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Understanding Tokens

When an agent accesses data through Vortalis, sensitive fields are automatically replaced with tokens in the format `tok_xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx`. This means agents never see raw PII unless explicitly authorised.

When an agent accesses data through Vortalis, sensitive fields are automatically replaced with tokens in the format tok_xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx. This means agents never see raw PII unless explicitly authorised.

How it works:

  • Classifiers scan response data for sensitive patterns (emails, phone numbers, addresses, financial data, health records)
  • Matching fields are replaced with unique tok_ tokens
  • The original values are stored securely in the token vault
  • Agents can request to unwrap tokens; this triggers an approval flow if configured

Unwrapping: When an agent needs the real value behind a token, it submits an unwrap request. Depending on your policy, this may be auto-approved or require manual approval from an authorised user.

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