Index
Data PrivacySingapore

Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA)

Summary

A law that governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data by organizations in Singapore, ensuring that individuals' data is protected while recognizing the need of organizations to use data for legitimate purposes.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    The right to withdraw consent for the use of data.
  • 02.
    The right to access and correct personal data.
  • 03.
    The right to register with a 'Do Not Call' registry to stop telemarketing.

Penalties

  • 01.
    Financial penalties up to $1 million SGD or 10% of annual turnover in Singapore.
  • 02.
    Directions to stop collecting or disclosing data.
  • 03.
    Directions to destroy personal data collected in contravention of the Act.

Verified Citations

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