lisaandmed

Lisaandmed is an Estonian-language term used in information systems and data collection to refer to information that supplements the main data set. It literally combines lisa ("additional, to add") and andmed ("data"), and is commonly used as a label for fields, files, or metadata that provide extra context or confirmation beyond core records.

In practice, lisaandmed appears in online forms, databases, and datasets to denote secondary data such as extra contact details, supporting documents, consent notes, or provenance information. It is not a formal standard by itself but a generic descriptor that helps distinguish essential data from supplementary information. In metadata and data management, lisaandmed may refer to ancillary attributes or files attached to a primary record.

Examples include a government service portal requesting lisaandmed to support an application, such as additional address details, emergency contacts, or consent notes; or a research data repository storing readme files, variable definitions, or provenance information under lisaandmed.

Privacy and data protection: handling lisaandmed requires attention to data minimization and consent, as it can involve personal or sensitive information. Access controls, audit trails, and secure storage should align with applicable laws and organizational policies.

This term is not tied to a single standard or organization; it is a generic label used across Estonian-language systems to describe supplementary information.