Only with specific, verifiable parental consent for that purpose. Under the DPDP Act 2023, a student’s photograph is personal data, and posting it on WhatsApp parent groups, the school website or social media is a distinct use that needs its own consent — separate from the consent collected at admission. This article explains when sharing photos is allowed, when it isn’t, and how to set up a simple photo-consent system that keeps your event posts legal.
The short answer (yes, with specific consent).
Why ‘admission consent’ doesn’t cover photos.
When you must NOT post
- No consent, withdrawn consent, identifiable minors.
A simple photo-consent workflow.
FAQ
Q: Can teachers share class photos on WhatsApp?
A: Only with specific parental consent for sharing photos; general admission consent doesn’t cover it.
Q: What if one parent refuses photo consent?
A: Don’t publish that child’s identifiable image; manage consent per student.
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