Published 02/29/2024

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Abstract
The article deals with issues related to the study of the genesis of the organization of work with secret documents in Ukraine.
The analysis of various historical periods of our country is carried out, which most clearly emphasize the importance of working with documents for the development of statehood in Ukraine and the formation of work with secret documents.
The reasons for the appearance of secret documents related to the differentiation of the information contained in them, taking into account the importance and possible negative consequences of their open use, are considered. And also in this regard, the phased introduction of a system of security measures aimed at protecting classified information contained in documents.
According to the results of the study, a number of important components that have significantly influenced the modern organization of work with secret documents in Ukraine have been identified.
Key words: secret documents, secret information, state secret.