> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.carelane.io/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Security & Compliance

> Data security, access control, and regulatory compliance

Carelane is designed with security and compliance at its core, supporting the requirements of clinical research and healthcare data protection regulations.

## Security & Compliance Overview

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  <Card title="Data Security" icon="shield" href="/security-compliance/data-security">
    How your data is protected.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Access Control" icon="lock" href="/security-compliance/access-control">
    Managing who can access what.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Audit Trails" icon="clock-rotate-left" href="/security-compliance/audit-trails">
    Complete records of all actions.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Regulatory" icon="scale-balanced" href="/security-compliance/regulatory">
    Compliance with regulations.
  </Card>
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## Security Principles

Carelane follows these security principles:

| Principle            | Implementation                 |
| -------------------- | ------------------------------ |
| **Defense in Depth** | Multiple layers of protection  |
| **Least Privilege**  | Minimum necessary access       |
| **Accountability**   | Complete audit trails          |
| **Data Protection**  | Encryption and access controls |

## Key Security Features

| Feature               | Purpose                             |
| --------------------- | ----------------------------------- |
| **Authentication**    | Verify user identity                |
| **Authorization**     | Control access to resources         |
| **Encryption**        | Protect data in transit and at rest |
| **Audit Logging**     | Record all actions                  |
| **Role-Based Access** | Fine-grained permissions            |

## Compliance Frameworks

Carelane supports compliance with:

| Framework          | Coverage                          |
| ------------------ | --------------------------------- |
| **21 CFR Part 11** | Electronic records and signatures |
| **HIPAA**          | Protected health information      |
| **GDPR**           | European data protection          |
| **ICH GCP**        | Good clinical practice            |

## Your Responsibilities

While Carelane provides security features, you are responsible for:

| Area                  | Responsibility                     |
| --------------------- | ---------------------------------- |
| **Access Management** | Appropriate role assignments       |
| **Data Handling**     | Following your policies            |
| **User Training**     | Ensuring users understand security |
| **Incident Response** | Reporting security concerns        |

## Security Best Practices

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  <Accordion title="Strong Authentication">
    Use strong passwords and enable multi-factor authentication.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Regular Access Reviews">
    Periodically review who has access to what.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Principle of Least Privilege">
    Grant only the access needed.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Report Concerns">
    Report any security concerns immediately.
  </Accordion>
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