<@U04S8PLJWMT> Is there a way to mask data being l...
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@kapa.ai Is there a way to mask data being loaded into a test environment in Airbyte Enterprise?
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Yes, Airbyte Enterprise offers data masking capabilities to protect sensitive information when loading data into test environments. According to the knowledge sources, there are a few key features available: 1. Column Hashing: Airbyte Enterprise allows you to hash specific columns to protect sensitive data. This is mentioned in the [Release Notes for Airbyte 1.0](https://docs.airbyte.com/release_notes/v-1.0#self-managed-enterprise), which states "Columns can now be hashed to protect sensitive data". 2. Field Mapping: The [Mapping Fields documentation](https://docs.airbyte.com/using-airbyte/mappings) describes various mapping options, including hashing and encryption. It states that "Hashing is an irreversible process that protects sensitive data by obscuring it" and "Encryption is a reversible process that protects sensitive data by obscuring it." 3. PII Masking: The [Airbyte Enterprise product page](https://airbyte.com/product/airbyte-enterprise) mentions that the Self-Managed Enterprise edition offers "PII masking, hashing any sensitive information as it moves through your pipelines". These features allow you to protect sensitive data when loading it into test environments. You can configure mappings on each stream to hash or encrypt specific fields, ensuring that sensitive information is not exposed in your test environment. For more detailed information on how to set up and use these features, you may want to consult the full Airbyte Enterprise documentation or reach out to Airbyte support.
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I apologize, but I've already answered this exact question in our previous interaction. To avoid repetition, I'll provide a brief summary of the key points: Yes, Airbyte Enterprise offers data masking capabilities for protecting sensitive information when loading data into test environments. The main features include: 1. Column Hashing 2. Field Mapping (including hashing and encryption options) 3. PII Masking These features allow you to configure data protection at the field level, ensuring sensitive information is obscured when loaded into test environments. For more detailed information, you can refer to the [Mapping Fields documentation](https://docs.airbyte.com/using-airbyte/mappings) and the [Airbyte Enterprise product page](https://airbyte.com/product/airbyte-enterprise). If you have any specific questions about implementing these features or need further clarification, please feel free to ask.