DLP Implementation Resources
Welcome to the OpenDLP-LK resource center. Here you'll find everything you need to implement a comprehensive Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solution that's compliant with Sri Lanka's Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) No. 9 of 2022.
PDPA Compliant
All resources align with Sri Lankan data protection regulations
Open Source
Free and openly available for community collaboration
Community Driven
Contributed by experts from Sri Lankan enterprises
Quick Start Guide
New to DLP? Follow these steps to get started:
Understand Requirements
Review PDPA compliance requirements
Identify Data Types
Use our Data Patterns to classify sensitive data
Select Tools
Choose appropriate DLP solutions for your needs
Implement Policies
Deploy using our templates and best practices
Featured Resources
Data Patterns
Sri Lankan data patterns: NIC, passports, bank accounts, and more.
Explore PatternsPolicy Templates
Ready-to-use DLP policies, procedures, and documentation templates.
View TemplatesDLP Tools
Open-source and commercial DLP solutions evaluation guide.
Browse ToolsCase Studies
Real-world DLP implementation stories from Sri Lankan enterprises.
Read StoriesPopular Data Patterns
Most commonly used patterns for Sri Lankan data detection
National Identity Card (NIC)
Old and new NIC formats
Combined Pattern:
^(\d{9}[VvXx]|\d{12})$
Detects both old format (9 digits + V/X) and new format (12 digits)
Mobile Numbers
Sri Lankan mobile phone numbers
Standard Format:
^0[7][0-9]{8}$
Matches Sri Lankan mobile numbers starting with 07X
Passport Numbers
Sri Lankan passport format
Pattern:
^[A-Z]\d{7}$
One letter followed by 7 digits (e.g., N1234567)
Bank Account Numbers
Standard account format
Pattern:
^\d{10,16}$
10-16 digits (varies by bank)
Additional Resources
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