Shadow AI is staff using AI tools — ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini and others — without the board's knowledge or approval. Most UK organisations already have it: a 2025 Microsoft/Censuswide survey found 71% of staff have used unapproved consumer AI.

How does this tool work, and how accurate is it?

It gives an informed, sector- and function-tailored read of where shadow AI is most likely — it is not a detection scan and does not connect to your systems. It estimates likely exposure from your answers so the board knows where to look first.

Is this legal advice?

No. It is a starting point for board discussion. Review it with a qualified person before relying on it.

Do you store my answers?

Your report is generated on request and shown to you. We only capture your details if you ask us to email a copy.

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Find the shadow AI your board can't see

Shadow AI is staff using AI tools the board cannot see — and on UK figures, most organisations already have it. Answer a few questions and we map where unmanaged AI use is most likely across your teams, the data it puts at risk, and a proportionate plan to discover and triage it.

Your sector

What's already in place? (optional)

We have an AI use policyWe provide a sanctioned / enterprise AI toolWe run AI awareness trainingNone of these yet

What data does the organisation handle? (optional)

Personal data of staff or customersSpecial-category data (health, beliefs, biometrics)Data about childrenFinancial or payment data

Organisation size (optional)Anything specific? (optional)

Choose at least one function to continue.

What the board needs to decide

Which functions are most exposed, and is anyone accountable for AI use there?
Is there a sanctioned tool staff can use instead — or does its absence drive shadow use?
Which uses are permitted, which are conditional, and which must stop now?

Frequently asked questions

What is shadow AI?: Shadow AI is staff using AI tools — ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini and others — without the board's knowledge or approval. Most UK organisations already have it: a 2025 Microsoft/Censuswide survey found 71% of staff have used unapproved consumer AI.
How does this tool work, and how accurate is it?: It gives an informed, sector- and function-tailored read of where shadow AI is most likely — it is not a detection scan and does not connect to your systems. It estimates likely exposure from your answers so the board knows where to look first.
Is this legal advice?: No. It is a starting point for board discussion. Review it with a qualified person before relying on it.
Do you store my answers?: Your report is generated on request and shown to you. We only capture your details if you ask us to email a copy.

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