The 2019 Online Trust Audit & Honor Roll will represent the 11th independent analysis and benchmark report of the adoption of security standards and responsible privacy practices.
Methodology
Sites are eligible to receive 300 total base points, including up to 100 points in each of three major categories:
- Domain, Brand & Consumer Protection
- Site, Server & Infrastructure Security
- Privacy, Transparency & Disclosures
Bonus points are available for implementation of emerging best practices and penalties are assessed for vulnerabilities, breaches, and regulatory settlements. The 2019 scoring has been expanded and enhanced with additional weight and granularity given to key practices. To qualify for Honor Roll status, sites need to receive a composite score of 80% or better and a score of at least 60 in each of the three separate categories.
Release Date
The 2019 Online Trust Audit will be released in 2020.