What is Data Leakage Prevention?

Data Loss Prevention (DLP), also known as Data Leakage Prevention, is a set of technologies and processes used to detect and prevent sensitive data from leaving an organization's control. DLP solutions monitor, identify, and protect data in use (e.g., on endpoints), data in motion (e.g., across networks), and data at rest (e.g., in storage). They are commonly used to prevent accidental or malicious data breaches, enforce compliance with regulations like GDPR and HIPAA, and protect intellectual property.