Is this a consulting service?

No, this is a free, interactive software tool that calculates your potential liability under the DPDP Act 2023 in 30 seconds. It provides an instant risk score and automated action plan.

What are common DPDP violations in DPDP Audit Before Cloud/Data Center Migration?

Common violations include: Moving personal data to a new region without assessing its DPDP compliance status (e.g., cross-border transfer without adequate safeguards)., Losing the chain of custody or audit trail for personal data during migration, making it impossible to prove DPDP compliance., Failing to update **Data Processor Agreements** (DPAs) with new cloud providers like Azure India or Google Cloud, leaving critical legal gaps..

The DPDP Audit Tool

Compliance for DPDP Audit Before Cloud/Data Center Migration

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DPDP Audit Before Cloud/Data Center Migration
Liability Check

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Migrating to a new cloud region or data center? Every single piece of personal data you move carries DPDP liability. Without proper mapping, you risk losing audit trails, violating cross-border transfer rules, and facing penalties up to ₹250 Crore.

Why DPDP Audit Before Cloud/Data Center Migration is at Risk

Moving your infrastructure, whether to an AWS Mumbai region or an Indian data center in Hyderabad's HITEC City, isn't just an IT task; it's a critical data compliance event. You must identify all **personal data assets** residing on old servers, map their destination, and ensure the new environment meets DPDP security and processing requirements. Neglecting this step can lead to significant issues like non-compliance with **data retention policies**, inability to respond to **Data Principal requests**, and exposing sensitive data during transit or in the new region, especially for any potential **cross-border data flows**.

Common Violations

1.Moving personal data to a new region without assessing its DPDP compliance status (e.g., cross-border transfer without adequate safeguards).
2.Losing the chain of custody or audit trail for personal data during migration, making it impossible to prove DPDP compliance.
3.Failing to update **Data Processor Agreements** (DPAs) with new cloud providers like Azure India or Google Cloud, leaving critical legal gaps.

The Immediate Fix

Before moving a single byte, conduct a comprehensive **Personal Data Inventory and Mapping exercise**. Identify all types of personal data, where it resides, who has access, and its purpose. Use discovery tools to scan your existing infrastructure for personal data, ensuring you know exactly what you're moving and where it's going. This forms the foundation for updating your DPAs and compliance documentation.