Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the questions people ask most in their first weeks.
Does the EU AI Act apply to us if we're not in the EU?
Yes, if you put AI on the EU market or its output is used in the EU. A company in Nairobi or New York that sells an AI hiring tool to a German employer is covered. See Who the AI Act applies to.
We only use tools like ChatGPT. Do we need to do anything?
Yes, but probably not much. Since 2 February 2025, organisations using AI at work must take measures to support their staff's AI literacy (Article 4). You should also know which tools are used and for what, because using a general tool for a high-risk purpose (such as screening CVs) brings high-risk duties. See Guide for small teams.
When do the high-risk rules start?
For AI used in areas like hiring, credit, education and essential services (Annex III): 2 December 2027. For AI built into regulated products (Annex I): 2 August 2028. These dates were set by the Digital Omnibus on AI. Transparency duties apply earlier. See Key dates.
Is V77 Trust's classification legally binding?
No. It applies the rules of Article 6 and Annex III to your answers and shows its reasoning, so you can check it. The legal responsibility for the classification stays with you. For borderline cases, get legal advice.
Can our auditor use V77 Trust?
Yes. Invite them with the Auditor role. They can see everything and comment, but can't change anything. The Auditor workspace brings scope, controls, evidence and sign-off together.
Where is our data stored?
See Security and data protection.
Can we connect our own tools?
Yes. The public API lets you sync your inventory, upload evidence from pipelines, report incidents and block releases that aren't ready. Webhooks tell your systems when things change. See the developer documentation.
How do I get help?
Email contact@v77trust.com. For API questions, email developers@v77trust.com.