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 Hotels & Hospitality?

Common violations include: Retaining physical or digital copies of guest Aadhaar/passport/ID beyond the legally mandated period without specific, fresh consent., Using guest email addresses or phone numbers collected during booking for unsolicited marketing campaigns or partner promotions without clear opt-in., Inadequate security measures for guest PII, such as unencrypted databases or readily accessible physical copies of IDs at the front desk..

The DPDP Audit Tool

Compliance for Hotels & Hospitality

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Hotels & Hospitality
Liability Check

Hotels process guest IDs, payment details, and booking histories daily. Without strict compliance, every check-in could become a compliance nightmare.

Why Hotels & Hospitality is at Risk

From collecting **Aadhaar, passport, or driver's license copies** at check-in to storing guest preferences, payment details, and Wi-Fi usage logs, hotels are data-rich environments. The DPDP Act requires explicit consent for each specific purpose, strict data retention policies, and robust security. Sharing guest data with third-party booking aggregators, loyalty programs, or marketing partners without proper consent and data processing agreements constitutes a **major violation**. Even CCTV footage of guests is considered personal data.

Common Violations

1.Retaining physical or digital copies of guest Aadhaar/passport/ID beyond the legally mandated period without specific, fresh consent.
2.Using guest email addresses or phone numbers collected during booking for unsolicited marketing campaigns or partner promotions without clear opt-in.
3.Inadequate security measures for guest PII, such as unencrypted databases or readily accessible physical copies of IDs at the front desk.

The Immediate Fix

Audit your guest data collection and retention policies immediately. Implement a clear 'consent-first' mechanism for all marketing communications. Ensure all physical and digital copies of guest IDs are securely stored and purged according to defined retention schedules.