Not Another PII Scanner. A Fundamentally Different Approach.
Most privacy tools detect sensitive data. Redactli transforms it—so you can use AI without the risk.
The Problem with Detection-Based Approaches
Traditional PII protection follows a familiar pattern that creates more friction than value
Scan data for sensitive information
Tools analyze your data using pattern matching and ML models to identify PII.
Flag or block detected PII
Once PII is found, the request is either blocked entirely or flagged for manual review.
Route sensitive requests to “secure” processing
Data gets routed to local LLMs or secure environments with limited capabilities.
Create audit logs for compliance
All actions are logged, reviewed, and monitored by compliance teams.
Detection doesn't solve the problem—it creates friction.
When a PII scanner blocks your request, you're stuck. You either abandon the task, find a workaround (usually less secure), or escalate to IT. None of these outcomes help you do your job.
This approach works for enterprise systems with dedicated security teams. But it fails the business user who just needs to analyze a customer list.
How Redactli Is Different
Redactli doesn't detect and block. It transforms and enables.
| Feature | Traditional PII Tools | Redactli |
|---|---|---|
Core Approach | Detect sensitive data | Transform sensitive data |
User Experience | Block or flag requests | Enable safe requests |
Workflow Integration | Require IT involvement | Self-service for business users |
Setup Complexity | Complex workflow integration | Simple upload/download |
Deployment | Enterprise deployment | Works immediately |
Pricing Model | Per-seat licensing | Free tier + affordable Pro |
AI Tool Compatibility | Limited to approved systems | Works with any AI tool |
The fundamental difference
PII detection asks “is this safe?”
Redactli makes it safe.
Comparing to Workflow Automation Tools
Understanding the difference between developer tools and business user solutions
Tools like n8n's PII Router are powerful for developers building AI pipelines. They offer:
Multi-tier routing
Based on sensitivity scores
Local LLM integration
For sensitive processing
Comprehensive audit trails
Full request logging
Customizable detection
Configurable patterns
These are genuine capabilities—for teams with the technical resources to implement them.
But most businesses don't need a privacy-aware AI routing infrastructure. They need a way to safely paste a spreadsheet into ChatGPT.
Redactli serves this simpler, more common use case
| Feature | n8n PII RouterDeveloper tool | RedactliBusiness user tool |
|---|---|---|
Target Users | Developers building AI systems | Business users with spreadsheets |
Setup Required | n8n setup and configuration | No setup—works in browser |
AI Tool Compatibility | Routes to different LLMs | Works with any LLM |
Infrastructure | Needs local LLM for sensitive data | Transforms data before any LLM |
Solution Type | Infrastructure-level solution | Point solution for CSV privacy |
Time to Value | Days to weeks | Minutes |
Why "Transform" Beats "Route"
The routing approach has fundamental limitations that transformation avoids
The routing approach assumes you have a secure processing option available. That means running local LLMs, maintaining infrastructure, and accepting capability limitations.
Transformation removes this constraint entirely:
Use any AI tool
ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Copilot—whatever works best for your task. You're not limited to approved systems or local models.
Access full capabilities
No need to route sensitive requests to less capable local models. Use the best AI for every task.
No infrastructure required
Works in your browser, not your server room. No local LLMs to run, no servers to maintain.
Immediate value
Start protecting data in minutes, not months. No implementation project required.
Transform once. Use anywhere. Get results faster.
When to Use What
A practical guide to choosing the right approach for your needs
Use Redactli when:
- You have CSV/spreadsheet data to analyze with AI
- You need a quick, self-service solution
- You don't have dedicated IT resources
- You want to use the best cloud AI tools safely
Use enterprise PII tools when:
- You're building AI into your product
- You need organization-wide policy enforcement
- You have complex multi-system workflows
- You have dedicated security/engineering teams
Use both when:
- Redactli for ad-hoc business user needs
- Enterprise tools for systematic data governance
They're complementary, not competitive.
Learn more about how Redactli works or explore pricing options.
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