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Put data security and privacy at the core of the way you do business with these learning materials and guides. Perfect for seasoned pros, and those just getting started.

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What is a ROPA, why you need one, and how to make the process easier

A ROPA is the record of all processing activities you perform on individual data. Learn when you need one, what they include, and how to get started.

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API security best practices

Securing an API is more than adding a library and flipping a few switches. Approach API design with a security mindset and follow these tips.

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What is an SLA? Service-Level Agreements and how to find them

Understand a provider's service level agreement, or SLA, can help ensure that your application is better protected when a problem happens.

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Shadow APIs are putting your business at risk

Shadow IT is nothing new, but with more third party services used to build apps, there's a new threat: Shadow APIs.

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Understanding an API provider's privacy policy

Privacy policies can be confusing and misleading, but they don't need to be. Here are some tips on navigating a provider's policy.

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SOC reports and why your API vendors should have one

SOC reports offer a way for SaaS companies to demonstrate a commitment to security. Here's why you should expect your dependencies to have one.

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Your data map is missing APIs and dependencies

Tracking data flows within your organization can be complex. One area that is often overlooked is third party APIs.

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You should be automating your data flow map

If you only rely on manual resource detection, there's a good chance you've missed shadow IT elements that should be part of your map. Automation can help.

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Tips for implementing privacy by design

Privacy by design is all about baking privacy into the core of your product development cycle. Here are some tips to help you get started.

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What you need to know about DPIAs

DPIAs are useful tools to help assess the sensitivity of data and the risk level associated with personal data.

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What is a ROPA, why you need one, and how to make the process easier

A ROPA is the record of all processing activities you perform on individual data. Learn when you need one, what they include, and how to get started.

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Bearer helps companies processing sensitive data identify and mitigate data security risks across their products.

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