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SOC 2 Type 1 vs Type 2: The Differences Explained
ComplyStack Legal Team
5 min read
March 2026
Understand the differences between SOC 2 Type 1 and Type 2 reports. Learn which one you need to close deals with larger customers.
A Type 1 report describes systems at a point in time, while Type 2 evaluates those systems over a period (usually 6-12 months). Most enterprises require Type 2, but starting with Type 1 can provide a quick win for early-stage sales.