SOC differences and similarities

Get a breakdown of the differences between SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOC 3 as well as SOC 2 Type 1 and SOC 2 Type 2.

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Get a breakdown of different SOC reports

What’s the difference between SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOC 3? Or SOC 2 Type 1 and SOC Type 2?

While SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOC 3 reports all provide a different view into your business practices, their primary purpose is the same: to attest to your organization’s ability to protect your customers’ resources.

For SOC 2, there are two types of reports you can get: SOC 2 Type 2 or SOC 2 Type 2. Both reports will assess the same criteria, but have some key differences that impact the length, cost, and thoroughness of your audit.

Understand the differences and similarities between the different SOC reports so you can determine which one is best for your business.

SOC differences and similarities

SOC differences and similarities

A black and white drawing of a rock formation.

Get a breakdown of different SOC reports

What’s the difference between SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOC 3? Or SOC 2 Type 1 and SOC Type 2?

While SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOC 3 reports all provide a different view into your business practices, their primary purpose is the same: to attest to your organization’s ability to protect your customers’ resources.

For SOC 2, there are two types of reports you can get: SOC 2 Type 2 or SOC 2 Type 2. Both reports will assess the same criteria, but have some key differences that impact the length, cost, and thoroughness of your audit.

Understand the differences and similarities between the different SOC reports so you can determine which one is best for your business.

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