Guardian PrCB is the Product Certification Body of Guardian Assessment Pvt. Ltd., operating as an independent third-party certification body under ISO/IEC 17065:2012. We operate the Guardian SecureApp™ certification scheme — providing credible, standards-based attestation for web applications, SaaS platforms and APIs/microservices. All services are conducted under the Guardian SecureApp™ Scheme Rules (GSA-PR-01). Our accreditation with the United Accreditation Foundation (UAF) — currently under process.
About the Guardian SecureApp™ Scheme
Scheme objectives, legal identity of Guardian Assessment Pvt. Ltd., what certification means and does not guarantee, target stakeholders, and compatibility with ISO 27001, SOC 2 and PCI DSS.
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Scope, Modules and Assurance Levels
Module A – Web Application Security, Module B – SaaS / Multi-Tenant Platform Security, Module C – API / Microservices Security. Three assurance levels: Basic, Enhanced and High. Evaluation based on OWASP ASVS, OWASP API Security Top 10 and NIST frameworks.
Know MoreCertification Process
8-stage lifecycle — Application Review, Technical Evaluation, Nonconformity Management, Technical Review, Certification Decision, Certificate Issuance, Annual Surveillance and 3-Year Recertification. Covers eligibility, how to apply and suspension or withdrawal.
Know MoreRights, Duties and Mark Usage
Rights of applicants and certified clients, client obligations throughout the certification cycle, change reporting requirements, and permitted and prohibited use of the Guardian SecureApp™ certificate and certification mark.
Know MoreFees and Financial Information
Fee structure based on module, assurance level and product complexity. Covers application review fee, initial evaluation fee, annual surveillance fee, recertification fee, special evaluation fee, payment terms and refund policy.
Know MoreComplaints and Appeals
Any interested party may raise a complaint or appeal at no charge. Covers who can complain, what can be complained about, how to submit, the handling process with defined timeframes and the independent appeals procedure under GSA-PR-12.
Know MoreImpartiality, Governance and Confidentiality
Formal impartiality commitment, governance structure (Board, Scheme Manager, Certification Decision Maker, Impartiality Committee, Quality Manager), conflict of interest controls, non-discrimination policy and confidentiality obligations for client information.
Know MoreGuardian SecureApp™ Product Certification Scheme Rules
The formal Scheme Rules document (GSA-PR-01 Annex A) — defining how Guardian evaluates and certifies digital products, the conditions for using the certificate and mark, public directory operation, and governance of the Scheme under ISO/IEC 17065.
Know MoreGSA Mark Usage Guide
Rules for certified clients on permitted and prohibited use of the Guardian SecureApp™ certification mark (GSA-MUG-01). Covers required accompanying information, digital and print usage, and consequences of misuse including suspension or withdrawal.
Know MoreGSA Applicant Guide
Step-by-step guide for first-time applicants (GSA-AG-01) — covering eligibility criteria, how to select the right module(s) and assurance level, what documents to prepare, and what to expect at each stage of the application and certification process.
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Check the authenticity and current validity of a product certificate issued under the Guardian SecureApp™ Scheme.
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PrCB Service Enquiries: guardianassessment@gmail.com
Office Address: 812, B Wing, Samartha Aishwarya, Lokhandwala Road, Andheri