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Is Ahrefs safe?

Data privacy, AI training, GDPR, SOC 2 and HIPAA, answered from Ahrefs’s own policies. Last checked October 17, 2026

77/100
SafeScoreGoodSolid basics; a few controls are missing or unclear.How we score

Ahrefs privacy at a glance

Trains on your dataNo (by default)
GDPR / DPAYes
SOC 2 / ISO 27001In progress
HIPAA BAANot found
Data deletionYes
SSO & admin controlsYes

Is Ahrefs safe for client data?

Use with care Ahrefs says customer content is not used to train its AI models by default (or lets you opt out). It offers GDPR/CCPA rights or a data processing agreement (DPA). Data is encrypted in transit and at rest. You can delete your data or account. Don’t paste confidential client information until you have checked the plan’s data terms with the vendor.

Checked October 17, 2026 by KurateAI editors from public information

Does Ahrefs train on your data?

No, not by default Ahrefs says it does not use customer prompts or files to train its models by default, or gives you a clear opt-out.

Checked October 17, 2026 by KurateAI editors from public information

Is Ahrefs GDPR compliant?

GDPR rights and DPA offered Ahrefs describes GDPR (or CCPA) rights or offers a data processing agreement. Whether your use is compliant also depends on how you use it: sign the DPA, check where data is stored and record the tool in your processing register.

Checked October 17, 2026 by KurateAI editors from public information

Is Ahrefs SOC 2 or ISO 27001 certified?

In progress Ahrefs says a SOC 2 or ISO/IEC 27001 audit is in progress.

Checked October 17, 2026 by KurateAI editors from public information

How long does Ahrefs keep your data?

Documented Ahrefs lets you delete your data or account, or states how long data is kept.

Checked October 17, 2026 by KurateAI editors from public information

What are the security risks of Ahrefs?

Low documented gaps We found no public evidence of: follows an AI risk standard (ISO/IEC 42001, NIST AI RMF, EU AI Act). Check these points with the vendor before sharing confidential or personal data. Gaps in public information: follows an AI risk standard (ISO/IEC 42001, NIST AI RMF, EU AI Act). As with any AI tool, check outputs for mistakes, never paste passwords or secrets, and be careful with links and files from unknown sources, which can carry hidden instructions (prompt injection).

Checked October 17, 2026 by KurateAI editors from public information

Ahrefs free vs enterprise: what changes for privacy?

Business plans protect more Business plans add controls such as SSO, admin roles or audit logs.

Checked October 17, 2026 by KurateAI editors from public information

Is Ahrefs HIPAA compliant?

No BAA found We found no HIPAA business associate agreement for Ahrefs. Without a BAA, don’t use it with protected health information.

Checked October 17, 2026 by KurateAI editors from public information

Is Ahrefs safe for lawyers, accountants and healthcare?

Is Ahrefs safe for lawyers?

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For client confidentiality and privilege, we couldn’t confirm an independent security audit. Ask the vendor for these in writing, or limit use to non-confidential tasks.

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Is Ahrefs safe for accountants?

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For financial records and client data, we couldn’t confirm an independent security audit. Ask the vendor for these in writing, or limit use to non-confidential tasks.

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Is Ahrefs safe for healthcare?

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For patient data, we couldn’t confirm an independent security audit, a HIPAA BAA. Ask the vendor for these in writing, or limit use to non-confidential tasks.

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Is Ahrefs safe for consultants?

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For client documents under NDA, we couldn’t confirm an independent security audit. Ask the vendor for these in writing, or limit use to non-confidential tasks.

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Is Ahrefs safe for businesses?

Suitable with care

Ahrefs documents the basics companies usually need for company and customer data: no training on your content, GDPR rights or a DPA, a clear privacy policy. Use a business plan, set it up with your IT or compliance lead, and tell clients where required.

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77/100

Ahrefs SafeScore

Good Solid basics; a few controls are missing or unclear.

Is Ahrefs safe? Full privacy report How SafeScore works

Risks to consider: We found no public evidence of: follows an AI risk standard (ISO/IEC 42001, NIST AI RMF, EU AI Act). Check these points with the vendor before sharing confidential or personal data.

Data privacy
  • Public privacy policy KurateAI editors (public information)
  • Your data isn’t used for training (or you can opt out) KurateAI editors (public information)
  • Data deletion and retention rules KurateAI editors (public information)
  • GDPR / CCPA rights or a DPA KurateAI editors (public information)
Security & compliance
  • SOC 2 or ISO/IEC 27001 KurateAI editors (public information)
  • Encryption in transit and at rest KurateAI editors (public information)
  • SSO, access roles or audit logs KurateAI editors (public information)
  • Security / trust page or bug bounty KurateAI editors (public information)
Transparency
  • Says which AI models power it KurateAI editors (public information)
  • Company and contact clearly identified KurateAI editors (public information)
  • Public terms of service KurateAI editors (public information)
  • Explains the limits of AI output KurateAI editors (public information)
AI governance
  • Responsible AI or acceptable use policy KurateAI editors (public information)
  • Follows an AI risk standard (ISO/IEC 42001, NIST AI RMF, EU AI Act)
  • Human review controls KurateAI editors (public information)
  • Way to report harmful output or abuse KurateAI editors (public information)
User safeguards
  • Content filters against harmful use KurateAI editors (public information)
  • Minimum age / child safety terms KurateAI editors (public information)
  • Clear output ownership or IP protection KurateAI editors (public information)
  • Deepfake and impersonation protections

Assessed by KurateAI editors from public information. Last updated October 17, 2026. SafeScore summarises public information; it isn’t an audit. Make or use Ahrefs and have more evidence? Send it to us.

Ahrefs vs alternatives: privacy compared

ToolSafeScoreTrains on your dataGDPR / DPASOC 2 / ISO
Ahrefs 77 No (by default)YesIn progress
Semrush 83 No (by default)YesYes Compare
ChatGPT 98 No (by default)YesYes Compare

This page summarises Ahrefs’s public information as of October 17, 2026. It isn’t legal advice or an audit. Policies change, so confirm with the vendor before sharing sensitive data. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.

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