Insights on compliance, security, and building trust for startups.https://www.getprobo.com/https://www.getprobo.com/blog/2026-05-04-are-you-allowed-to-put-soc-2-logo-on-website/https://www.getprobo.com/blog/2026-05-04-are-you-allowed-to-put-soc-2-logo-on-website/Most companies displaying the AICPA SOC logo on their landing page or Trust Center never registered for it. Here's what the rules actually say and what changed recently.Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.getprobo.com/blog/2026-04-24-how-we-automated-our-client-contract-process/https://www.getprobo.com/blog/2026-04-24-how-we-automated-our-client-contract-process/How we handle Probo's contract workflow from prospect handshake to e-signature. And why we rebuilt the pipeline twice.Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.getprobo.com/blog/2026-04-22-do-you-need-a-soc-2-report/https://www.getprobo.com/blog/2026-04-22-do-you-need-a-soc-2-report/SOC 2 is not an industry default. Here is how to decide if you should start now, protect your investment, and pick the right standard for your buyers.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.getprobo.com/blog/2026-03-31-stripe-security-101/https://www.getprobo.com/blog/2026-03-31-stripe-security-101/Stripe is probably the most used payment platform in SaaS. Three settings, thirty minutes of work, and your payment platform stops being a security gap.Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.getprobo.com/blog/2026-03-26-google-workspace-default-settings-are-insecure/https://www.getprobo.com/blog/2026-03-26-google-workspace-default-settings-are-insecure/Google Workspace ships with default settings that leave companies exposed. Here are five settings to fix right now.Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.getprobo.com/blog/2026-03-20-an-open-letter-to-aicpa-and-iso-accreditation-bodies/https://www.getprobo.com/blog/2026-03-20-an-open-letter-to-aicpa-and-iso-accreditation-bodies/A compliance automation platform got caught producing near-identical SOC 2 reports for multiple companies. The reports looked real. The security controls behind them were never properly verified. This is an open letter to the organizations responsible for enforcing audit quality.Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-03-04-what-is-soc2-cost/https://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-03-04-what-is-soc2-cost/SOC 2 costs $25k–$80k for most startups in 2026. Here's exactly what you're paying for — audit, tooling, implementation — and where to cut.Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-11-09-do-you-need-code-reviews/https://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-11-09-do-you-need-code-reviews/Are code reviews actually required for SOC 2 or ISO 27001? This article explains auditor expectations, why code reviews matter in practice, and how simple processes can satisfy compliance requirements.Sun, 09 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-10-28-what-is-soc2/https://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-10-28-what-is-soc2/A clear explanation of SOC 2, how it differs from a certification, and what auditors actually assess. Learn when it makes sense to pursue SOC 2 and how to approach it efficiently.Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-10-23-do-you-need-pen-test-for-iso27001/https://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-10-23-do-you-need-pen-test-for-iso27001/Is a penetration test required for ISO 27001 certification? This article explains when a pen test is expected, what alternatives exist, and how it fits into your ISO 27001 certification journey.Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-10-19-do-you-need-pen-test-for-soc2/https://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-10-19-do-you-need-pen-test-for-soc2/Is a penetration test actually required for SOC 2? This article explains what SOC 2 really expects, why auditors often require a pen test, and when it's okay to wait.Sun, 19 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-10-17-what-is-hands-off-compliance/https://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-10-17-what-is-hands-off-compliance/A clear overview of what hands off compliance means in practice. From automation tools to white-glove services, understand the different models available.Fri, 17 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-10-12-how-long-for-iso27001/https://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-10-12-how-long-for-iso27001/How long does ISO 27001 certification really take? This article breaks down the ISO 27001 timeline, from scoping to final audits, and explains what drives the duration of the process.Sun, 12 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-10-09-how-long-for-soc2/https://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-10-09-how-long-for-soc2/How long does SOC 2 compliance really take? This article breaks down the SOC 2 timeline, from readiness to audit, and explains what actually takes time, and what doesn't.Thu, 09 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-10-08-soc2-or-iso27001/https://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-10-08-soc2-or-iso27001/Compare SOC 2 and ISO 27001 to choose the right compliance framework for your startup based on geography, customer needs, and growth plans.Wed, 08 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-09-11-what-are-the-steps-toward-compliance/https://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-09-11-what-are-the-steps-toward-compliance/Learn the essential steps toward achieving compliance with SOC 2, ISO 27001, or GDPR. Build a compliance roadmap that unlocks enterprise deals.Thu, 11 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-02-17-why-a-one-size-fit-all-solution-like-vanta-is-not-ideal/https://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-02-17-why-a-one-size-fit-all-solution-like-vanta-is-not-ideal/One-size-fits-all compliance wastes resources and ignores real risks—startups must prioritize a tailored, risk-first approach.Mon, 17 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-02-04-the-case-for-open-source-compliance/https://www.getprobo.com/blog/2025-02-04-the-case-for-open-source-compliance/Why traditional compliance tools fail and how open-source can fix the industry's pricing and flexibility issues.Tue, 04 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT