Terms of Use

Last updated: 4/7/2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using RateMySOC.com, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the website.

2. Description of Service

RateMySOC.com provides a free self-assessment tool designed to help organizations evaluate their Security Operations Center (SOC) maturity across different levels. The assessment tool calculates scores based on user responses and provides recommendations for improvement.

3. Use of the Service

You agree to use the service for its intended purpose and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. You shall not use the service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose.

4. Assessment Results

The SOC maturity assessment provided by our service is for informational purposes only and should be used as part of a comprehensive security program. The assessment results and recommendations:

  • Do not guarantee security effectiveness or regulatory compliance
  • Are not a substitute for professional cybersecurity advice or services
  • Reflect only the information provided through user answers
  • May not be applicable to all organization types or industries

5. Intellectual Property

All content, features, and functionality of the RateMySOC.com website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, audio clips, digital downloads, data compilations, and software, are the exclusive property of RateMySOC.com and protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

6. Limitation of Liability

RateMySOC.com and its owners, affiliates, officers, employees, agents, partners, and licensors shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or exemplary damages resulting from:

  • Use or inability to use the service
  • Any decisions made or actions taken based on assessment results
  • Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
  • Any other matter relating to the service

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

The service is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold RateMySOC.com and its affiliates, officers, agents, and employees harmless from any claim or demand, including reasonable attorneys' fees, made by any third party due to or arising out of your use of the service, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of another.

9. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. It is your responsibility to check these Terms periodically for changes. Your continued use of the service following the posting of any changes to these Terms constitutes acceptance of those changes.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

terms@ratemysoc.com