Security you can count on
Your stories are powerful — and protected. Shorthand is built with enterprise-grade security at its core, so you can confidently create, collaborate, and publish without compromise.
Simplified, secure access — at scale
Easily manage who can access your stories with streamlined authentication and automated user controls.
SAML-based Single Sign-On (SSO)
Integrate Shorthand with your organisation’s SSO system. We support providers such as Google, Okta, Auth0, Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory), Centrify, and GitHub.
System for Cross-domain Identity Management (SCIM)
Efficiently manage user identities and automate provisioning across applications with SCIM support — ensuring consistent, secure handling of user data.
Reliable hosting and content delivery
Take total control over where and how your stories are seen with Shorthand's flexible hosting options and secure publishing controls.
Host on your own infrastructure
Align with internal security protocols and maintain full control by publishing directly to your own infrastructure.
SSO for previews
Add an extra layer of security by requiring SSO authentication to view story previews and access unpublished content.
Password-protected publishing
Manage who can see sensitive content by curating tiered access and visibility options using unique links and One-Time Passwords.
Compliance
Shorthand meets international standards for security, privacy, and accessibility — so you can create with complete peace of mind.
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ISO 27001
Publish with confidence. Shorthand’s ISO 27001 certification means your data is protected by globally recognised information security standards.
SOC 2 Type 2
Stronger security, less risk. With SOC 2 Type 2 compliance, you can trust that Shorthand’s systems and operations meet rigorous industry standards for data security and reliability.Accessibility
Deliver content that’s accessible to all. Shorthand is Section 508 compliant and aligned with the latest WCAG standards.Trusted by the world’s leading brands
We had a lot of specific requirements, but the team at Shorthand bent over backwards for us so many times.
All features
Everything you need to tell your story, and more.
Let’s build something beautiful.
Join thousands of storytellers using Shorthand to publish standout visual comms and content. Fast, flexible, and built for scale.