Cloud service providers are legally required to secure customer data by implementing strong encryption, maintaining confidentiality, and enforcing strict access controls. The GDPR also requires that the personal data of EU citizens must be stored within the EU or in countries that offer equivalent data protection, restricting the transfer of data to other regions. To help a company choose a secure cloud provider, a plan should be developed that focuses on relevant laws and regulations, such as GDPR or HIPAA, and provides strong encryption methods for data both at rest and in transit. Assess the effectiveness of the provider's identity and access management systems to protect data. Verify that the provider can store data in locations that meet jurisdictional requirements. Ensure the provider offers comprehensive logging and reporting to support auditing and monitoring. Evaluate the provider's plan for responding to data breaches, ensuring it is clear and well-tested