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Research Space is proud to announce that it has achieved SOC 2 Type II compliance in accordance with American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) standards for SOC for Service Organizations also known as SSAE 18. The certification has been awarded after a rigorous assessment of our security protocols, policies, and practices.
By achieving this certification, Research Space provides its clients with an added layer of confidence and peace of mind. Our clients can trust that their data is being handled in line with strict, modern security standards and protocols and that stringent security measures are in place to protect their information from cyber threats.
Research Space’s independent third-party Cloud Security Alliance approved STAR and AICPA Accredited Audit Firm provided Research Space with an unqualified opinion. Achieving this standard with an unqualified opinion serves as third-party industry validation regarding our security protocols, policies, and practices in compliance with SOC 2 Type 2.
For any questions, please feel free to contact the Information Security Officer via email at compliance@researchspace.com
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