You can set up security policies in a VDR to require two forms identification (such a password and a one-time password sent by mobile device) for someone to access your files. VDRs allow you to restrict access to users after a specified number of days in accordance with the date/time the files were uploaded. You can also decide to notify users whenever their visit access to the files is about expire.

The most common use case for a VDR is due diligence during mergers and acquisitions where multiple parties need to view confidential company documents which would otherwise be difficult to access without the secure, online security provided by a VDR. Other business processes that can benefit from the use of a VDR include capital raising as well as internal audits, reorganization, and.

VDRs are well-liked by venture capitalists, private equity firms and other professionals who handle massive amounts of transactions. They must share vast amounts of data. VDRs are extremely popular with venture capitalists and private equity firms, who typically manage a significant number of transactions at one time and need to share reams of data.

Companies in a growth phase are regularly reviewed by auditors and regulators, who must ensure that the company has crossed every “i” and crossing every “t”. A virtual data room assists companies to keep their information organized, accessible and secure in a way that allows it to be easily reviewed and inspected.