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# 3.4 Selective Disclosure and View Keys

Xera incorporates mechanisms for controlled transparency without compromising default confidentiality. View keys grant read-only access to shielded balances and transaction histories, allowing auditors, accountants, or counterparties to verify specific information. Importantly, view keys do not grant spending authority, ensuring that confidentiality and safety remain intact.

Use cases include:

* business auditing and financial reporting,
* tax and compliance workflows,
* selective disclosure to counterparties,
* integration with external accounting tools.

This model ensures that transparency is always voluntary and cryptographically constrained, reinforcing user autonomy while enabling legitimate visibility when required.


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