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Comparison with Section 11Rights & Portals

Data portability

Data portability means obtaining and moving reusable data between services; it is not a standalone right under India's DPDP Act.

Meaning and legal context

Section 11 access information is different from GDPR portability. Providers may still offer exports voluntarily or under other applicable obligations.

Practical application

Describe export features separately from statutory DPDP rights.

Official sources and editorial review

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