Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 14, 2026
1. Who We Are
SOC2Scout ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website soc2scout.com, a directory that helps organizations find SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS auditors. Our mailing address is: 3801 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Ste E240-3769, Austin, TX 78746.
2. Information We Collect
Information you provide:
- Email address — when you enter it in the Match Wizard to see full results, or submit a quote request form.
- Name, company name, and message — when you submit a quote request to an auditor firm.
Information collected automatically:
- Standard web server logs (IP address, browser type, pages visited, referrer URL).
- Cookies — we use minimal session cookies required for site functionality. We do not use advertising or tracking cookies.
Information we do not collect: We do not collect payment information, Social Security numbers, or any sensitive personal data.
3. How We Use Your Information
- To send your quote request to the auditor firm(s) you selected.
- To send you follow-up emails about auditor matches relevant to your search (you can unsubscribe at any time).
- To improve site functionality and understand how visitors use the directory.
- To comply with legal obligations.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
4. Email Communications
If you submit your email address through our site, you may receive emails from us about auditor matches or site updates. Every marketing email includes an unsubscribe link. You can also opt out by emailing us at [email protected] with "Unsubscribe" in the subject line. We comply with the CAN-SPAM Act.
5. Data Sharing
We share your information only in these circumstances:
- Auditor firms: When you submit a quote request, your contact information is forwarded to the firm(s) you selected. Those firms have their own privacy practices.
- Service providers: We use third-party services for email delivery (Resend). These providers process data solely to deliver our services.
- Legal requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our legal rights.
6. California Residents — CCPA Rights
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
- Know what personal information we collect and how it is used.
- Request deletion of your personal information.
- Opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information).
- Non-discrimination for exercising your rights.
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].
7. Data Retention
We retain email addresses and contact form submissions for up to 24 months, or until you request deletion. Web server logs are retained for 90 days.
8. Security
We use industry-standard measures to protect your information, including HTTPS encryption on all pages. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Third-Party Links
Our directory contains links to auditor firm websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those external sites. Please review their privacy policies before sharing personal information.
10. Children's Privacy
This site is intended for business professionals. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the age of 18.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the updated date at the top of this page. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
Questions about this Privacy Policy? Contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Mail: 3801 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Ste E240-3769, Austin, TX 78746