Any information about an individual including: information that can be used to distinguish or trace an individual’s identity, such as name, social security number, date and place of birth, mother’s maiden name, or biometric records ; and any other information that can be linked to an individual, such as medical, educational, financial, and employment information. Synonyms: PII , voter identifying information , VII
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Any information about an individual including: information that can be used to distinguish or trace an individual’s identity, such as name, social security number, date and place of birth, mother’s maiden name, or biometric records ; and any other information that can be linked to an individual, such as medical, educational, financial, and employment information. Synonyms: PII , voter identifying information , VII
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Personal Identifiable Information. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 20, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/personal-identifiable-information
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