Achieve full compliance with India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023. From data audits and privacy policies to breach response and consent management — we cover it all.
The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act) represents a paradigm shift in India's data protection landscape. For the first time, Indian law provides a comprehensive framework for the processing of digital personal data, imposing strict obligations on data fiduciaries — any entity that determines the purpose and means of processing personal data. Non-compliance can result in penalties of up to ₹250 crore, making DPDP Act compliance a critical business imperative for every organization handling personal data in India.
At CyberWakil, we offer end-to-end DPDP Act compliance services designed to help organizations of all sizes — from startups to large enterprises — achieve and maintain compliance with the new law. Our approach is pragmatic, risk-based, and tailored to your specific business operations. We do not offer one-size-fits-all templates; every compliance roadmap we design is based on a thorough assessment of your data processing activities, organizational structure, and industry-specific requirements.
The compliance journey begins with a comprehensive Data Mapping and Audit. Our team works with your stakeholders to identify all categories of personal data you collect, the purposes for which it is processed, the consent mechanisms in place, the third parties with whom data is shared, and the technical and organizational measures implemented for data protection. This audit forms the foundation of your compliance roadmap and helps identify gaps that need immediate remediation.
Based on the audit findings, we develop a customized compliance framework that includes: a DPDP-compliant Privacy Policy and Notice, robust Consent Management mechanisms (including mechanisms for withdrawal of consent, notice in multiple languages where required, and age verification for children's data), Data Retention and Erasure policies, Data Breach Response and Notification protocols, Data Principal Rights Request handling procedures, and Data Processor Agreements and binding contractual clauses for third-party data sharing.
Our services extend beyond documentation to operational implementation. We help you set up the technical and organizational measures required by the DPDP Act — including data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) for high-risk processing activities, data security safeguards (encryption, access controls, pseudonymization), and a data breach response team capable of notifying the Data Protection Board within the mandated timeframe. We also assist in appointing a Data Protection Officer (DPO) where required and training your staff on DPDP compliance obligations.
For organizations that process significant volumes of personal data or engage in high-risk processing activities, we provide ongoing compliance monitoring and advisory services. This includes periodic compliance audits, regulatory update bulletins as the DPDP Act's rules are finalized and enforced, representation before the Data Protection Board in case of complaints or investigations, and assistance with cross-border data transfer compliance once the designated countries list is notified under Section 16 of the Act.
The DPDP Act is already in force. With rules being finalized and enforcement expected soon, there is no time to waste. Contact CyberWakil today for a preliminary DPDP compliance assessment. Our data privacy experts will help you understand your obligations, assess your current compliance posture, and build a practical roadmap to full compliance before the enforcement machinery kicks into gear.
What sets our data privacy & dpdp compliance service apart
Comprehensive identification and documentation of all personal data processing activities, data flows, and third-party sharing arrangements across your organization.
DPDP-compliant privacy policies, consent notices, data retention schedules, breach response protocols, and data principal rights handling procedures.
Implementation of robust consent collection, recording, and withdrawal mechanisms including age verification and multilingual notice compliance.
Data breach detection, containment, notification, and reporting protocols compliant with DPDP Act timelines and Data Protection Board requirements.
Data Protection Impact Assessments for high-risk processing, vendor risk assessments, and remediation planning for identified gaps.
Periodic compliance audits, regulatory monitoring, staff training, DPO services, and representation before the Data Protection Board.
Find answers to common queries about our data privacy & dpdp compliance service
The DPDP Act applies to all entities (data fiduciaries) that process digital personal data within India, regardless of size or sector. It also applies to entities outside India if they process personal data related to offering goods or services to individuals in India. There are limited exemptions for certain government functions, research, and employment-related processing. If you handle any personal data of Indian residents, you likely need to comply.
Penalties under the DPDP Act are significant and scaled based on the severity of the breach. For material violations — such as failure to implement security safeguards or breach notification requirements — penalties can reach up to ₹250 crore. Lesser violations may attract penalties of up to ₹50 crore or a prescribed percentage of global turnover. The Data Protection Board has the authority to impose these penalties after a notice and hearing process.
The DPDP Act requires appointment of a DPO where the Data Protection Board prescribes such requirement based on the volume and nature of processing. While the specific thresholds are yet to be notified, it is best practice for organizations processing significant volumes of sensitive personal data to voluntarily appoint a DPO. We can advise on whether your organization requires a DPO and assist in the appointment process.
The timeline depends on your current compliance posture, the complexity of your data processing activities, and the size of your organization. For a small to medium business with moderate data processing, full compliance can typically be achieved in 4-8 weeks. Large enterprises with complex data ecosystems may require 3-6 months for comprehensive compliance. We provide a detailed timeline after our initial data mapping audit.
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