Compliance Software Terms Scanner

Compliance Platform Provisions I Check First

These tools access your infrastructure deeply. Know what they see, what they store, and what happens if audits fail.

High Risk

Compliance tools need deep access to AWS, GitHub, HR systems, and more. They see your employee data, code, and infrastructure.

Look for: Access scope, permission requirements, and data collection specifics.

High Risk

"SOC 2 in weeks" is marketing, not a guarantee. Terms disclaim certification outcomes. You still might fail the audit.

Look for: Certification disclaimers, outcome guarantees, and refund policies if audit fails.

Medium Risk

Evidence collected through the platform may be difficult to export. Switch providers and you might need to recreate everything.

Look for: Evidence export, portability, and post-cancellation access.

Medium Risk

Some platforms require using their partner auditors. These may cost more than independent auditors you'd choose yourself.

Look for: Auditor restrictions, partner requirements, and independent auditor support.

Medium Risk

Continuous monitoring may collect more data than strictly needed for compliance. Know what's being watched and stored.

Look for: Monitoring scope, data retention, and collection minimization.

Medium Risk

Compliance software often requires annual commitments. Cancel early and you still owe the full year—even if you got certified.

Look for: Contract length, early termination, and price increase policies.