PDPA Singapore

The PDPA provides Singapore with a comprehensive legal framework for the collection, use, disclosure, and storage of personal data. Enacted in 2012, it aims to protect the right of an individual with respect to his/her privacy while at the same time allowing organizations to use data, responsibly of course, for legitimate business purposes.

Key Obligations Under PDPA:

Consent Obligation:

Organizations must obtain individual explicit consent prior to the collection, use, or disclosure of personal data about the individual.

Purpose Limitation Obligation:

Personal data may only be put to use if such use were for purposes which a person would consider appropriate under the circumstances and the individual concerned must be informed.

The Notification Obligation:

An individual must be informed of the purpose of the data when it is collected, used, or disclosed.

Access and Correction Obligation:

Within a set period after request, organizations must provide individuals access to their personal data and make any corrections where inaccuracies may be present.

Protection Obligation:

An organization must make reasonable security arrangements to protect personal data in its possession or under its control against unauthorized access, collection, use, disclosure, copying, modification, disposal, or similar risks.

Retention Limitation Obligation:

Personal data should not be retained longer than is necessary for legal or business purposes.

Transfer Limitation Obligation:

Organizations transferring personal data outside Singapore must ensure that the recipient provides a standard of protection comparable to that provided under the PDPA.

Data-Breach Notification Obligation:

Organizations must notify the Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC) and affected individuals when a data breach results in, or is likely to result in, significant harm to the individuals.

Benefits of Compliance with the Personal Data Protection Act:

• Building More Trust: Compliance with the PDPA will build trust among customers and stakeholders as they recognize that their personal data is handled responsibly by the organization.
• Creating a Competitive Edge: Organizations focused on protecting data will be widely differentiated in the market, appealing to audiences for whom their privacy is important.
• Limited Legal Risk: Compliance with PDPA requirements reduces the chance of legal penalties and sanctions caused by non-compliance.
• Greater Efficiency of Operations: Structured means of data protection can lead to improved data management and operational processes.

How CyberCube Can Assist:

CyberCube provides specialist services to help you to meet your goals regarding PDPA compliance:

DPO as a Service:

Provision of the Data Protection Officers with experience, who will guide your company through the requirements for the PDPA.

Policy Development:

Assist in the development and implementation of a comprehensive set of data protections that meet the needs of your business.

Compliance Audit:

Conduct thorough reviews to locate and fix gaps in compliance.

Employee Training:

Providing staff training in all aspects of PDPA obligations and best practices.

By collaborating with CyberCube, your organization can navigate the different crevasses of the PDPA confidently, ensuring both compliance and the trust of your stakeholders.