safeguards
n. countable B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈseɪfˌɡɑɹdz// UK //sˈeɪfɡɑːdz// safe·guards
n. rules or systems that protect people or things from danger or mistakes. You use them to make sure a process stays safe and fair.
n. measures, rules, or procedures intended to prevent injury, loss, or misuse. Often refers to legal or technical protections within a system.
The bank has strong safeguards to protect your money.
The new law includes several safeguards to ensure that personal data is not shared without permission.
While the technology offers significant benefits, experts argue that robust ethical safeguards must be implemented to prevent the algorithm from reinforcing existing social biases.
Usage
Usually used in the plural form when referring to a set of protections.