Privacy

ISO/IEC 27701 Certification

Privacy Information Management System (PIMS)

ISO/IEC 27701 specifies requirements and guidance for a Privacy Information Management System (PIMS). It helps organisations that act as controllers or processors of personal data manage privacy risks and demonstrate accountability. Since the 2025 edition it is a standalone management system standard that can also be integrated with ISO/IEC 27001.

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Standard status: Current edition: ISO/IEC 27701:2025 (published October 2025). It is now an independent management system standard and can be used standalone or alongside ISO/IEC 27001. Official source ↗

How Certsure helps with ISO 27701

Certsure Certification is a consultancy based in Lucknow, working with organisations across India. We help you understand the requirements, close the gaps and get ready for assessment — gap analysis, documentation, implementation support, training, internal audits and support during the external audit. The certificate itself is issued by an independent, accredited certification body after its own audits.

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Why it matters

Benefits of ISO/IEC 27701 Certification

Privacy Accountability

Demonstrate a structured, auditable approach to protecting personal data.

Supports Legal Compliance

Helps organise obligations under data protection laws such as India's DPDP Act and the EU GDPR (not a substitute for legal advice).

Customer Trust

Give clients evidence of how their personal data is handled.

Works with ISO 27001

Can be integrated with an existing information security management system.

Clear Data Inventory

Map what personal data you hold, why, where and for how long.

Reduced Privacy Risk

Identify and treat privacy risks before they become incidents.

How it works

ISO 27701 process, step by step

Scoping (Controller / Processor Roles)
Personal Data Mapping
Privacy Risk Assessment
PIMS Documentation & Controls
Training & Awareness
Internal Audit
Stage 1 Audit
Stage 2 Audit
Certification decision by the certification body

Timelines depend on your organisation's size, the scope and how much of the system already exists. Read how to prepare for an ISO audit.

Preparation

Documents typically required

We provide a checklist tailored to your organisation. Commonly needed:

Records of Processing Activities

Privacy Risk Assessment

Data Processing Agreements

Data Subject Request Procedure

Breach Response Procedure

Training Records

Internal Audit Reports

FAQ

ISO 27701: frequently asked questions

Do we need ISO 27001 before ISO 27701?

Not any more. Under the 2019 edition ISO/IEC 27701 was an extension of ISO/IEC 27001. The 2025 edition is an independent standard, although many organisations still implement both together.

Does ISO 27701 certification make us DPDP or GDPR compliant?

No standard can guarantee legal compliance. ISO/IEC 27701 provides a management system that helps you meet privacy obligations; specific legal requirements should be confirmed with qualified legal counsel.

Who issues the ISO 27701 certificate?

Certificates are issued by an independent certification body after its own stage 1 and stage 2 audits. Certsure Certification is a consultancy: we prepare your organisation — gap analysis, documentation, training, internal audit and audit support — and coordinate with an accredited certification body. You can verify accredited certificates on IAF CertSearch.

How long is ISO 27701 certification valid?

Accredited management system certificates are normally valid for three years, with surveillance audits by the certification body at least once a year and a recertification audit before expiry.

How much does ISO 27701 certification cost?

Cost depends mainly on the number of employees and sites, the scope and complexity of your activities, how much of the system already exists, and the certification body's audit days. Contact us with these details for a written quotation — we do not quote a single fixed price for every organisation.

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ISO/IEC 27001 CertificationInformation Security Management System GDPR ComplianceGeneral Data Protection Regulation Compliance SOC 2 CertificationService Organization Control 2 Compliance

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