Balancing openness and sensitivity in archaeological data: European frameworks and digital heritage management

The digitalization of archaeological research has intensified the need to align open data principles with the ethical and legal frameworks for handling sensitive information. This work explores how the current EU frameworks address these tensions and examines their implementation through recent heritage projects. We focus on two case studies: the EU-funded ARGUS project and the SHAReLAND project at Roma Tre University. Among their objectives is the effort to balance openness with data protection. The paper highlights the importance of shared standards and cross-platform integration in building inclusive data infrastructures for cultural heritage.