Guides, tips, and best practices for document redaction and privacy.
The 2025 CM/ECF breach compromised sealed indictments, informant identities, and national security filings. Courts are reverting to paper.
DataBreach costs, GDPR fines, stock drops, and reputation damage. Here's what failed redaction actually costs.
AnalysisFrom Manafort to Meta, these high-profile disasters exposed secrets, ruined relationships, and cost millions.
Case StudyHow a copy-paste revealed Apple, Google, and Snap confidential data that Meta's lawyers thought they had hidden.
Case StudyFailed PDF redaction exposed Trump campaign polling data shared with Russian intelligence.
News AnalysisThe DOJ's December 2025 release exposed critical failures—victim names left visible, inconsistent redactions, and hundreds of pages needlessly blacked out.
ComplianceComplete guide to when and how to redact personal data under GDPR—and the consequences of getting it wrong.
GuideStep-by-step guide to permanently removing sensitive information from PDFs without expensive software.
GuideExactly which details to hide when sharing bank statements for rentals, loans, or visa applications.
LegalUnderstanding the difference between legal redaction and illegal document tampering.
SecurityCommon errors that leave "redacted" information recoverable—and how to avoid them.
How-ToProtect your Social Security number when sharing W2s for apartment applications, loan verification, or background checks.
How-ToWhat to hide and what to show when sharing pay stubs for rentals, loans, or employment verification.
How-ToProtect tenant and landlord information when sharing leases for legal matters or third-party review.
How-ToWhat to hide on passport copies for KYC, account verification, and identity documentation.
How-ToProtect confidential terms, pricing, and personal information when sharing contracts for legal or due diligence review.
How-ToProtect diagnosis codes and health information when sharing medical bills for reimbursement or financial documentation.
How-ToProtect your DL number when sharing ID copies for age verification or identity documentation.
How-ToHide sensitive pricing, customer details, and payment information when sharing invoices externally.