# Compliance Reference — xwnode (REF_11_COMP)

**Library:** exonware-xwnode  
**Last Updated:** 07-Feb-2026  
**Requirements source:** [REF_01_REQ.md](REF_01_REQ.md) sec. 4  
**Producing guide:** [GUIDE_11_COMP.md](../../docs/guides/GUIDE_11_COMP.md)

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## Purpose

Compliance stance and standards for xwnode. Filled from REF_01_REQ sec. 4. Per GUIDE_11_COMP, compliance packages and evidence live under `docs/compliance/` when applicable.

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## Current stance (from REF_01_REQ sec. 4)

| Area | Stance |
|------|--------|
| **Regulatory/standards** | No standard in mind for this version; developed with highest standards in mind; will review when we reach a version that requires the MARS standard. |
| **Security & privacy** | Same: no specific requirements for this version; will review at MARS version. |
| **Certifications/evidence** | Same: none for this version; will review when MARS version. |

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## Mars Standard alignment

- **Current version:** No MARS requirement; keep as is per REF_01_REQ.
- **Later (MARS version):** Compliance review at that time.

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## Traceability

- **Requirements:** [REF_01_REQ.md](REF_01_REQ.md) sec. 4  
- **Architecture:** [REF_13_ARCH.md](REF_13_ARCH.md)  
- **Planning:** [REF_21_PLAN.md](REF_21_PLAN.md)

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*Per GUIDE_11_COMP. When external standards or certifications apply, add compliance packages under docs/compliance/ and evidence per the guide.*
