Tokenization
In data security, Tokenization is the process of substituting sensitive data elements with non-sensitive equivalents, known as tokens. These tokens have no extrinsic or exploitable meaning or value. Tokenization is used to protect sensitive data such as credit card numbers, personal identification numbers (PINs), and other confidential information. By storing tokens instead of actual data, organizations reduce the risk of data breaches and comply with data protection regulations, as the actual sensitive data is stored securely in a separate location.