Sensitivity label overview

Microsoft Purview Information Protection uses sensitivity labels to help organizations categorize and protect data while enabling productivity and collaboration. As content expands beyond firewalls and across different devices, apps, and services, these labels ensure data is handled safely and in accordance with regulations. As we navigate the challenges of data management in a global consulting firm, we explore the practical use of sensitivity labels within Microsoft Purview Information Protection to secure data across Microsoft 365.

Sensitivity label uses

You can use sensitivity labels for:

• Encryption and content markings: Apply labels like Confidential to encrypt documents and emails and add watermarks, headers, and footers. Encryption restricts actions for authorized users.
• Cross-platform content protection: Protect content across Office apps on various platforms, including desktop and web on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android.
• Non-Microsoft app protection: Secure content in apps like SalesForce, Box, or DropBox with Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps.
• Container protection: Manage privacy and access settings for Teams, Microsoft 365 Groups, and SharePoint sites.
• Meeting and chat Security: Secure Teams meetings and chats with encryption and specific access controls.
• Data intelligence: Integrate labels with Power BI and Microsoft Purview Data Map to safeguard data across services.
• Non-Microsoft app extension: Integrate sensitivity labels with external apps using the Microsoft Purview Information Protection SDK for consistent data protection.
• Visual marking: Label data without enforcing protection, allowing for future application of security measures.
• Microsoft Copilot integration: Use sensitivity labels within Microsoft Copilot to ensure data protection during interactions.