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Why WhatsApp’s Privacy Policy Is Under Legal Fire in India

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Why WhatsApp’s Privacy Policy Is Under Legal Fire in India
One of the most significant directives barred WhatsApp from sharing user data with other Meta companies for five years. However, Meta and WhatsApp appealed the decision. A company law tribunal upheld the financial penalty but temporarily paused the five-year data-sharing restriction. The case is now before the Supreme Court, where final rulings on both the fine and policy compliance are still pending.

WhatsApp’s Response

In a recent affidavit submitted to the Supreme Court, WhatsApp said it would comply with the regulator’s requirements. The company stated that Indian users would be allowed to opt out of sharing certain data with Meta for advertising purposes and would still be able to use the messaging service. The company also reaffirmed that personal chats remain protected by end-to-end encryption and are not accessible to Meta for advertising targeting. It clarified that data-sharing for advertising applies primarily to optional business-related features and not private messages. WhatsApp has indicated it is preparing to align its systems with India’s new digital data protection framework, signaling broader regulatory adjustments ahead.

A Bigger Debate About Big Tech

The legal battle raises larger questions beyond WhatsApp. If the courts decide that linking data-sharing to service access amounts to abuse of dominance, it could affect how other technology firms operate in India — and possibly beyond.

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