SOC 2 Type II Compliance and Why It Matters

RevenueCat, the company co-founded by Jacob, prioritized security and reliability from its inception, leading to their pursuit of SOC 2 certification to demonstrate adherence to high security standards for their broad customer base, including enterprise and indie developers. The company opted for SOC 2 Type II certification to ensure a sustained commitment to security policies over time, involving a team-wide effort to refine various policies related to access control, asset management, cryptography, and secure development, among others. They partnered with Vanta to monitor infrastructure and streamline the SOC 2 process, benefiting from Vanta's integration capabilities and support, which were crucial in navigating the complexities of compliance. RevenueCat's experience highlights the importance of starting the SOC 2 process early, maintaining clear communication and a roadmap with the team, and recognizing that certification is a step toward continuous security improvement rather than an end goal.