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Built-in security. Proven data protection.

MongoDB’s built-in security controls and customizable guardrails reduce risk, ensure compliance, and enable rapid, secure delivery.

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Limit risk and simplify compliance

Limit the risk of data breaches, regulatory penalties, and operational disruptions by enforcing organization-wide security guardrails. Customizable controls ensure all applications and teams systematically adhere to security and compliance standards and best practices.

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Protect data at rest, in transit, and in use

Keep sensitive data secure throughout its lifecycle with advanced encryption across data at rest, in transit, and in use. MongoDB’s industry-first Queryable Encryption protects data while it is being queried. Meet compliance goals with less complexity.

Accelerate delivery, minimize risk

Streamline development without compromising security. Automated controls and customizable guardrails empower developers with self-service access. Accelerate delivery across teams and environments with less risk while maintaining compliance.

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Security built on trusted technologies

MongoDB builds on trusted technologies like Cedar, AWS’s verifiably secure open-source policy engine used to define fine-grained access controls. These technologies support an open, auditable, and future-proof security architecture.


MongoDB security customer successes

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“MongoDB has helped us transform how we automate security compliance in the cloud and has gone a long way to making the process effortless.”
Matt Gravlin
Principal software engineer, Intuit
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“MongoDB has helped us transform how we automate security compliance in the cloud and has gone a long way to making the process effortless.”
Matt Gravlin
Principal software engineer, Intuit
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“Developers are free to focus on their tasks from the beginning without having to check boxes for approval or worry about encryption or other security measures. MongoDB helps us accelerate the development process.”
Omar Santos
Distinguished engineer, Cisco
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“We credit MongoDB as one of our trusted partners behind the scenes for helping SHOPLINE rise up to become Asia’s largest online and offline smart commerce company, adhering to the highest standards of security and compliance as we continue to grow and take advantage of new opportunities.”
Ian Chan
Engineering Director, Shopline
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Addressing security vulnerabilities

MongoDB prioritizes security by encouraging prompt reporting of vulnerabilities through its bug bounty program, protecting its products and users.

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MongoDB Atlas Shared Responsibility Model

Learn how security and operational responsibilities are shared between MongoDB and its customers in the Atlas Shared Responsibility Model.

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MongoDB privacy hub

Explore MongoDB’s approach to data protection, including documentation and FAQs on compliance with GDPR and other privacy laws.

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Build with confidence on a secure foundation

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MongoDB Atlas

An integrated suite of cloud database and data services to accelerate and simplify how developers build with data.

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MongoDB Atlas for Government

Meet the security and privacy requirements of the U.S. government and agencies with a dedicated FedRAMP® Moderate Authorized environment.

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Build with confidence on a secure foundation

MongoDB delivers built-in security, customizable guardrails, and a trusted architecture to help meet regulatory requirements and protect data.
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PROTECT DATA CONFIDENTLY:
  • Built-in security controls
  • Customizable guardrails
  • Advanced encryption
  • Faster delivery
  • Built on trusted tech