Free ISO 27001 self-assessment

ISO 27001 Gap Analysis: how far are you from certification readiness?

Free ISO 27001 gap analysis covering all 93 Annex A controls. Score your readiness and get a prioritised remediation checklist. Results in under 10 minutes.

Frequently asked questions

What is an ISO 27001 gap analysis and why does my organisation need one?

ISO/IEC 27001:2022 is the international standard for an information security management system (ISMS). It sets out how to manage information security through governance, risk assessment and a set of controls, so that protection is deliberate and reviewed rather than ad hoc.

Is this tool an ISO 27001 audit or certification?

No. This is a free self-assessment based on your own answers. It gives you a readiness signal and highlights gaps. ISO 27001 certification is awarded only by an accredited certification body after a formal external audit. This tool cannot grant, guarantee or substitute for that.

What are the Annex A control themes?

ISO 27001:2022 groups its 93 Annex A controls into four themes: organisational (37 controls), people (8), physical (14) and technological (34). This tool covers all four, plus the governance and risk requirements from the standard's main clauses.

How is my score calculated?

You answer 24 questions across six areas, each scored from 1 (weakest) to 4 (strongest). We normalise your total to a 0 to 100 scale, where all weakest answers score 0 and all strongest answers score 100. There is no hidden floor, so the score reflects your real answers.

What score do I need for ISO 27001 certification?

There is no pass mark in this tool, and a high score here does not mean you are certified. A strong score (76 to 100) suggests you are likely close to certification-ready, but only a formal audit against the full standard can confirm that.

How long does it take?

About five to ten minutes. There are 24 questions, with four plain-language options each. No technical knowledge is needed.

Is this suitable for a small business or charity?

Yes. The questions use plain business language and apply to organisations of any size, including charities and non-profits. ISO 27001 scales to your context, and so does this assessment.

How much does ISO 27001 certification cost, and how long does it take?

It varies by size and scope. Independent UK guides commonly cite first-year costs in the low tens of thousands of pounds and a timeline of roughly six to twelve months for organisations starting fresh. Treat published figures as indicative and get a quote from an accredited body for your situation.

Does ISO 27001 help with UK GDPR?

They are separate but complementary. UK GDPR requires appropriate technical and organisational measures to keep personal data secure (Article 5(1)(f) and Article 32). A well-run ISMS is strong evidence that you are meeting that duty, though ISO 27001 certification is not itself a legal requirement.

What happens to my answers and data?

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