Shadow IT - Do You Know Where Your Data Goes?

Shadow IT is when people at work use apps, software, browser extensions, AI tools, or file-sharing methods that haven’t been approved by the business, often because they are quick, familiar, or solve a problem fast. The risk is that sensitive information can end up in places the company can’t properly control, monitor, or delete, like personal accounts, free tools, or services with unclear security and retention. That can lead to accidental data leaks, compliance headaches, and a mess when someone leaves the business. Downloading our Shadow IT Checklist helps you quickly uncover what tools are being used, spot the highest-risk behaviour in minutes, and decide what to approve, control, or replace, without blaming employees for trying to get their jobs done.