What is Cross-border Data Transfer?
Definition and meaning from the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023
Official Definition
Not explicitly defined as a term, but Section 16 states that the Central Government may restrict the transfer of personal data by a Data Fiduciary for processing to such countries or territories outside India as may be notified.
Source: The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (No. 22 of 2023)
Simple Explanation
When an Indian company sends personal data to servers or partners located in other countries. The Indian government can restrict which countries are allowed to receive this data.
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