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Hyperproof

Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)

AI Governance & ComplianceGRCComplianceRisk ManagementSaaS
Function:Legal & Compliance
Subfunction:Regulatory Compliance
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Founded
2018
Employees
101-250 employees
Funding
$66.5M-$77.3M
Stage
Private; estimated revenue $10.7M-$44.3M annually
Report version: Oct 21, 2025

1. Products/Services & Features

  • Main Offerings:

    • Hyperproof Compliance Operations Platform - Cloud-based software that automates evidence collection, manages compliance controls, and orchestrates compliance programs
    • Hyperproof AI - End-to-end AI engine for GRC with smart content, intent-based querying, and automated task management
    • Trust Management Ecosystem - Centralizes control data, automates security questionnaires, and manages trust center creation
  • Feature Breakdown: Automated evidence collection; Control mapping across frameworks; Security questionnaire automation; Risk workflow integration; Continuous risk monitoring; Hierarchical scopes; Multi-step task approvals; Task auto-close; AI-powered insights; Vendor lifecycle management (via Expent acquisition); Trust center management; Audit trail capabilities (Departments: Compliance, Risk Management, Security, IT Operations, Legal)

  • Business Industry Gearing: High - Designed for regulated industries including SaaS, fintech, healthcare, and enterprise sectors requiring SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, and other compliance frameworks

2. Security & Compliance

  • Certifications: SOC 2 Type 2 certified (2025), GDPR attestation (January 2025, verified by 360 Advanced); ISO 27001 certification in progress (target completion by end of 2025/early 2026); FedRAMP Moderate certification targeted for end of 2025

  • Vendors/Tools: Microsoft Azure (data hosting); Cloudflare CDN; TLS 1.2+ encryption in transit; AES-256 encryption at rest

  • Risk Profile:

    • Breaches: No public record of significant data breaches as of October 2025
    • Features: Robust audit trail functionality; GDPR-compliant data handling; Access controls; Incident response procedures; Data hosted in Microsoft Azure US/EU data centers; Encryption standards (TLS 1.2+, AES-256)

3. User Feedback & Adoption

  • Aggregated Reviews: 4.8/5 on Gartner Digital Markets; G2 category leader with 30+ G2 awards; #2 for Fastest Implementation (G2); #2 for Best Support (Enterprise & Mid-Market); Software Advice Best Support Award in Audit Category

    • Pros: Intuitive and user-friendly interface; Fast implementation (weeks, not months); Award-winning customer support; Effective automation of compliance workflows; Scalable and flexible for complex enterprise requirements; Strong task management and reminders; Reduces manual compliance work
    • Cons: Some advanced features still maturing compared to legacy tools; Initial setup can take longer with multiple compliance standards; Integration limitations on lower-tier plans; Per-seat pricing can be expensive for some organizations
  • Adoption Insights:

    • Adoption Ease: High - Platform is designed for ease of use with intuitive interface; fast implementation timelines; strong onboarding support; reduces reliance on spreadsheets
    • Adoption Cultural Fit: High - Aligns with modern compliance operations approach; shifts mindset from reactive audit preparation to proactive continuous compliance; emphasizes transparency and human-in-the-loop AI
  • Metrics: Strong customer retention indicated by rapid growth (tripled customer base since 2022, 260% revenue increase); high user satisfaction ratings; multiple G2 awards for customer support and implementation

  • Barriers: Initial setup complexity with multiple frameworks; per-seat pricing concerns for some organizations; need for organizational buy-in on continuous compliance model; integration requirements with existing systems

4. Monetization & Business Model

  • Revenue Model: SaaS subscription-based model with custom, value-based pricing

  • Pricing: Professional, Business, and Enterprise tiers (specific pricing not publicly disclosed) (Sources: Entry-level starts ~$12,000/year; Standard flat-rate ~$800/month ($9,600/year); Mid-enterprise (~1,000 employees) $49,300-$99,700/year; Median annual price ~$39,910 (range $22,500-$54,060); Enterprise custom pricing can exceed $100,000/year; One-time implementation fee ~$10,000 (may be waived for multi-year commitments))

