Compliance Checker
Assess your organization's compliance posture against major regulatory frameworks. Select a framework and answer a series of questions to get an instant compliance score, identify gaps, and receive actionable recommendations.
What Is Compliance?
Compliance refers to the process of ensuring that an organization follows all applicable laws, regulations, standards, and internal policies. Regulatory compliance is critical for protecting sensitive data, maintaining customer trust, and avoiding legal penalties.
Supported Frameworks
- GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation): EU regulation protecting personal data and privacy for EU citizens. Covers data processing, consent, breach notification, and data subject rights. Penalties: Up to €20 million or 4% of global annual revenue.
- CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act): California law granting consumers rights over their personal data, including the right to know, delete, and opt-out of data sales. Penalties: Up to $7,500 per intentional violation.
- SOC 2 (Service Organization Control 2): AICPA framework for service organizations, focusing on security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy. Key: Requires continuous monitoring and annual audits.
- ISO 27001: International standard for information security management systems (ISMS). Requires risk assessment, security controls, and continuous improvement.
- HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act): US law protecting medical information. Covers privacy, security, and breach notification for protected health information (PHI).
- PCI-DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard): Security standard for organizations handling payment card data. Requires network security, encryption, access control, and regular testing.
How the Compliance Checker Works
This tool assesses compliance through a series of questions specific to each framework. Each question maps to a key control or requirement from the standard. Your answers determine the compliance status:
- ✅ Yes: The control is fully implemented and documented.
- ⚠️ Partial: The control is partially implemented or needs improvement.
- ❌ No: The control is not implemented or not documented.
The overall score is calculated as the percentage of "Yes" answers. Results include a breakdown of each control with specific recommendations for addressing gaps. Based on your score, you'll receive an overall compliance status:
- Compliant (80%+): Strong compliance posture; minor improvements may still be needed.
- Partially Compliant (40-79%): Significant gaps exist; prioritize remediation.
- Non-Compliant (<40%): Major compliance gaps; immediate action required.
Important Disclaimer
This tool provides estimates and high-level assessments for educational and planning purposes only. It is not a substitute for a formal compliance audit or legal advice. Regulatory requirements are complex and vary by jurisdiction. Always consult with qualified compliance professionals for official guidance and certification.
❓ Compliance Checker FAQ
What is compliance?
Compliance is the process of ensuring an organization follows all applicable laws, regulations, standards, and internal policies. It is essential for protecting data, building trust, and avoiding legal penalties.
What frameworks does this checker support?
This checker supports GDPR, CCPA, SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS. Each framework has a tailored set of questions based on its specific requirements.
How is the compliance score calculated?
The score is calculated as the percentage of "Yes" answers to the assessment questions. "Partial" answers contribute half credit. The final score determines your overall compliance status.
What do the compliance statuses mean?
Compliant (80%+): Strong posture. Partially Compliant (40-79%): Significant gaps exist. Non-Compliant (<40%): Major gaps requiring immediate attention.
Is this tool a substitute for a formal audit?
No. This tool provides a high-level assessment for educational and planning purposes. Formal compliance audits require certified professionals and in-depth verification.
How often should I assess my compliance?
Compliance should be assessed regularly, at least annually or whenever significant changes occur in your organization, such as new systems, processes, or regulations.
What are the penalties for non-compliance?
Penalties vary by framework: GDPR fines up to €20M or 4% of revenue, CCPA up to $7,500 per violation, HIPAA up to $1.5M per violation, and PCI-DSS fines vary based on the acquiring bank.
Can I use this for formal certification?
No. This tool is for educational and planning purposes only. Formal certification requires a certified auditor and comprehensive evidence collection.
Is this calculator free?
Yes, this calculator is completely free to use. No registration or personal data storage is required. All calculations are performed in your browser.