## Security and privacy: our commitment at Astra

We prioritize protecting your data with industry-leading security practices, ensuring trust at every level of your experience.

## Certificates and Reports

Astra follows global privacy and security standards, conducting regular internal and external audits to ensure compliance. Contact us directly for specific reports or certifications.

## Security

## Third Party Audits

Astra regularly undergoes external audits, including SOC, PCI, and vulnerability testing, to ensure the highest standards of security.

## Policies & Training

Astra trains employees using industry-standard content focused on information security and privacy.

## Access Control

At Astra, access permissions are assigned based on roles and responsibilities and are audited monthly to ensure accuracy.

## Data Encryption

Astra employs industry-proven encryption to protect data at rest and in transit.

## Secure Development

We follow rigorous processes to ensure system integrity, including change control procedures, software version control, and comprehensive security testing.

## Backups

We leverage automated backups to safeguard client data and ensure system reliability.

## Availability

Astra systems are built for reliability, featuring redundancies for critical capabilities to ensure uninterrupted performance.

## Internal Controls

Astra follows strict HR protocols, including employee background checks and comprehensive vendor management.

## Privacy

## Privacy Policy

Astra’s Privacy Policy complies with CCPA/CPRA and GDPR frameworks and is reviewed annually to ensure alignment with the latest standards.

## GDPR & US Data Privacy

Astra strictly adheres to data privacy requirements, including CCPA in the U.S. and GDPR in the European Union, across all products and services.

## Tokenization

Astra prioritizes data privacy and the protection of end users, utilizing tokenization to obscure sensitive information whenever possible.

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