  • Market Context:

    • TAM: Expanded by $22B with Expent acquisition (including $9B serviceable segment); GRC market growing as organizations prioritize compliance and risk management
    • Growth Stage: Growth stage - Private company with strong funding and rapid customer growth; positioned as market leader in modern GRC

5. Leadership & Recent Developments

Name Description LinkedIn X Account
Craig Unger Founder and CEO of Hyperproof; Former Co-Founder and CTO of Azuqua (acquired by Okta for $50M in 2019); 20+ years at Microsoft including General Manager of Dynamics CRM, Product Unit Manager of Microsoft Access, and Program Manager on Excel (Pivot Tables); Harvard University graduate with degree in Applied Mathematics and Computer Science https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-unger Not publicly available
Matthew Lehto Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) at Hyperproof; Responsible for growth and revenue operations https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewlehto Not publicly available
Peter Chase Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Hyperproof; Responsible for operations and organizational management Not publicly available Not publicly available
  • Key Metrics Update:

    • Funding: Private equity round of $40 million (September 2023) led by Riverwood Capital with participation from Toba Capital
    • Employee Growth: Grown from 8 employees at founding to 101-250 employees (2024); expanded across 30 states
  • News/Trends:

    • News Launch: Hyperproof AI launched September 2025 - first end-to-end AI GRC engine with smart content, intent-based querying, and automated task management; early access started September 22, 2025
    • News Partnerships: Strategic partnership with Accenture (2024) to accelerate enterprise GRC transformation; 70+ integrations available; acquisition of Expent.ai (October 2025) for AI-native third-party risk and vendor lifecycle management
    • News Funding: Acquired Expent.ai in October 2025; $40M private equity round in September 2023
    • News Challenges: GRC market faces entrenched legacy solutions and scattered point solutions; Hyperproof addressing this through AI-native approach and focus on continuous compliance vs. reactive audit preparation

6. Target Audience & Use Cases

  • Target Market: Mid-sized to large enterprises in regulated industries (SaaS, fintech, healthcare, technology) requiring comprehensive GRC solutions

  • Target Users & Personas: Compliance officers, risk managers, security professionals, IT leaders, executives, legal teams, procurement teams

  • User Experience Level: Intermediate to advanced - designed for compliance and risk professionals; intuitive enough for non-specialists; supports both technical and non-technical users

  • Key Use Cases:

    • Automating compliance and risk management - Reduces manual workload by automating evidence collection, control validation, risk identification, and reporting tasks
    • Scaling GRC programs - Enables rapid onboarding and expansion to new regulatory frameworks or markets using smart content and AI-driven recommendations
    • Continuous audit readiness - Ensures ongoing preparedness for audits by linking controls to risks, automating evidence gathering, and providing real-time dashboards

7. Impact & Recommendations

  • Measurable Outcomes:

    • Workflow Improvements: Streamlines evidence collection; Automates security questionnaire responses; Centralizes compliance data; Enables continuous monitoring vs. point-in-time audits; Integrates risk and compliance workflows; Reduces spreadsheet dependency; Improves cross-team collaboration
    • ROI Examples: 80% faster vendor risk assessments (via Expent integration); Significant time savings on evidence collection and audit preparation; Reduced compliance overhead; Improved audit readiness; Faster security questionnaire completion; Demonstrated trust to customers and stakeholders
  • Fit Assessment: Excellent fit for regulated enterprises seeking modern, AI-powered GRC solutions; strong for organizations managing multiple compliance frameworks; ideal for companies prioritizing continuous compliance and trust management

  • Custom Rec Flags:

    • Priority ICP: Enterprise SaaS companies, fintech firms, healthcare organizations, and other regulated industries with 500+ employees, multiple compliance requirements, and significant security questionnaire volume
    • Short Term Goals: Expand Hyperproof AI adoption; integrate Expent capabilities across platform; achieve ISO 27001 and FedRAMP certifications; continue market expansion in regulated sectors

8. Data Sourcing Notes

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