Security Overview
Learn about Bila’s security infrastructure and practices
Security Overview
At Bila, security is our top priority. We’ve built our platform with a comprehensive security approach that protects your data and transactions at every level. This overview provides insight into our security infrastructure, compliance standards, and the measures we take to ensure the safety of your financial data.
Security Infrastructure
Bila Security Infrastructure
Multi-layered Protection
Our security infrastructure implements multiple layers of protection:
- Network Security: Enterprise-grade firewalls, DDoS protection, and intrusion detection systems
- Application Security: Regular security testing, code reviews, and vulnerability scanning
- Data Security: End-to-end encryption for all sensitive data in transit and at rest
- Operational Security: Strict access controls, audit logging, and continuous monitoring
Compliance and Certifications
Bila maintains compliance with international security standards and regulations:
PCI DSS Level 1
The highest level of certification for payment processing security
ISO 27001
International standard for information security management
GDPR Compliant
Full compliance with European data protection regulations
SOC 2 Type II
Audited controls for security, availability, and confidentiality
Key Security Features
Authentication and Authorization
- Multi-factor Authentication (MFA): Additional security layer beyond passwords
- Role-based Access Control: Granular permissions for team members
- API Key Management: Secure generation, storage, and rotation of API keys
- Session Management: Automatic timeouts and secure session handling
Data Protection
- Encryption: AES-256 encryption for data at rest and TLS 1.3 for data in transit
- Tokenization: Sensitive data is tokenized to minimize exposure
- Data Minimization: We only collect and store essential information
- Secure Data Centers: All data is stored in SOC 2 compliant data centers
Transaction Security
- Real-time Fraud Detection: Advanced algorithms to identify suspicious activities
- Transaction Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of all payment activities
- Secure Processing: End-to-end encryption of payment information
- Dispute Resolution: Secure processes for handling transaction disputes
Security Best Practices
We recommend following these security best practices when using the Bila platform:
- Enable MFA: Always use multi-factor authentication for all user accounts
- Rotate API Keys: Regularly rotate your API keys and revoke unused ones
- Implement Proper Authorization: Use the principle of least privilege for all access
- Monitor Activity: Regularly review logs and set up alerts for suspicious activities
- Keep SDKs Updated: Always use the latest version of our SDKs and libraries
Never share your API secret keys or store them in client-side code or public repositories.
Security Response
Our security team actively monitors for threats and vulnerabilities:
- 24/7 Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of our systems and infrastructure
- Incident Response: Dedicated team ready to respond to security incidents
- Vulnerability Disclosure: Clear process for reporting security vulnerabilities
- Regular Updates: Proactive security patches and updates
Reporting Security Issues
If you discover a security vulnerability, please report it to our security team:
- Email: security@usebila.com
- For sensitive issues, use our PGP key