# Security SteakHut has been built around the safety and security of the protocol and user assets. Nonetheless, it is vital to acknowledge that inherent risks are associated with interacting with any decentralized finance (DeFi) smart contracts. We pride ourselves on ensuring that relevant code audits are completed both internally and through external parties to ensure peace of mind. These audits are performed to ensure the integrity of our protocol and to mitigate potential risks. ### **Exercising Caution** We strongly advise users to exercise caution and to operate within their individual risk frameworks when engaging with the SteakHut platform. As with any DeFi platform, it is crucial to be informed, vigilant, and responsible in your interactions. ### *Disclaimer* *The SteakHut Finance protocol is provided "as is" and should be used at your own discretion and risk. There are no warranties, express or implied, accompanying the use of the SteakHut Finance protocol. Neither the developers nor any entity involved in the creation of SteakHut Finance will be held liable for any claims or damages arising from your use, inability to use, or interactions with other users of the SteakHut Finance protocol.* *This disclaimer extends to all types of damages, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, special, exemplary, punitive, or consequential damages. It also covers potential losses of profits, cryptocurrencies, tokens, or any other valuable assets.* *Your engagement with the SteakHut Finance protocol signifies your acceptance of these terms and your understanding of the associated risks. It is essential to proceed with caution, conduct thorough research, and consider your individual risk tolerance when participating in the DeFi ecosystem.* --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://whitepaper.steakhut.finance/steakhut-platform/security.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.