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title: "How to configure guardrails to enhance privacy protection and security"
last_updated: "2026-03-11T23:03:03.729Z"
category: "Getting Started"
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# How to configure guardrails to enhance privacy protection and security

## What this article covers

This guide explains how to configure guardrails to enhance privacy protection (automatically detect and redact PII, such as names, email addresses, phone numbers, and social security numbers) and security for your AI Agents.

## When should I use this?

Guardrails are essential for ensuring privacy and maintaining the integrity of your AI Agents. They help detect and redact personally identifiable information (PII) and prevent attempts to bypass agent instructions or security controls.

## Step-by-step instructions

- Navigate to the Configure section of your account.
- Select the Guardrails page to access configuration settings.
- Enable the option to automatically detect and redact PII, such as names, email addresses, phone numbers, and social security numbers.
- Ensure that the Jailbreak Detection feature is activated. This prevents attempts to bypass agent instructions and security controls, keeping your AI Agents focused on their tasks.

## Common issues

| Issue | Possible Cause | Suggested Solution |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PII not being redacted | Guardrails not enabled | Check the Guardrails page to ensure detection is turned on. |
| Jailbreak attempts undetected | Jailbreak Detection not activated | Verify that the Jailbreak Detection feature is enabled. |
| Errors in configuration | Incorrect settings in the Guardrails configuration | Review and correct settings in the Configure section. |


Configuring guardrails is crucial for protecting sensitive information and maintaining the security and integrity of your AI Agents.



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