ISO 27001

ISO/IEC 27001 is the international standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS), providing a framework for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving information security practices. Organizations can achieve formal certification through accredited third-party audits. It defines 93 controls organized into four themes: Organizational, People, Physical, and Technological. ISO 27001 certification is often required for enterprise customers in Europe and government contracts globally.

Why it matters for your website

• 1Required for selling to enterprise customers or regulated industries
• 2Non-compliance can result in fines, loss of contracts, or reputational damage
• 3Certification provides a third-party validation of your security posture