Security Guidelines

1. Data Encryption

Use TLS 1.3 or later for all data in transit
Implement AES-256 encryption for data at rest

2. Authentication

Use OAuth 2.0 with OpenID Connect for authentication
Implement multi-factor authentication for admin access

3. Authorization

Implement role-based access control (RBAC)
Use the principle of least privilege

4. API Security

Use API keys and/or JWT tokens for API authentication
Implement rate limiting and request throttling

5. Monitoring and Logging

Set up centralized logging with tamper-evident logs
Implement real-time monitoring and alerting for security events

6. Compliance

Ensure GDPR compliance for handling personal data
Implement data retention and deletion policies

7. Secure Development

Follow OWASP secure coding practices
Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing

8. Incident Response

Develop and maintain an incident response plan
Conduct regular drills to test the incident response process

9. Third-Party Security

Perform security assessments of all third-party integrations
Regularly review and update third-party components

10. Physical Security

Implement physical security measures for servers and infrastructure
Use secure, accredited data centers