Who is Software
Escrow for?
With Software Escrow, the developer and the client benefit equally.
The source code of software, certain data, technologies and documents are the trade secret of the developer and are not accessible to the client.
If this software or data is deposited with swissEscrow, the client gets access to it when predefined conditions are met.
For the developer
Using Software Escrow gives the developer several strong selling points:
For the client
Using Software Escrow gives the client an insurance policy against the possible failure of the developer:
We accompany you from A to Z.
Every project is unique, and so are our customers. We respond to our customers’ wishes individually and create tailor-made solutions for every situation and business relationship.
The terms of the contract are defined.
We work out the terms of the contract together with all parties involved.
The data is delivered.
The software developer hands over the source code, the agreed data or the relevant documents to us.
The data is verified.
Our experts carry out a standard verification on the data and documents submitted.
The data is stored securely.
The data submitted is stored on our servers in Switzerland and kept secure.
The data is released if a condition of the contract is met.
If a contractual condition is met, the data will be released under our supervision.
The principle behind escrow data upload
The data centres we use
Location
Infrastructure
Data handling
Security
Certification
We cover the full spectrum of Software Escrow.
Deposit the source code of software, cloud software, Software as a Service (SaaS), third-party technologies and all other important data and documents with swissEscrow.
swissEscrow offers personalised escrow services tailored to your needs.
Source Code Escrow
Business-critical software is a crucial factor in every company. Protect your investment - secure your operations and processes.
SaaS Escrow
Does your business rely on cloud software (Software as a Service, or SaaS)? Saas escrow makes you independent of the provider.
Technology Escrow (intellectual property)
Are there any important third party technologies in use in your company? For example, machine or equipment control data, etc.?
Data and Document Escrow
All other types of data, online or physical, can also be deposited with swissEscrow.
Everything else you need to know...
You can find further questions and answers in our comprehensive FAQs. Our experts will also be happy to advise you personally on all matters relating to Software Escrow.
Where are deposited data and documents stored?
Data submitted online is stored in encrypted form exclusively on servers in data centres located in Switzerland. These data centres meet the highest security standards (daily backups, emergency power backup systems, fail-safe air conditioning, fire extinguishing systems, strict access control and video surveillance).
Software and data can be submitted to swissEscrow online and encrypted. Physical objects (data carriers and documents) are stored securely in the vault of a Swiss bank.
When are deposited software and documents released again?
In the escrow agreement, the conditions under which data can be released are agreed upon in advance. If the beneficiary requests the release of the data, swissEscrow informs the depositor in advance.
Who monitors the content of the deposited objects?
The depositor and the beneficiary are alone responsible for the content of the deposited objects (data carriers, documents, etc.). In the case of software and document escrow, swissEscrow subjects the data carrier or source code or the documents to a standard check (plausibility, virus check, etc.).
It is possible for the beneficiary to monitor or check the delivery of the software or data on site at swissEscrow.
Who is behind swissEscrow?
swissEscrow is a service of swissEscrow GmbH, 8633 Wolfhausen ZH, Switzerland.
swissEscrow combines sound expertise on fiduciary and legal matters. We offer professional and individual services in the field of source code, cloud software, technology, data and document escrow.
Clearly defined values are important to us: Security, independence and neutrality, ethical business practices, service quality, customer focus, discretion - robust services of high quality.
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