Security Policy
1. Data Encryption
All data transmitted within Slack is encrypted using TLS 1.3, the industry standard for secure communication. Data at rest is protected with AES-256 encryption.
End-to-end encryption is available in our premium plans for channels that require maximum security.
2. Access Controls
Slack enforces strict access controls with role-based permissions. Administrators can configure granular permission levels for different team members.
Multi-factor authentication is mandatory for all administrative accounts and optional for individual users.
3. Compliance & Certifications
Slack maintains SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001, and GDPR compliance. We also partner with security auditors to verify our compliance annually.
Our infrastructure is hosted on AWS and meets all FedRAMP, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS requirements.
4. Incident Response
In the rare event of a security incident, Slack's 24/7 security team responds immediately. Notifications are sent to administrators within 15 minutes of detection.
Post-incident reviews are conducted with full transparency to customers and partners.
5. Third-Party Security
All third-party vendors must pass rigorous security assessments before integration. We maintain a zero-trust model for external partners.