Use case
Spreadsheet audit & compliance
Updated August 31, 2026
Quick answer
Spreadsheet audit workflows need evidence of what changed between approved versions. Excel Change Log produces visual diffs and shareable read-only links auditors can review without installing desktop software.
How do visual diffs support audit documentation?
Export comparison results or share a link with expiry aligned to your review window. Password-protected links on paid plans reduce the risk of casual forwarding.
How long are comparison files retained?
Paid subscribers keep source files while the subscription is active. Unpaid use is the public demo only — no Free forever account retention.
Are share links indexed by search engines?
Share URLs use unguessable tokens and carry
noindex
signals so customer data does not appear in search results.
Frequently asked questions
Can auditors view diffs without installing Excel add-ins? ▼
Yes. Share links open a browser-based visual diff. Reviewers do not need Excel Change Log accounts or desktop plugins.