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Quick Answer

Does the DPDP Act 2023 apply to my organisation? The Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 applies to any entity that processes digital personal data of Indian residents, whether the organisation is based in India or outside India. This includes companies that collect data online, process data digitally even if collected offline, and foreign entities serving Indian users. Exemptions apply to personal or domestic use, journalistic purposes, and certain government processing — all other organisations processing Indian personal data must comply.

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DPDP Act 2023 Applicability Checker — Does It Apply to You?

Answer 8 questions and find out in under 2 minutes — with your specific obligation level and next steps.

100% Free No data collected Instant result Enforcement: 13 May 2027

Applicability Assessment

Select the option that best describes your organisation. All questions must be answered.

1
Does your organisation collect, store, or process personal data of individuals?
"Personal data" = any information that can identify a natural person
2
Are the individuals whose data you process primarily located in India?
3
Is your organisation a government body or instrumentality of the State?
Includes ministries, departments, PSUs, and statutory bodies
4
How many individuals' personal data does your organisation process annually (approx)?
5
Do you process sensitive personal data?
Health, financial, biometric, precise location, children's data
6
Do you provide goods or services to individuals in India?
7
Is your organisation incorporated or registered in India?
8
Do you process personal data of children (under 18) or persons with disability?
Please answer all 8 questions before checking your result.
Legal disclaimer: This tool provides a preliminary, high-level assessment based on publicly available information about the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. It does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. DPDP rules and notifications are still being finalized by the Government of India. Please consult a qualified legal professional for advice specific to your situation.