Guideline No. 475 · Technology & Privacy

Collect only personal information reasonably necessary for defined lawful purposes.

Verified & published · 30 Oct 2026

Legal educational guideline

Collect only personal information reasonably necessary for defined lawful purposes.

Positive remark

Collecting only personal information reasonably necessary for defined lawful purposes supports responsible technology, user trust and data protection.

BLACKBULL supportive statement

BLACKBULL support focus — only personal information reasonably necessary for defined lawful purposes. We encourage readers to document preventive measures and regularly review their suitability; cross-check with MeitY, CERT-In and applicable commencement notifications and seek qualified advice for case-specific decisions.

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www.meity.gov.in

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