Freelance translator security practices
This collection of security practices was compiled from information entered in free text form in SecurePRO cards by freelance language professionals at ProZ.com.
When a sufficient number of members has indicated whether or not they offer a particular practice, aggregate data is made available on this page.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the goal of the SecurePRO™ program?
To enhance the ability of LSPs and freelancers to ensure the confidentiality of end-client data while carrying out work in an efficient manner. -
How does the SecurePRO program accomplish that?
For a start, by raising awareness of security practices. Beyond that, a means is provided for freelancers to efficiently present their security practices and capabilities, and for clients to specify security needs on a project-by-project basis. Other important program features are forthcoming. -
What is a SecurePRO Card?
A SecurePRO Card is the digital card, accessible from within profiles, where a given user can specify his or her security practices. -
How does a freelancer create a SecurePRO Card?
By going to the comprehensive list of security practices and indicating which ones he or she offers. -
Can I change settings?
Yes, you can freely change your setting for each practice at any time. -
What legal ramification is there, if any, of my ticking a given security practice?
Consider it similar to making the same statement in free text form in your profile. -
Who can create a SecurePRO Card?
Anyone with a ProZ.com profile. -
How was the comprehensive list of security practices created?
The list has been derived from practices described, in free text form, by freelance translators in their SecurePRO cards. -
Who gets to see SecurePRO cards?
SecurePRO support is part of ProZ.com's Plus service package. Therefore, for a SecurePRO card to be visible, either the owner of the card or the viewer must be a Plus subscriber. (The viewer may also be a business member.)