Browser DLP for AI, uploads and web forms
Browser DLP is data loss prevention directly in the browser. DLPShield checks prompts, text, files and web forms local-first before sensitive data is sent to ChatGPT, SaaS apps or upload destinations.
- Browser critical data channel
- 4 modes Audit, Warn, Mask, Block
- 30+ data-class starting points
Answer first: what is browser DLP?
Browser DLP protects the moment before submission. When an employee pastes customer data into ChatGPT, uploads a contract PDF or fills a SaaS form, DLPShield can detect sensitive patterns and apply the right policy.
Why the browser became the DLP control point
Modern work happens in tabs: ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Copilot, CRM, support tools, HR portals, file converters, translators and customer forms. Classic endpoint DLP often sees these workflows late or indirectly. Browser DLP is closer to the actual risk.
| Risiko | Ohne Browser-DLP | Mit DLPShield |
|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT Prompt | Mitarbeitende kopieren Kundendaten oder interne Texte ohne Kontrolle. | Sensible Daten werden vor dem Senden erkannt; Policy entscheidet Audit, Warn, Mask oder Block. |
| Datei-Upload | PDF, CSV, Office-Dateien oder Screenshots verlassen den Browser unbemerkt. | Uploads werden vor der Uebermittlung geprueft und fuer kritische Datenklassen gestoppt. |
| SaaS-Formular | Vertrauliche Inhalte landen in Tickets, CRM, Formularen oder unbekannten Tools. | Regeln greifen nach Domain, Datenklasse und Team, direkt im Browser-Workflow. |
| Schatten-KI | IT sieht erst spaet, welche KI-Dienste genutzt werden. | Audit-Modus macht riskante Ziele und wiederkehrende Datenklassen sichtbar. |
Typical sensitive data classes
- Personal data such as names, emails, phone numbers and customer IDs.
- Financial data such as IBANs, card patterns, account statements and invoice lists.
- Regulated data such as tax IDs, identity numbers, health data and patient context.
- Business-confidential data such as contracts, client data, HR lists and project details.
- Technical secrets such as API keys, tokens, credentials and unreleased source code.
Rollout model
- Audit for visibility.
- Warn for conscious decisions.
- Mask to reduce sensitive data.
- Block for critical data on unapproved domains.
What is browser DLP?
Browser DLP is data loss prevention directly in the browser. It checks prompts, text, file uploads and web forms before data is sent to AI tools, SaaS apps or external websites.
How is browser DLP different from endpoint DLP?
Endpoint DLP controls devices and local applications broadly. Browser DLP focuses on browser workflows such as ChatGPT prompts, uploads, SaaS forms and web apps.