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FTC Safeguards, built into your IT

Dealerships handling customer financial data fall under the FTC Safeguards Rule. Here's what we actually do about it.

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What this covers

The FTC Safeguards Rule requires dealerships and other financial institutions to maintain a written information security program. We are not a law firm. We provide the IT infrastructure, security practices, and documentation that support that program.

What we actually do

  • Access controls limiting who can reach customer financial data
  • Encryption of sensitive data at rest and in transit
  • Continuous monitoring and logging of access to F&I systems
  • Multi-factor authentication on systems holding customer data
  • Incident response planning and documented procedures
  • Staff security awareness training
  • Risk assessments and gap tracking to support your qualified individual

What we don't claim

We do not claim to provide your full written information security program on our own. That requires policy and designated personnel decisions your dealership makes. We provide and document the technology controls that support it.

Questions we hear

Frequently asked questions

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Does your service make us Safeguards Rule compliant?

Our IT security practices support the technical requirements of the rule. A full compliance program also requires written policies and a designated qualified individual at your dealership.

Do you work with our compliance or legal counsel?

Yes. We coordinate directly with whoever manages your compliance program.

What's the first step to get our IT aligned with Safeguards requirements?

Start with our free assessment. We'll map your current setup against the rule's technical requirements and show you the gaps.

Free IT assessment

Know where you stand before something breaks

A plain-English review of your security, backups, and support experience. No cost, no obligation, and the report is yours to keep.

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