Know your data.
Protect it better.
- Data classification is the process of categorizing information based on its sensitivity, value, and compliance needs.
- By organizing data into defined categories, businesses can ensure the right level of protection, access control, and retention policies — making security smarter and governance easier.
- When onboarding new systems or applications
- Before migrating data to the cloud
- During audits or compliance checks

- Know what data they have
- Understand where it resides
- Protect it appropriately
- Ensure it’s only accessible by the right people
What is Data Classification?
Data classification is the foundation of modern data governance.
It involves analyzing and organizing data into categories based on its sensitivity level (e.g., public, confidential, restricted) and business value. This structured approach allows organizations to: