Compliance

Last Updated: January 15, 2026

SearchAPI is committed to maintaining high standards of compliance and data protection. This page outlines our approach to various compliance frameworks and regulations.

1. Data Protection and Privacy

We are committed to protecting personal data and respecting privacy rights. Our practices align with major data protection regulations including:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) principles
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) requirements
• Other applicable regional data protection laws

2. Data Processing and Storage

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure data security:

• Data encryption in transit and at rest
• Access controls and authentication
• Regular security assessments
• Data minimization practices

3. User Rights

We respect and facilitate user rights including:

• Right to access personal data
• Right to rectification
• Right to erasure
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to restrict processing

4. Data Processing Agreements

For enterprise customers, we can provide Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) that outline the terms and conditions for processing personal data in compliance with applicable regulations.

5. Security Standards

Our security practices align with industry standards and best practices, including:

• Regular security audits
• Vulnerability management
• Incident response procedures
• Employee security training

6. Audit and Monitoring

We maintain comprehensive audit logs and monitoring systems to:

• Track access to systems and data
• Monitor for security incidents
• Ensure compliance with policies
• Support investigations when needed

7. Third-Party Vendors

We carefully vet and monitor third-party service providers to ensure they meet our security and compliance standards. We maintain agreements with vendors that include appropriate data protection clauses.

8. Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach that may affect personal data, we have procedures in place to:

• Detect and assess breaches promptly
• Notify relevant authorities as required by law
• Inform affected users in a timely manner
• Take appropriate remedial actions

9. International Data Transfers

When data is transferred internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect personal data in accordance with applicable regulations.

10. Compliance Documentation

We maintain documentation of our compliance efforts including:

• Privacy policies and procedures
• Security policies and procedures
• Data processing records
• Incident response documentation

11. Ongoing Compliance

Compliance is an ongoing effort. We regularly:

• Review and update our policies and procedures
• Conduct compliance assessments
• Train our team on compliance requirements
• Monitor changes in applicable regulations

12. Customer Responsibilities

Customers using our service are responsible for:

• Ensuring their use of our service complies with applicable laws
• Obtaining necessary consents for data processing
• Implementing appropriate security measures on their end
• Complying with terms of service and acceptable use policies

13. Contact

For compliance-related inquiries or to request a Data Processing Agreement, please contact us through your dashboard or reach out to our compliance team.