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Evidence Collection Best Practices for SOC 2: What Actually Goes Wrong (And How to Fix It)

Evidence collection isn't hard — maintaining discipline for 12 months is. Learn from real audit failures including auto-deleted recordings, incomplete...

Mar 17, 2026SimpleAudit Team

12 min read

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SOC 2 Basics

Skip SOC 2 Type 1 — Here's Why You Should Go Straight to Type 2

Why skipping SOC 2 Type 1 and going straight to Type 2 saves money, closes deals faster, and proves real security posture.

Mar 10, 2026SimpleAudit Team

9 min read

Professional reviewing compliance checklist

SOC 2 Basics

SOC 2 Compliance Checklist for Startups & SMBs

A step-by-step guide to preparing for your first SOC 2 audit as a startup founder or small business owner.

Mar 5, 2026SimpleAudit Team

10 min read