# F4.12 Ensure accountability through records controls

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[F4: Reinforce transparency and accountability](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/principles/foundational-principles/f4-reinforce-transparency-accountability.md)
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[SV4 Technical shortcomings](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/risks/risks-to-structural-vulnerabilities.md), [RS4 Lack of recourse](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/risks/risks-to-safety.md)
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[L3: Development](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/life-cycle-stages.md)
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## Practices

> * Embed records management controls such as automatic metadata capture and retention and disposition controls to manage access and mitigate the risk of unlawful tampering and deletion of records.

## Resources

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