Redaction

Redaction refers to the editing and removing of information from documents, videos, or audio to protect people’s personally identifiable information.

September 24, 2025 | 6 minutes read

How CaseGuard Automates Video and Audio Redaction While You’re Away

Imagine finishing your work week by scheduling video and audio redaction tasks on Friday, heading into a long weekend, and coming back Monday morning to find 3 hours of CCTV footage, 6 hours of dashcam video, and 4 hours of 911 calls, fully processed, faces blurred, license plates masked, names bleeped, metadata scrubbed, and audit-ready. […]

September 24, 2025 | 8 minutes read

Why Audio Redaction Does Not Have to be a Full Time Job in 2025

When looking to redact a large number of audio files, the bulk processing feature within CaseGuard Studio makes the process simple.

September 15, 2025 | 7 minutes read

How Federal Agencies Use AI to Clear FOIA Redaction Backlogs 32x Faster

The Scale of Redaction in Federal Agencies Every month, federal agencies are responsible for processing thousands of hours of sensitive evidence: body-worn camera footage, surveillance videos, dashcam recordings, 911 calls, and multilingual interviews. Much of this material contains personally identifiable information (PII), protected health information (PHI), or payment card data (PCI) that must be permanently […]

September 15, 2025 | 6 minutes read

The Key to Optimizing Customer Service? AI Transcription and Redaction

Giving your customers the Best Customer Service Experience should be every Organization’s #1 Priority. Often, organizations are so busy building advanced solution that they overlook customer experience and its direct role in building trust. A 2024 Forbes Study found that 64% of customers will switch to another business, no matter how much they like the […]

September 15, 2025 | 7 minutes read

Redact Audio 40x Faster & Simplify PCI DSS Compliance

Retailers, businesses of all sizes, and call-centers all base the majority of their business transactions through credit cards.

September 09, 2025 | 20 minutes read

What Is Redaction? The Complete Guide for 2025

Redaction, or what is redaction in its simplest form, is the process of permanently removing or obscuring sensitive information from records so they can be safely shared or disclosed. In 2025, redaction has become a critical requirement for organizations across industries, ensuring that personal identifiers, financial details, health information, and legal records are protected from […]

September 04, 2025 | 6 minutes read

A Cop’s Mission Continues: Safeguarding Communities Through AI Redaction

Over the course of 15 years in public service, Josh Salas served on the frontlines of public safety, from the California Army National Guard to nearly a decade with the City of Lathrop and City of Modesto Police Departments. At the age of 17, he enrolled in the California Army National Guard, serving six years […]

August 12, 2025 | 5 minutes read

How to Redact a PDF in 3 Simple Steps

Learning how to redact a PDF correctly is crucial when you are dealing with sensitive information and the safety of others.

August 06, 2025 | 6 minutes read

The Hidden Costs of Limited AI Redaction Software in 2025

Discover the hidden costs of limited AI redaction software and how CaseGuard’s unlimited solution ensures efficiency and compliance in 2025.

August 01, 2025 | 7 minutes read

Why Cloud Redaction Isn’t Enough for Data Protection and Privacy in 2025

Data protection and privacy in 2025 are more than just regulatory obligations; they’re the foundation of trust and secure digital practice. Organizations today are managing more sensitive data than ever before: patient health records, legal documents, CCTV surveillance footage, and more. A single misstep, such as exposing personally identifiable information (PII) during a file transfer […]

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is cloud redaction?

Cloud redaction is the process of removing sensitive information, such as faces, license plates, or personal identifiers, from files by uploading them to third-party cloud servers for processing. While convenient, it means your data leaves your local environment, raising concerns about storage, access, and deletion. Many organizations are moving away from cloud redaction in 2025, choosing secure on-premise alternatives like CaseGuard Studio, where files never leave your device and compliance is fully under your control.

What are the risks of using cloud-based redaction tools?

Cloud redaction tools require uploading sensitive files to third-party servers, which reduces control over where data is stored, who can access it, and how it’s deleted. Even with vendor safeguards, misconfigurations or breaches can expose personal data. Many organizations avoid this risk by moving to on-premise solutions like CaseGuard, where files stay local and fully under your control.

Why is on-premise redaction safer than cloud redaction?

On-premise redaction ensures data never leaves your environment. Files are stored and processed locally, eliminating upload risks, improving speed, and meeting strict privacy regulations such as HIPAA, FOIA, GDPR, and CJIS. CaseGuard Studio is built on this model, giving teams a local-first redaction workflow that guarantees compliance without relying on the cloud.

How do cloud misconfigurations impact data privacy?

Cloud misconfigurations are a leading cause of data leaks. For example, Toyota’s 2023 breach exposed over 2 million records due to a cloud storage error, not a cyberattack. If redaction is handled in the cloud, a similar mistake could compromise sensitive records. This is why many agencies trust CaseGuard’s on-premise AI redaction, which never uploads files to external servers.

What regulations require secure redaction practices in 2025?

Privacy laws like HIPAA (healthcare), FOIA (public records), GDPR (EU), CJIS (criminal justice), and FERPA (education) all require strict handling of sensitive information. U.S. states, including Maryland and New Jersey, now add their own privacy mandates. CaseGuard’s on-premise redaction software helps organizations meet these requirements with built-in audit logs, local control, and proof of deletion.

Why is data privacy more important than ever in 2025?

In 2025, mishandling data means more than reputational harm; it brings multimillion-dollar fines and lawsuits. With new privacy laws and rising public scrutiny, organizations must prove they can protect sensitive data. That’s why many rely on CaseGuard’s on-premise redaction platform, which keeps information private, secure, and compliant by design.