Website Audit for Mac

Product snapshot

Website Audit is a free macOS application that scans websites for alignment with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the recommendations issued by the European Data Protection Board (EDPB). It’s aimed at site owners, developers, and companies that need a practical way to verify privacy compliance. The app offers a straightforward interface where you paste a site address and receive a structured compliance report.

How it works

After you enter a URL, Website Audit crawls the public pages and examines elements related to data protection. The output includes clear findings and prioritized recommendations so you can address issues quickly. Reports are written in plain language, making them useful for technical teams and non-technical stakeholders alike.

Compliance checks performed

• Privacy notice and policy conformance — verifies that the site’s privacy statements are present, accurate, and reflect actual processing activities.
• Transparency of processing activities — inspects how clearly the site explains what personal data is collected and why it’s used.
• Consent capture and management — reviews cookie banners, consent records, and mechanisms for obtaining and revoking consent.

Key advantages

Website Audit helps reduce legal exposure by highlighting gaps in GDPR adherence and suggesting corrective steps. It also supports better user relationships by showing you where privacy disclosures or consent flows can be improved to increase trust.

Alternatives and resources

• CheatSheet — free, concise guidance that summarizes GDPR essentials and common fixes.
• Other privacy scanners and compliance platforms — consider options that offer multi-platform support if you need Windows or cloud-based tools.
• Official EDPB guidance and national supervisory authority pages — use these primary sources when you need authoritative interpretations.

Who should use it

This tool is useful for webmasters, internal privacy teams, freelance developers, and small to medium businesses that host or operate websites and want a quick, Mac-native way to check GDPR-related issues.