Principles of Testing Procedures:
Our tests are conducted under real-world conditions by qualified personnel (e.g., data protection auditors, ISO 27001 lead auditors, IT forensic experts). Only genuine hardware is used – for example, an app is installed directly on a smartphone, as might be the case in a household. Virtual hardware or simulators are generally not used. The devices under test are connected to a separate network, and in the case of IT security testing, transmitted data packets are logged and analyzed. Any deviations from this are clearly indicated.

Legal compliance of the tests:
Every product is tested in compliance with all applicable laws. Naturally, we refrain from any actions that violate legal requirements or intellectual property rights, such as unauthorized reverse engineering or attacks on the manufacturer’s digital infrastructure.

Transparency of Test Procedures and Criteria:
Generalized test procedures and criteria are not used, as these vary depending on the product category. The test methods used are clearly stated in each test report. For further information, please refer to the individual test reports.

Further basic explanations of the testing procedures can be found in “ How we test ” at https://eusec.net/en/how-we-test/

Standardized testing procedures and criteria are not applied, as these vary depending on the product category.

The specific test criteria are presented transparently in the respective test reports. Any special features or deviations are noted there transparently.

BaySec – Bayerische Gesellschaft für Cybersicherheit mbH ensures through various measures that the test evaluation is independent of the manufacturer.

Trust and integrity are BaySec’s top priorities . Learn more about us, our procedures, values ​​and measures, as well as our structure and funding at: https://eusec.net/en/so-testen-wir/

See our “ Benefits “ section below . Here are some examples of how you can benefit from an EUSEC® test seal:

• It is a test : A test will follow using a transparent testing procedure that ensures trust and traceability.
• No self-disclosure : The risk and effort associated with providing a self-disclosure statement are eliminated (e.g., false statements).
• Internationally scalable : Test once, but use it EU-wide in the respective national language – this way, a good test result can also be used for international advertising.
• Privately funded : EUSEC® is a privately funded, not a government-run, testing certification. This allows us to operate efficiently and across borders.

Everyone is happy:

• Consumers benefit because they can shop with less worry, a better feeling, and more peace of mind. They can better assess the value and quality in the areas of data protection and IT security.
• CEOs are pleased because investments in data protection and IT security are now becoming more relevant to profit and revenue.
• Marketing managers are pleased because test seals are a well-known and widely used marketing tool. This helps to promote the complex topics of data protection and IT security.
• IT security managers are pleased because the fruits of their labor are becoming more visible.

If you wish to use the test result and/or test seal for your products or services in your advertising, you usually have the option to choose between the following:

• A standard contract term of one year. If explicitly offered, the standard contract term can be extended by another year.
• A longer term of two years.

For certain product groups, only a specific contract duration is offered (e.g., only 1 year).

A new test is required after the expiry date. Please commission a new test in good time.

First, a test must be carried out. The test is independent of the test seal.

As a second step, or after successful testing, you can choose a test seal. You have the option to choose between three licensing models:

• base
• standard
• Premium

Further details can be found in the „Licensing Models“ section below. You can also use our cost calculator to determine the right option for your needs.

Advertising without a valid license is not permitted.

Advertising with test results and/or test seals without a valid license is prohibited. In particular, it is forbidden to use test results or seals in the form of covert advertising or to invoke alleged quotation rights to circumvent licensing fees.

Statutory right to quote remains unaffected.

The statutory right to quote remains unaffected, of course, especially for journalistic or scientific purposes, such as by newspapers or scientific institutions.