Industry Standards & Certifications

Explore the comprehensive database of data center compliance standards, security certifications, and operational frameworks. Click any card to view full details.

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California Privacy Rights Act

CPRA

Compliance & Certification
California, United States
by California Privacy Protection Agency

Purpose

Expands consumer privacy rights and creates dedicated enforcement agency.

Requirements Overview

All CCPA rights plus: Right to correct inaccurate dataRight to limit use of sensitive dataStricter opt-out requirementsAutomated decision-making transparency

SSAE 18 (Statement on Standards for Attestation Engagements No. 18)

SSAE 18

Compliance & Certification
United States
by American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)

Purpose

Provides framework for service organizations to report on controls relevant to user entities financial reporting.

Requirements Overview

Requires independent auditor examination of controls at service organizations, typically resulting in SOC 1, SOC 2, or SOC 3 reports.

Personal Data Protection Act

PDPA

Compliance & Certification
Singapore
by Personal Data Protection Commission Singapore

Purpose

Governs collection, use, disclosure and care of personal data in Singapore.

Requirements Overview

Consent obligationPurpose limitationNotificationAccess and correction+5 more

China Cybersecurity Law

CSL

Compliance & Certification
China
by Cyberspace Administration of China

Purpose

Regulates cybersecurity and requires data localization for critical infrastructure sectors.

Requirements Overview

Critical information infrastructure must store data in ChinaSecurity assessment for cross-border transfersNetwork operator security obligationsReal-name registration+1 more

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act

FERPA

Compliance & Certification
United States
by US Department of Education

Purpose

Gives parents and students rights regarding education records and limits disclosure without consent.

Requirements Overview

Student consent for disclosureParent/student access rightsRecord accuracyLimit disclosure of personally identifiable information+2 more

Criminal Justice Information Services Security Policy

CJIS

Compliance & Certification
United States
by FBI Criminal Justice Information Services

Purpose

Protects criminal justice information and ensures proper handling by authorized agencies.

Requirements Overview

13 security areas: Information exchange agreementsSecurity awareness trainingIncident responseAuditing+8 more

General Data Protection Regulation

GDPR

Compliance & Certification
Europe
by European Union

Purpose

Harmonizes data privacy laws across Europe and gives individuals control over their personal data.

Requirements Overview

Lawful processingConsentData subject rightsData protection by design+2 more

Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados

LGPD

Compliance & Certification
Brazil
by Brazilian National Data Protection Authority

Purpose

Regulates processing of personal data in Brazil and protects fundamental rights of freedom and privacy.

Requirements Overview

Consent requirementsData subject rightsData protection officerSecurity measures+2 more

ISO/IEC 20000-1: IT Service Management

ISO 20000

Compliance & Certification
Global
by International Organization for Standardization

Purpose

Demonstrates effective IT service management and service delivery processes.

Requirements Overview

Service management systemService deliveryRelationship processesResolution processes+1 more

Vietnam Cybersecurity Law

Law No. 24/2018/QH14

Compliance & Certification
Vietnam
by Ministry of Public Security Vietnam

Purpose

Regulates cybersecurity and requires data localization for service providers operating in Vietnam.

Requirements Overview

Personal data must be stored in VietnamDomestic service providers must maintain local serversForeign providers must establish local presence for certain servicesMandatory data retention

SOC 1 Type II

SOC 1

Compliance & Certification
United States
by American Institute of CPAs

Purpose

Provides assurance about controls at a service organization relevant to user entities' internal control over financial reporting.

Requirements Overview

Controls affecting financial reportingAudited over 6-12 monthsICFR (Internal Control over Financial Reporting)

NIST SP 800-53: Security and Privacy Controls

NIST 800-53

Compliance & Certification
United States
by National Institute of Standards and Technology

Purpose

Provides controls to protect organizational operations, assets, individuals, and other organizations.

Requirements Overview

20 control familiesRisk management frameworkLow/Moderate/High baselinesContinuous monitoring
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