AI Acceptable Use Policy
A ai acceptable use policy template defining what staff may and may not do with generative AI tools, covering approved tools, data restrictions and output verification, aligned to ISO 27001, NIST CSF, GDPR.
What's Included
1. Purpose & Scope
Objective and tools covered.
2. Approved Tools
Which AI services may be used at all.
3. Data Restrictions
What may never be entered into a prompt.
4. Output Verification
Treating output as a draft, not an answer.
5. Disclosure & Attribution
Being honest about AI involvement.
6. Monitoring & Enforcement
How compliance is checked.
7. Records & Review
Evidence and cadence, given how fast this area moves.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a ai acceptable use policy include?
A comprehensive ai acceptable use policy should include purpose & scope, approved tools, data restrictions, output verification, and more. This template covers 7 key sections aligned to ISO 27001, NIST CSF, GDPR requirements.
Which frameworks require a information security policy?
Major frameworks requiring information security policies include ISO 27001, NIST CSF, GDPR. This template maps directly to their control requirements, making it easier to demonstrate compliance across multiple standards.
How often should a ai acceptable use policy be reviewed?
Best practice is to review your ai acceptable use policy at least annually, or whenever significant changes occur in your organisation, technology environment, or regulatory landscape. Most frameworks including ISO 27001 and NIST CSF require documented policy review cycles.
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