A structured set of guidelines, policies, and procedures designed to help organizations adhere to regulatory, legal, and industry standards for data security and privacy. In the context of SaaS security, a compliance framework provides a blueprint for managing sensitive data, implementing security controls, and ensuring adherence to requirements such as GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2, or ISO 27001. These frameworks help organizations identify risks, establish accountability, and demonstrate compliance to customers, auditors, and regulators.