and methods used to save and maintain data for access and long-term use.

Data ethics

The principles guiding responsible, fair, and transparent collection and use of data.

PCI DSS

Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard; A security standard that specifies how organizations must protect credit card data.

Audit

A formal review of data practices, systems, or processes to ensure compliance, accuracy, and security.

Classification

The process of organizing data into categories based on sensitivity, importance, and usage.

Incident reporting

The process of documenting and communicating unexpected events or issues that affect data, systems, or security.

Data breach

An even where unauthorized individuals access, disclose, or steal sensitive or protected data.

Security

The practices, tools, and policies used to protect data from unauthorized access, misuse, or damage.