PropTech & Real Estate Tech
Liability Check
PropTech firms managing tenant screening data, biometric access logs, and smart home sensor data face heightened DPDP scrutiny and severe penalties.
Why PropTech & Real Estate Tech is at Risk
PropTech platforms collecting KYC for rentals, managing biometric access for co-working spaces in Bengaluru tech parks, or integrating smart home solutions gather vast amounts of **Sensitive Personal Data**. Storing tenant profiles, lease agreements, and payment histories without proper **Consent Management** and purpose limitation exposes firms to significant liability. DPDP demands clear consent for every data use, making the traditional ‘blanket consent’ in rental agreements obsolete. The penalties for non-compliance can reach ₹250 Crore.
Common Violations
- 1.Storing tenant Aadhaar/ID copies beyond the initial verification purpose without separate, explicit consent.
- 2.Sharing tenant contact information or preferences with third-party vendors (e.g., packers & movers, interior designers) for cross-selling without explicit opt-in.
- 3.Collecting biometric data (fingerprint, facial recognition for access) in residential or co-working spaces without clear, granular consent and a documented purpose.
The Immediate Fix
Conduct a comprehensive audit of all tenant and property owner data currently stored across your platforms. Specifically, identify all instances where **Aadhaar copies** or **biometric data** are collected and ensure explicit, granular consent is in place for each specific processing purpose. Revise all rental agreements and platform Terms & Conditions to reflect new DPDP consent requirements.
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