Is M-Files GDPR Compliant?
M-Files privacy and compliance overview. Last scanned: 1 months ago.
M-Files scored 76/100 (grade C), with 2 passing signal(s) and 4 area(s) needing attention. Top area to address: 1 security header missing: Strict-Transport-Security (max-age >= 31536000). This is an automated technical assessment, not a legal compliance certification.
76/100
Privacy and compliance score
Scanned June 10, 2026 in fetch mode.
CCPA / CPRA disclosures
0/8No CCPA/CPRA opt-out signals detected. CCPA/CPRA compliance requires more than disclosures. This score reflects observable signals only, not legal compliance.
Security headers
7/101 security header missing: Strict-Transport-Security (max-age >= 31536000).
Privacy policy
8/10Privacy policy found but may be incomplete or outdated.
DPA and sub-processor list
4/7DPA reference found, but no sub-processor list detected.
Cookie consent banner
12/12No tracking detected: consent banner not required.
Accessibility (WCAG 2.x AA)
7/15Accessibility scan unavailable in fetch mode.
Hosting region disclosure
5/5No data hosting region disclosure found.
COPPA signal
5/5No COPPA language detected.
Pre-consent tracking
23/23No third-party trackers detected before consent.
AI training stance
5/5AI training opt-out disclosure found in privacy policy.
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The following is based on M-Files's public documentation. ComplianceCheckup has not independently audited these claims.
Frequently asked questions about M-Files compliance
Is M-Files GDPR compliant?
M-Files received a privacy grade of C (76/100) in our automated scan. No CCPA/CPRA opt-out signals detected. CCPA/CPRA compliance requires more than disclosures. This score reflects observable signals only, not legal compliance. For a complete GDPR assessment, consult a qualified privacy professional.
Does M-Files offer a Data Processing Agreement (DPA)?
Yes. M-Files provides a DPA linked in the Legal documents section above. Review it carefully and sign before transferring personal data.
Is M-Files SOC 2 certified?
M-Files holds a SOC 2 Type II certification.
What are M-Files's biggest privacy risks?
Based on our automated scan, the top areas of concern are: CCPA / CPRA disclosures, Security headers, Privacy policy. No CCPA/CPRA opt-out signals detected. CCPA/CPRA compliance requires more than disclosures. This score reflects observable signals only, not legal compliance. These findings are automated and may not capture all risks.
How does M-Files handle CCPA?
No CCPA/CPRA opt-out signals detected. CCPA/CPRA compliance requires more than disclosures. This score reflects observable signals only, not legal compliance. CCPA requires businesses handling California residents' data to disclose data practices, honor opt-out requests, and support the Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal. Our scan checks for GPC support and CCPA-relevant cookie disclosures.
Not legal advice. The scan grade is an automated technical assessment and does not constitute legal or compliance advice. Self-reported claims have not been independently verified. Results may contain false positives or miss issues that cannot be detected programmatically. Consult a qualified attorney or compliance professional for your specific situation.