- PII (Personally Identifiable Information):
- Information that directly identifies an individual.
- Examples: Name, Social Security Number, Address, Phone Number.
- PCI (Personal Customer Information):
- Information that identifies and describes a customer.
- Examples: Purchase history, customer preferences, payment details.
- SPI (Sensitive Personal Information):
- Information that doesn't necessarily identify an individual but could cause harm or embarrassment if made public.
- Examples: Health information, sexual orientation, religious beliefs.
Note: These terms are often used interchangeably, but they have distinct meanings.