Security
Security Overview
Learn about Babelize's security practices and compliance.
Security Overview
Babelize is designed with security as a foundational principle. This document outlines our security practices and provides information for security-conscious organizations.
Security Principles
Defense in Depth
Multiple security layers protect your data:
- Network security (firewalls, DDoS protection)
- Application security (authentication, authorization)
- Data security (encryption, access controls)
- Operational security (monitoring, incident response)
Least Privilege
Access is restricted to the minimum necessary:
- Role-based access control
- Time-limited sessions
Transparency
We openly communicate about:
- Security practices
- Incident response
- Compliance status
- Known limitations
Infrastructure Security
Cloud Infrastructure
Babelize runs on enterprise-grade cloud infrastructure:
| Component | Provider | Certifications |
|---|---|---|
| Compute | AWS / GCP | SOC 2, ISO 27001 |
| Database | AWS RDS | SOC 2, ISO 27001 |
| Storage | AWS S3 | SOC 2, ISO 27001 |
| CDN | Cloudflare | SOC 2, ISO 27001 |
Network Security
- TLS 1.3 for all connections
- DDoS protection via Cloudflare
- Network segmentation between services
- Private subnets for databases
- Web Application Firewall (WAF)
Physical Security
Our cloud providers maintain:
- 24/7 security personnel
- Biometric access controls
- Video surveillance
- Environmental controls
Data Security
Encryption
| Data State | Encryption |
|---|---|
| In Transit | TLS 1.3 |
| At Rest | AES-256 |
| Backups | AES-256 |
See Data Encryption for details.
Data Handling
- Source content is processed in memory
- Results are stored encrypted
- Automatic deletion per retention policy
- No training on customer data
Data Residency
| Plan | Data Location |
|---|---|
| Free/Builder/Team | US (default) |
Application Security
Authentication
- Passwordless authentication via email OTP
- OAuth 2.0 (Google, Apple)
- Session management with secure cookies
- Automatic session expiration
Authorization
- Role-based access control (RBAC)
- Resource-level access checks
See Access Control for details.
Compliance
Current Certifications
| Standard | Status |
|---|---|
| SOC 2 Type II | In progress |
| GDPR | Compliant |
| CCPA | Compliant |
Planned Certifications
| Standard | Timeline |
|---|---|
| ISO 27001 | 2024 H2 |
Privacy
We follow privacy best practices:
- Minimal data collection
- Clear privacy policy
- User data rights (access, deletion)
- No selling of personal data
See Privacy Policy for complete details.
Security Practices
Development
- Secure development lifecycle
- Code reviews required
- Dependency scanning
- Static analysis (SAST)
- Dynamic analysis (DAST)
Testing
- Regular penetration testing
- Vulnerability scanning
- Bug bounty program (coming soon)
Operations
- 24/7 monitoring
- Automated alerting
- Incident response procedures
- Regular security reviews
See Incident Response for our response procedures.
Reporting Security Issues
Responsible Disclosure
If you discover a security issue:
- Email security@babelize.app
- Include detailed description
- Provide reproduction steps if possible
- Do not publicly disclose until resolved
Response Commitment
- Acknowledgment: Within 24 hours
- Initial assessment: Within 72 hours
- Resolution timeline: Based on severity
- Credit in security acknowledgments (if desired)