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 Cloud Storage Processor Audit?

Common violations include: Storing Indian users' **personal data** outside designated Indian cloud regions without explicit DPDP-compliant mechanisms., Weak or misconfigured access controls (e.g., IAM policies) on cloud storage buckets, making data publicly accessible or vulnerable to insider threats., Absence of a **Data Processing Agreement (DPA)** with your cloud provider that specifically addresses DPDP obligations and liability..

The DPDP Audit Tool

Compliance for Cloud Storage Processor Audit

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Cloud Storage Processor Audit
Liability Check

Using cloud storage providers in India? They're Data Processors under DPDP. Any misstep, breach, or non-compliance in their handling of personal data can land *you*, the Data Fiduciary, with direct liability and penalties up to ₹250 Crore.

Why Cloud Storage Processor Audit is at Risk

Don't outsource your risk. While your cloud provider (like AWS, Azure, GCP, or even local players) processes data, you remain fully accountable for its protection under DPDP. This means ensuring your provider meets **reasonable security safeguards**, adheres to data residency rules (especially concerning **cross-border data transfers**), and has robust incident response. The **Data Protection Board** will scrutinize *your* due diligence in selecting and managing these critical vendors, not just their infrastructure.

Common Violations

1.Storing Indian users' **personal data** outside designated Indian cloud regions without explicit DPDP-compliant mechanisms.
2.Weak or misconfigured access controls (e.g., IAM policies) on cloud storage buckets, making data publicly accessible or vulnerable to insider threats.
3.Absence of a **Data Processing Agreement (DPA)** with your cloud provider that specifically addresses DPDP obligations and liability.

The Immediate Fix

First, scrutinize your existing cloud provider contracts. Do you have a DPDP-ready Data Processing Agreement (DPA)? Second, conduct an immediate audit of all your cloud storage configurations (e.g., AWS S3, Azure Blob, Google Cloud Storage) for access controls, encryption, and data residency for personal data.