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Cloud hosting and managed service providers processing personal data of Indian clients' customers act as Data Processors under the DPDP Act 2023. They must sign DPAs with their Data Fiduciary clients, implement adequate security safeguards, and report breaches within the prescribed timeline. Cloud providers operating in India should update their standard contracts and security documentation to meet DPDP Act requirements.

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Cloud and hosting providers in India process customer data on behalf of their clients. DPDP Act 2023 creates clear obligations for providers acting as data processors.

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Quick AnswerCloud providers acting as data processors must sign DPDP-compliant Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) with all clients, implement security standards, and support clients' data subject rights — including deletion on request.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a cloud provider a data processor or fiduciary under DPDP?+
Cloud providers are typically data processors acting on client instructions. However, for their own billing and support data, they are data fiduciaries.
What must a DPA cover for cloud services?+
A DPDP-compliant DPA must cover processing scope, security obligations, sub-processor disclosure, breach notification timelines, and data deletion upon contract termination.
Do Indian cloud providers need data localisation?+
DPDP's data localisation requirements depend on government notifications. Some sensitive data categories may require India-based storage — check current MeitY notifications.

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