Unstructured Discovery

Unstructured Discovery uncovers and classifies personal data living in non-conventional data models, for comprehensive governance.

Introduction to Unstructured Discovery

Unstructured Discovery locates personal data hidden in files, documents, and other unstructured content across your organization. Unlike databases with clearly defined tables and columns, unstructured data exists in formats like PDFs, text files, spreadsheets, presentations, and more.

The feature works through a two-step process:

1. File Discovery: First, it scans your connected unstructured data stores to identify all objects and files
2. Content Classification: Then, it samples and analyzes file contents to identify personal data using AI and pattern matching

This comprehensive approach helps you discover personal data that might otherwise remain hidden in your organization's documents, enabling complete data mapping for privacy compliance.