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 # Security Policy
 
-<!-- 
-============================================================================
-TEMPLATE INSTRUCTIONS (delete this block before publishing)
-============================================================================
-Replace all {{PLACEHOLDER}} values with your information:
-  Standards     - Your project name
-  hyperpolymath            - GitHub username or org (e.g., hyperpolymath)
-  standards             - Repository name
-  6759885+hyperpolymath@users.noreply.github.com   - Security contact email
-  [PGP fingerprint not set]  - Your PGP key fingerprint (40 chars, no spaces)
-  {{PGP_KEY_URL}}      - URL to your public PGP key
-  {{WEBSITE}}          - Your website/domain
-  2026     - Current year for copyright
-
-Optional: Remove sections that don't apply (e.g., PGP if you don't use it)
-============================================================================
--->
-
 We take security seriously. We appreciate your efforts to responsibly disclose vulnerabilities and will make every effort to acknowledge your contributions.
 
 ## Table of Contents
@@ -59,19 +41,8 @@ If you cannot use GitHub Security Advisories, you may email us directly:
 | | |
 |---|---|
 | **Email** | 6759885+hyperpolymath@users.noreply.github.com |
-| **PGP Key** | [Download Public Key]({{PGP_KEY_URL}}) |
 | **Fingerprint** | `[PGP fingerprint not set]` |
 
-```bash
-# Import our PGP key
-curl -sSL {{PGP_KEY_URL}} | gpg --import
-
-# Verify fingerprint
-gpg --fingerprint 6759885+hyperpolymath@users.noreply.github.com
-
-# Encrypt your report
-gpg --armor --encrypt --recipient 6759885+hyperpolymath@users.noreply.github.com report.txt
-```
 
 > **⚠️ Important:** Do not report security vulnerabilities through public GitHub issues, pull requests, discussions, or social media.
 
@@ -370,7 +341,6 @@ When using Standards, we recommend:
 
 ## Additional Resources
 
-- [Our PGP Public Key]({{PGP_KEY_URL}})
 - [Security Advisories](https://github.com/hyperpolymath/standards/security/advisories)
 - [Changelog](CHANGELOG.md)
 - [Contributing Guidelines](CONTRIBUTING.md)