Definition: SOC 2 Type II
Service Organization Control 2 Type II Report
What is SOC 2 Type II?
SOC 2 Type II is an independent assurance report developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) that evaluates how effectively a Digital Asset Management (DAM) provider’s security and operational controls perform over an extended period of time.
For DAM platforms, SOC 2 Type II specifically assesses how customer digital assets - such as images, videos, documents, and associated metadata - are securely stored, processed, accessed, and shared. The audit verifies that controls are not only properly designed but are also consistently applied in real-world DAM operations.
SOC 2 Type II assessments are based on the Trust Services Criteria (TSC), which may include:
- Security - Protection of digital assets against unauthorized access
- Availability - Reliable access to DAM services and content when needed
- Processing Integrity - Accurate and reliable asset ingestion, processing, and delivery
- Confidentiality - Protection of sensitive and restricted content
- Privacy - Appropriate handling of personal data associated with digital assets
What are the benefits of working with a SOC 2 Type II–compliant DAM provider?
A DAM provider that has successfully completed a SOC 2 Type II audit demonstrates a high level of trustworthiness and operational maturity by ensuring it:
- Protects digital assets and metadata throughout their entire lifecycle
- Enforces role-based access controls and secure content sharing
- Demonstrates consistent, ongoing operation of security controls
- Reduces risks related to data loss, unauthorized access, and service disruption
- Provides transparency and assurance to customers through independent validation
- Supports customer compliance requirements across industries and regions
- Builds trust for teams managing brand, marketing, and sensitive content
Why is SOC 2 Type II important for DAM customers?
Organizations rely on DAM platforms to centrally store and distribute business-critical and brand-sensitive content. SOC 2 Type II provides assurance that a DAM provider not only defines security and operational controls but actively enforces and monitors them over time.
This is especially important for organizations managing confidential content, regulated data, or global content workflows that require consistent security, availability, and reliability.
Is Bynder SOC 2 Type II compliant?
Yes, Bynder has successfully completed a SOC 2 Type II audit conducted by an independent third-party auditor. This demonstrates that Bynder’s DAM platform operates with effective, consistently applied controls designed to protect customer digital assets, metadata, and associated data.
When selecting a DAM provider, we recommend choosing organizations that demonstrate compliance with complementary security and continuity frameworks, including:
- SOC 2 Type II - Proven operational effectiveness of DAM security controls
- ISO 27001 - Information Security Management
- ISO 27018 - Protection of Personally Identifiable Information (PII)
- ISO 22301 - Business Continuity Management
Together, these standards reflect a strong, continuous commitment to security, privacy, and reliability. More information about Bynder’s certifications and compliance programs can be found on our Security page.
