> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.smile.io/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Security and compliance

> Learn about Smile's security certifications, privacy practices, and compliance resources.

## Security certifications

Smile maintains the following certifications and recognitions:

* Current SOC 2 Type II audit report (available through the [Smile Security Hub](https://app.drata.com/trust/638fe340-5f83-47cb-935a-6f8ec0e1fe44))
* Built for Shopify
* Shopify Certified Technology Partner

For the latest certification status, security documentation, compliance reports, and subprocessor information, visit the [Smile Security Hub](https://app.drata.com/trust/638fe340-5f83-47cb-935a-6f8ec0e1fe44)

## Privacy

Smile's privacy practices include:

* GDPR compliance.
* Smile acts as a Data Processor, while merchants act as the Data Controller.
* A Data Processing Addendum (DPA) is available.
* Processes are in place to support data subject access and deletion requests.
* Smile does not sell customer data.

For full information, see:

* [Privacy and data collection](/en/articles/4036238-privacy-and-data-collection)
* [GDPR and Smile](/en/articles/4036237-gdpr-and-smile)