Nowadays virtual events have become essential - they bring people together, enable knowledge sharing, and promote global networking. But with all these benefits comes an important responsibility: safeguarding personal data. In a world where increasing amounts of information are processed online, ensuring top-notch security is critical. In this blog, we’ll explore why data protection is crucial in the virtual event space and how MEETYOO helps you keep your events secure and compliant with privacy regulations.
Why Data Protection is Crucial for Virtual Events
Virtual events have become an integral part of the business world. They provide companies with an efficient way to host events, share knowledge, and engage with a global audience. But as digitalization grows, so does the responsibility to protect sensitive data. Companies must ensure that personal and confidential information is shielded from unauthorized access and that they meet all legal obligations.
At MEETYOO, we are committed to protecting the data of our clients. We offer the highest security standards for virtual events, webinars, and digital conferences. Our goal is to provide the safest event platform available. To achieve this, we’ve implemented comprehensive measures that are embedded in our data protection strategy.
Our Data Protection Standards
ISO 27001-Zertifizierung – Ein Qualitätssiegel für Sicherheit
MEETYOO has been ISO/IEC 27001 certified since 2012. This international standard for information security management systems confirms that our processes and systems meet the highest requirements for data protection and IT security. Specifically, this means:
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Strict security policies to safeguard personal data
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Regular audits and independent reviews by TÜV
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Proactive monitoring and mitigation of security risks
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Robust measures to defend against cyberattacks
ISO 27001 certification guarantees that MEETYOO protects data at the highest level and complies with all applicable data protection laws. This provides our clients with the assurance that their data is handled securely and with confidentiality.As a company based in Germany, we fully comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG). This particularly applies to the processing of personal data for our customers and event participants. MEETYOO provides standardized data processing agreements (DPA) to ensure all legal requirements are met.
Protection Against Unauthorized Access and Intrusion
Our event platform offers several security features to prevent unauthorized access to events and confidential data:
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Secure access with password-protected, personalized login credentials
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Moderator controls to prevent unwanted participants
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Encryption of all data transfers
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Hosting in high-performance data centers in Germany with 99.9% uptime
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Protection against technical failures
Protection Against Technical Failures
All of our operational technology is housed in a high-performance data center in Germany. Not only does this provide optimal conditions for the technology, but it also ensures excellent protection against external threats. As a quality provider, we place great emphasis on the continuous availability of our services. This is successfully achieved through a range of measures. We are proud to maintain a service uptime of 99.9%.
Our Seal of Approval: External Data Protection Audits by DDSC
In addition to our internal security reviews, we have our data protection practices regularly audited by external experts. Our latest audit report from DDSC confirms that MEETYOO meets all relevant data protection standards and is continually improving its processes.
These measures ensure that you can focus on what really matters - your event. For us, data protection isn’t an optional extra; it’s a fundamental part of our service.
Building Trust Through Strong Security Standards
With over 3,000 companies relying on MEETYOO, we set the benchmark for data security and privacy in virtual events. Our TÜV-certified security framework, commitment to strict data protection laws, and ISO certification make MEETYOO a secure choice for digital events.
If you have any questions about data protection and security at MEETYOO, feel free to get in touch.
