Shadow AI · Tool risk profile

Manus.

by Manus · agent · Verified April 19, 2026

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Base risk

4.2/ 5

LowMediumHighCritical

New entrant generating buzz in 2025; agents can perform multi-step tasks. Limited governance maturity.

Tier comparison

Same logo. Very different risks.

  • Free

    high
    Trains on inputs
    Yes
    Retention
    unlimited days
    SSO
    No
    Admin controls
    No

  • Paid · consumer

    high
    Trains on inputs
    Yes
    Retention
    unlimited days
    SSO
    No
    Admin controls
    No

  • Enterprise · team

    medium
    Trains on inputs
    No
    Retention
    90 days
    SSO
    No
    Admin controls
    No

No alternatives flagged for this tool yet. The research team adds them as safer drop-in replacements surface in the registry.

FAQ

Questions teams ask about Manus.

Is Manus safe to use with company data?

Match the tier to the data type — consumer tiers are usually unsuitable for regulated data; enterprise tiers with SSO and no-training contracts are the minimum for most corporate use.

Does Manus offer SSO?

SSO support varies by tier — check the tier comparison above.

How does this tool appear in shadow AI audits?

Manus typically shows up via MANUS * and manus.im traffic. Use a CASB to surface it if you suspect shadow use.

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