Why scrub data before using AI?
When you use Large Language Models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini, text you submit may be logged, analyzed, or retained depending on the service. Sharing raw customer data, internal identifiers, or personal contact details can introduce unnecessary privacy and compliance risks.
A local-first privacy model
SecureTools runs entirely in your browser. We use deterministic pattern detection (not cloud APIs) to identify sensitive data. Your text is processed in memory and never sent to a server.
What this tool can detect and mask
- ✓ Email addresses (personal and work)
- ✓ Phone numbers (international formats)
- ✓ Credit and debit card–like number patterns
- ✓ IPv4 and IPv6 addresses
- ✓ Common API keys, tokens, and secrets
This tool is designed for prompt hygiene and data minimization. For structured medical records, use the dedicated HIPAA Redactor.