> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://buyswap.gitbook.io/overview/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://buyswap.gitbook.io/overview/security.md). # Security > **Security is the foundation of trust in every decentralized financial ecosystem.** ## Overview BuySwap is designed to operate as a decentralized Prediction ecosystem where transparency, user control, and system reliability are core principles. Because users interact with digital assets, smart contracts, wallets, and AI-powered services, security must be treated as a long-term foundation rather than a single feature. The BuySwap security framework focuses on reducing risk across smart contracts, user funds, platform operations, and ecosystem infrastructure. ## Non-Custodial Design BuySwap is designed around a non-custodial model. Users connect through Web3 wallets and remain in control of their assets. This reduces reliance on centralized fund custody and supports the decentralized nature of the ecosystem. ## Smart Contract Security BuySwap smart contracts are intended to follow best practices for decentralized application development. Security priorities include: * Clear contract logic * Controlled permission management * Transparent transaction execution * Testing before deployment * Future audit processes * Continuous contract monitoring As the ecosystem grows, smart contract audits and external reviews will become an important part of the platform’s security roadmap. ## Data and AI Integrity The AI Prediction Network depends on data accuracy, model reliability, and responsible signal generation. To improve AI integrity, BuySwap aims to build systems that support: * Reliable market data processing * Transparent signal logic * Continuous model improvement * Risk warnings * Probability-based outputs rather than absolute claims AI signals are designed to support decision-making, not guarantee trading outcomes. ## User Responsibility BuySwap provides tools, infrastructure, and AI-powered insights, but users remain responsible for their own trading decisions. Prediction markets involve risk. Users should understand the product, manage capital carefully, and avoid overexposure. ## Security Principles BuySwap security is built around: * User asset control * Smart contract transparency * Risk-aware AI design * Continuous monitoring * Responsible ecosystem growth ## Key Takeaway > **BuySwap treats security as a long-term foundation across smart contracts, user assets, AI systems, and ecosystem infrastructure.** --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://buyswap.gitbook.io/overview/security.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.