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DPDP vs GDPR: Key Differences Businesses Must Know

A practical comparison of India’s DPDP Act and Europe’s GDPR for Indian businesses, startups, data teams, and privacy leaders.

Overview

DPDP vs GDPR: Key Differences Businesses Must Know

Understand the key differences between India's DPDP Act and GDPR, and what Indian businesses should do to prepare for privacy compliance.

This guide is designed to help Indian businesses move from awareness to practical execution.

Checklist

Key Action Areas

Map personal data flows
Review consent and notices
Assess vendor and processor risks
Define retention and deletion rules
Embed privacy-by-design controls
Prepare breach and grievance workflows

Roadmap

Practical Implementation Path

Step 1

Discover Data Flows

Step 2

Identify Gaps

Step 3

Implement Controls

Step 4

Monitor & Improve

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