> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://hoopdev-fix-add-missing-mechanic-for-session-download-button.mintlify.site/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Reviews Overview

> Add an intelligent security layer with real-time command reviews and just-in-time access controls

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Hoop.dev's Reviews feature adds a powerful security mechanism between your teams and critical infrastructure. Through two distinct review modes - Command and Just-in-Time Reviews - organizations can implement an additional protective barrier that validates access and operations while maintaining team productivity. This security layer acts as a gatekeeper, ensuring that every critical command and access request is properly vetted before execution.

## Types of Reviews

### Command Reviews

Command Reviews provide real-time oversight of commands before execution, ensuring that potentially risky operations are properly vetted. This feature is ideal for:

* High-risk command execution
* Compliance requirements
* Training and mentoring junior team members
* Maintaining operational safety

### Just-in-Time Reviews

Just-in-Time Reviews enable time-based access control, allowing temporary elevated access to resources. This approach is perfect for:

* Temporary access needs
* Break-glass scenarios
* Controlled privileged access
* Reducing standing permissions

## Key Benefits

* **Enhanced Security**: Multiple layers of protection for your infrastructure
* **Compliance**: Meet regulatory requirements with comprehensive review trails
* **Flexibility**: Choose between command-level and time-based reviews
* **Efficiency**: Streamlined approval workflows that don't impede productivity
* **Audit Trail**: Complete documentation of all review decisions and access grants

## Common Use Cases

**Production Safeguards**

* Review critical commands before execution
* Prevent accidental modifications
* Ensure proper change management

**Access Management**

* Grant temporary elevated access
* Control privileged operations
* Manage emergency access procedures

**Team Collaboration**

* Knowledge sharing through review process
* Training opportunities for team members
* Collective responsibility for infrastructure changes

## How It Works

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  <Step title="Choose the appropriate review type for your use case">
    Determine whether Command Reviews or Just-in-Time Reviews best fit your needs.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Configure review groups and connection policies">
    Access [users management page](https://use.hoop.dev/organization/users) to set up the necessary review groups and define the policies that will govern on your connections.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Set up notifications and integrations">
    Configure notifications and integrate with tools like Slack, Microsoft Teams, or email to keep reviewers informed.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Monitor and adjust based on team feedback">
    Continuously monitor the review process and make adjustments based on feedback from your team to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
  </Step>
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## Integration with Other Features

Reviews work seamlessly with other Hoop.dev security features:

* **Guardrails**: Additional layer of protection through policy enforcement
* **Session Recording**: Complete audit trail of reviewed actions
* **Access Control**: Granular permission management

## Getting Started

Choose the appropriate review type for your use case and configure review groups or policies to set up notifications and integrations.

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  <Card title="Command Reviews" icon="square-terminal" href="/learn/features/reviews/command-reviews">
    Real-time command review and approval workflow for enhanced security. Perfect for high-risk operations, compliance requirements, and team training.

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    **Go to Command Reviews** <Icon icon="arrow-right" />
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  <Card title="Just-in-Time Reviews" icon="clock" href="/learn/features/reviews/jit-reviews">
    Time-based access control for temporary elevated permissions. Ideal for break-glass scenarios and controlled privileged access management.

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    **Go to Just-in-Time Reviews** <Icon icon="arrow-right" />
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