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 SaaS Vendor Access Audit?

Common violations include: Not having formal **Data Processor Agreements** (DPAs) with all SaaS vendors handling personal data., Failing to conduct periodic reviews of user roles, permissions, and data scope for critical SaaS applications (e.g., HRMS, CRM, analytics tools)., Former employees or contractors retaining active access to SaaS tools containing personal data long after their departure..

The DPDP Audit Tool

Compliance for SaaS Vendor Access Audit

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SaaS Vendor Access Audit
Liability Check

Every SaaS vendor is a potential Data Processor handling your users' personal data. Unauthorized access or a breach on their end means *your company*, the Data Fiduciary, faces up to ₹250 Crore in DPDP penalties for inadequate security.

Why SaaS Vendor Access Audit is at Risk

Your responsibilities as a **Data Fiduciary** don't end when you outsource data processing to a SaaS vendor. Under DPDP, you are accountable for their compliance too. Imagine your CRM, HRMS, or marketing automation tool (common in startups and IT companies in Bengaluru's tech parks) suffering a breach. The Data Protection Board will scrutinize your **due diligence** on that vendor, the **contractual safeguards** you put in place, and your regular **access audits**. Failure to demonstrate these can swiftly lead to significant fines, as you're held liable for the **security of personal data** even when it's with a third party.

Common Violations

1.Not having formal **Data Processor Agreements** (DPAs) with all SaaS vendors handling personal data.
2.Failing to conduct periodic reviews of user roles, permissions, and data scope for critical SaaS applications (e.g., HRMS, CRM, analytics tools).
3.Former employees or contractors retaining active access to SaaS tools containing personal data long after their departure.

The Immediate Fix

Create a comprehensive inventory of *every* SaaS tool your company uses that processes personal data. For each, identify the personal data types it handles, who has access, and ensure a formal **Data Processor Agreement** (DPA) is in place, aligning with DPDP requirements.