# Governance ## Upgradability The smart contracts can be upgraded via a multi-sig. This multi-sig requires signatories from multiple individuals, all of whom are known to the team. ## Pausing the protocol Each vault has a 'pause' mode built-in that can be activated by a limited number of addresses. The goal of the pause function is to protect user funds. When in 'pause' mode, users still have a method to keep their loan healthy as required. When the pause mode is activated, it is not possible to deposit or withdraw collateral, borrow, transfer, or claim rewards. It is still possible to do repay your loan. --- # 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://docs.altitude.fi/smart-contracts/governance.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.