ValuAdder Business Valuation Blog

When it comes to business valuation software, trust isn’t just about accurate results. It’s also about knowing your data and your transactions are secure. At ValuAdder, we have built our reputation not only on delivering world-class valuation tools, but also on setting a higher bar for customer security.

Here’s how we stand out:

Enterprise Grade Code Signing and Independent Notarization

Every copy of ValuAdder software is digitally signed using Extended Validation (EV) Code Signing Certificates – the same high-trust standard used by major financial institutions for their own apps.

Verified identity

Microsoft requires an exhaustive vetting process before allowlisting our EV certificates. Apple goes one step further by issuing certificates directly through its Apple Developer Program after validating our organization and its leadership.

Tamper protection

Code signing ensures that what you download is exactly what we built. No hidden changes, no malicious add-ons.

Independent notarization

Apple scans every ValuAdder release to confirm it’s free of malware or other threats.

When you launch ValuAdder, your computer automatically checks these signatures through Microsoft SmartScreen and Apple Gatekeeper. In other words, the security muscle of Microsoft and Apple is working on your behalf. That’s a level of trust no typical web-app provider can match.

Your Data Stays With You – Not on Our Servers

One of the biggest risks with online valuation tools is centralization. When sensitive financial data from thousands of businesses sits in one vendor’s databases, it becomes a tempting target for cybercriminals.

ValuAdder is different. You run the software on your own computer, and we do not store or access your valuation data. This means:

  • No aggregated “treasure trove” of sensitive information for hackers to target.
  • You stay in control of your business’s financial details at all times.
  • Each customer remains a low-priority target for attackers, dramatically reducing risk.

PCI DSS Compliance for Payments and Website Security

Security doesn’t stop at the software. The valuadder.com website, our e-commerce system, and payment infrastructure are all independently verified to meet Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS).

Regular independent scans

A Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) reviews our systems against the latest threats.

No card storage

We don’t keep your credit card details. Transactions are handled through industry giants like Authorize.Net and the banks themselves, keeping sensitive data out of reach.

The result? Peace of mind that your payments are protected by the same safeguards trusted across global commerce.

Security That Matches Our Commitment to You

At ValuAdder, security isn’t a buzzword – it’s built into everything we do, from code development to the website to payment processing. By combining industry-leading validation from Microsoft and Apple, a no-data-storage philosophy, and PCI DSS compliance, ValuAdder gives customers unmatched confidence in both their software and their data.

When you choose ValuAdder, you’re not just investing in professional grade business valuation tools. You’re choosing a partner that puts your security first.

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