FileAudit
7.2#7 in file integrity monitoring softwareAndroidiOSWebSelf-hosted
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PA File Sight
7.7#4 in file integrity monitoring softwareFrom $30 a monthAndroidiOSWebAPI
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| Fact | FileAudit | PA File Sight |
|---|---|---|
| Compliance | Its structured reports are described as supporting frameworks and standards including GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001, and PCI-DSS. | The vendor says file access auditing can help meet requirements including HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOX, GLBA, FISMA, ISO 27001/27002, and NIST standards. |
| Headquarters | Biarritz, France | Shawnee, Kansas, USA |
| Purpose | FileAudit monitors, alerts on, and reports file and folder access events across Windows file servers and supported cloud storage. | PA File Sight provides file integrity monitoring, ransomware protection, data loss prevention, and file access auditing. |
| Support | The pricing page lists full phone, chat, and email support among the features. | The vendor lists support by email at [email protected] and by phone at +1 (800) 401-2339. |
| System requirements | The requirements page lists Windows Server 2012 R2 or later and Windows 8.1 or later, with .NET Framework 4 required. | Central and satellite components require 64-bit Windows; supported clients include Windows 8 through 11 and supported Windows Server releases through 2025. |
FileAudit plans
- Team€28
- Small€48
- Medium€80
- EnterprisePriced on request
PA File Sight plans
- PA File Sight Endpoint — perpetual$20, paid once
- PA File Sight Endpoint perpetual$20, paid once
- PA File Sight Ultra — subscription (1–9 devices)$30 a month
- PA File Sight Ultra subscription$30 a month
- PA File Sight Lite perpetual$199, paid once
- PA File Sight Lite — perpetual (1–9 servers)$199, paid once
Pick FileAudit if…
It suits organizations auditing Windows file servers and selected cloud storage for access events, permissions, and compliance reporting. It is intended for teams able to configure Windows auditing and cloud administrator access.
Pick PA File Sight if…
PA File Sight suits organizations that need on-premises file monitoring, access auditing, or ransomware and data-loss controls. Its auditing may help organizations address listed compliance requirements such as HIPAA, PCI DSS, and SOX.