Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policy
This BYOD policy explains that your employees are allowed to use their personal smartphones, laptops and/or tablets for work.
Last updated January 13, 2025
Suitable for Australia
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Frequently asked questions
Use this BYOD Policy if:
- You would like to allow your employees to use their personal devices for work;
- You would like to explain to the employee why this policy is put in place and how they should follow it; and
- You would like to have a record of this process in the event of any legal action.
What does the BYOD cover?
- Documents the details about reimbursement and security management ;
- Informs your employees what devices are permitted and what are not permitted; and
- Sets out the liability for the breach of the policy.
Other names for BYOD include:
- Bring Your Own Technology (BYOT);
- BYOD Security Policy; and
- BYOD Agreement.
Further information:
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The Legal Risk Score of a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policy Template is Low
Our legal team have marked this document as low risk considering:
- There is a risk that personal devices might lead to the exposure of confidential company information or loss of data due to inadequate security measures or device mishandling.
- The policy limits IT support for personal devices, which could leave employees without necessary technical assistance, possibly affecting their productivity and device performance.
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