Source: https://atomic-works-test.docs-staging.pageloop.ai/audits/evidences/glossary

# Glossary

# Glossary

This glossary defines key terms used across the **Evidences** section in Sprinto to help you better understand terminology related to uploading, reviewing, and managing audit artefacts.

TermDefinitionEvidenceA file or link that proves a security control or audit requirement has been met. It can be collected automatically, uploaded manually, or generated through workflows or policies.Automated EvidenceEvidence collected by Sprinto’s system via integrations and monitoring. It is read-only and cannot be edited.Workflow EvidenceEvidence generated through checks run on connected platforms like AWS, Google Workspace, or GitHub. This type is also read-only.Evidence RequestedEvidence submitted by users in response to a request created through the Sprinto dashboard. It can be uploaded, reviewed, and archived.Uploaded EvidenceManually added evidence files or links. This is the most flexible evidence type and supports metadata, control mapping, version history, and archiving.Policy EvidenceEvidence automatically generated when a policy is uploaded, approved, or published in Sprinto. It is read-only.Evidence GroupA label or category used to logically group related evidences (e.g. by audit event, department, or framework).Evidence IdentifierA unique, auto-generated code (e.g. EVD-001) assigned to each uploaded evidence file.Evidence Collected DateThe date the evidence was originally generated or obtained. This can be edited manually.Custom FieldsUser-defined metadata fields (e.g. Department, Expiry Date, Type) that help organise and filter evidences.Version HistoryA log of all updates made to a given evidence item, showing previous versions and timestamps.Review RequiredA setting that, when enabled, allows a reviewer to approve or request changes to an evidence file.Archived EvidenceEvidence that has been removed from audit visibility but remains linked to controls. It cannot be edited or updated.Associated ControlsThe specific security or compliance controls that an evidence item is mapped to.Audit RequirementA specific checklist item in an audit that requires proof of compliance, often fulfilled by attaching evidence.