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# ACL (Access Control Layer)

> On-chain contract that manages and enforces access control for ciphertexts, ensuring only authorized contracts can reference or decrypt them

| Aspect               | Description                                                                                                            |
| -------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Type**             | Contract deployed on the destination blockchain                                                                        |
| **Function**         | Manages and enforces access control for ciphertexts, ensuring only authorized contracts can reference or decrypt them. |
| **Responsibilities** | An internal contract that is responsible for managing and verifying access for each and every ciphertext.              |