Short Answer
No, a privacy policy informs users but does not capture consent. DPDP requires active user action like clicking a checkbox.
No, a privacy policy only informs users — it does not capture consent. DPDP requires active user action, such as clicking a checkbox or accepting a specific option.
Businesses must design clear consent capture mechanisms, not rely on passive acceptance through terms.
Law Reference
Section 5 – Notice
Section 6 – Consent
Many businesses wrongly assume a privacy policy page is sufficient. Active consent capture mechanisms must be implemented across all data collection points.
A website with only a 'Privacy Policy' link in the footer must add explicit consent checkboxes on signup forms, contact forms, and data collection points.
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