Cookie banner in India (DPDP Act)

The Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP Act 2023) and its 2025 Rules bring a GDPR-like consent model to India: real opt-in, granular categories and an auditable log of every visitor decision.

Last updated: September 14, 2026

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What the DPDP Act requires for cookies

Only strictly necessary cookies may be active by default; everything else requires explicit opt-in.
Granular categories (essential, performance, analytics, marketing), not a simple accept/reject.
Consent logged with metadata and auto-expiry, not a permanent one-time decision.

Is it already mandatory?

India's Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) published the technical requirements document for consent-management platforms in June 2025. It's not yet a line-by-line binding technical mandate, but it sets the standard regulators will use to judge whether a banner is compliant — acting now avoids a rushed migration once full enforcement lands.

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Alternatives to other CMPs

This guide is informational and not legal advice. For specific questions, consult a professional.

Frequently asked questions

Does Consentio meet DPDP Act requirements?

Consentio already applies real opt-in, granular categories and consent logging by default — the same foundation the DPDP Act requires.

Do I need something different from my GDPR banner for India?

No. A banner with real opt-in, categories and logging satisfies GDPR and the DPDP Act at once, with no separate setup.

How much does Consentio cost for India?

Free (1 domain) or Pro €9/mo flat, same price worldwide. /registro?plan=pro