Core Security Principles
Our architecture is built on zero-trust principles, immutable storage, and defense-in-depth strategies tailored for long-term digital preservation.
End-to-End Encryption
All data in transit uses TLS 1.3 with strict cipher suites. At rest, content is encrypted using AES-256-GCM with customer-managed KMS keys and automated key rotation.
Zero-Trust Access Control
Role-based access control (RBAC) with mandatory MFA, just-in-time privileged access, and continuous session validation for all internal and partner systems.
Immutable Archive Storage
Captured webpages are written to WORM-compliant storage with cryptographic hash verification (SHA-256), ensuring tamper-proof preservation across decades.
Continuous Monitoring
24/7 SOC operations with SIEM integration, anomaly detection, automated threat hunting, and real-time alerting for infrastructure and application layers.
Compliance & Certifications
We maintain alignment with global data protection regulations and industry security standards to ensure lawful, ethical archival operations.
SOC 2 Type II
Annual independent audits validating security, availability, and confidentiality controls.
ISO 27001:2022
Internationally recognized ISMS framework for systematic information risk management.
GDPR
Full compliance with EU data protection regulations, including Data Processing Agreements (DPAs).
CCPA / CPRA
California privacy rights honored, including opt-out mechanisms and data portability workflows.
Accessibility (WCAG 2.1 AA)
Archive interfaces and documentation meet international accessibility standards.
DMCA / Copyright
Robust takedown procedures and proactive copyright filtering for preserved content.
Data Handling & Privacy
Transparent policies governing how web content, user metadata, and system logs are collected, processed, stored, and retired.
| Data Category | Purpose | Retention | Processing Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archived Web Content | Digital preservation & public access | Indefinite (immutable) | US-East, EU-West (region-locked) |
| User Account Data | Authentication, billing, support | Active + 24 months post-termination | Primary cloud region |
| System & Access Logs | Security monitoring & compliance | 12 months (encrypted) | Isolated audit vault |
| Crawler Metadata | Indexing, deduplication, integrity checks | Linked to archived content | Processing clusters (ephemeral) |
| Analytics & Telemetry | Service improvement & performance | 90 days (aggregated) | Third-party partners (contracted) |
Incident Response & Transparency
Structured protocols ensure rapid detection, containment, and communication in the event of a security incident.
Detection & Triage (≤ 1 Hour)
Automated SIEM alerts and manual SOC analysis trigger immediate triage. Severity classification determines response level.
Containment & Eradication (≤ 4 Hours)
Isolation of affected systems, credential rotation, threat removal, and integrity verification of archive storage layers.
Notification & Disclosure (≤ 24 Hours)
Regulatory bodies, affected customers, and partners notified per legal requirements. Public status page updated with verified facts.
Recovery & Post-Incident Review
System restoration from verified backups, vulnerability patching, and comprehensive post-mortem published within 30 days.
Third-Party Validation & Responsible Disclosure
Independent verification and community-driven security testing strengthen our defensive posture.
Penetration Testing
Annual comprehensive pentests by accredited firms (OSCP/OSCE certified). Quarterly external network scans and internal logic testing. Reports available under NDA.
Bug Bounty Program
We partner with HackerOne to reward ethical researchers for valid vulnerability reports. Scope includes web applications, APIs, and archival interfaces.
Security Contact & Disclosure
Report vulnerabilities, request compliance documentation, or discuss enterprise security requirements.
Get in Touch
- 📧 Email: security@1990webarchive.com
- 🔑 PGP Key: 8F3A 9B2C E1D4 7F6A 0B92
- 📋 Compliance Docs: Request Pack (PDF)
- ⏱️ Response Time: ≤ 24 hours for critical reports
- 📜 Policy: We follow coordinated disclosure and will not pursue legal action against good-faith researchers.
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