India’s DPDP Act Explained: Why Shops Can’t Force Your Mobile Number Anymore | Vantage

India’s new Digital Personal Data Protection Act is about to change the way shops, restaurants, and retailers handle your mobile number. For years, it was the universal ID—used for loyalty schemes, receipts, and tracking, often without your real consent. Now, under the DPDP Act 2023, retailers can only collect your number with clear permission, must delete it after three years (or sooner if you opt out), and can’t deny you service if you refuse to share it. Palki Sharma brings you more details.

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