diff --git a/.claude/CLAUDE.md b/.claude/CLAUDE.md
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--- a/.claude/CLAUDE.md
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@@ -12,6 +12,7 @@
 
 - **NEVER** use code regions: If complexity suggests regions, refactor for better readability
 - **CRITICAL**: new encryption logic should not be added to this repo.
+  - If significant encryption related logic is added or changed, make sure @bitwarden/team-key-management-dev is aware of the PR
 - **NEVER** send unencrypted vault data to API services
 - **NEVER** commit secrets, credentials, or sensitive information.
 - **NEVER** log decrypted data, encryption keys, or PII