Privacy Policy of the Association of Food & Retail Operators (AFRO)
The Association of Food & Retail Operators (AFRO), based in Singapore, is committed to protecting and managing personal and business information in accordance with its members’ needs. This Privacy Policy outlines our approach to handling Personal Data, as defined herein, and applies to all members, non-members, customers, and content providers of AFRO. We operate in compliance with the Personal Data Protection Act (Act 26 of 2012) (“PDPA”).
Please review this Privacy Policy before providing any information or registering for our services, goods, or activities. It’s important that you understand the reasons behind the collection, usage, and disclosure of your Personal Data.
We periodically review and update this Privacy Policy to align with legal and regulatory changes in Singapore. We advise you to regularly check our website for the latest version, which will be date stamped.
**Data Protection Policy**
This section informs you about how AFRO manages Personal Data under the PDPA. It complements, but does not replace, the specific purposes for which you provide Personal Data to AFRO, which may be outlined in submission forms or other agreements.
- Definition of Personal Data
Personal Data in this policy refers to data about an individual that can be identified from that data alone or in conjunction with other information in our possession.
- Collection of Personal Data
Your consent to the collection, storage, and processing of your Personal Data is a condition of your membership, partnership, or participation in AFRO’s activities. This includes:
– Registration for events and programs.
– Business or identification cards provided at events for verification.
– Being proactively contacted by a solutions provider deemed suitable for your organization.
To ensure we provide you with the most relevant and valuable services and opportunities, we may share your contact information with solutions providers we consider suitable for your organization, based on your personal information and organizational needs. We will ensure that these providers adhere to the highest standards of data protection and privacy to keep your personal information secure.
Consent for Personal Data collection and processing will be explicitly sought, such as via checkbox on registration forms.
- Purpose of Personal Data Collection and Use
We collect and use your Personal Data for administrative, operational, and relationship management purposes within AFRO, including but not limited to:
– Updating you on AFRO’s activities via electronic communications or calls.
– Informing you of developments within AFRO or any bodies associated with AFRO
- Security and Disclosure of Personal Data
AFRO takes precautionary steps to protect your Personal Data from misuse, loss, unauthorized access, or disclosure. Personal Data will be disclosed only for the purposes mentioned and destroyed or de-identified when no longer needed.
- IP Address and Cookies
We collect data from your device for system administration and statistical analysis. Cookies help manage and customize your browsing experience. You have the option to disable cookies, though it may impact your user experience.
- Withdrawal of Consent, Access, and Correction
You can withdraw consent, access, or correct your Personal Data by:
– Unsubscribing via the mailer.
– Contacting the AFRO Membership department through [email protected]
AFRO reserves the right to charge a fee for these services and to refuse requests that are unreasonable or frequent.
- Transborder Data Flows
Should your Personal Data be transferred outside Singapore, AFRO ensures a comparable level of protection is afforded to your data.
- Enquiries and Complaints
Direct any queries or complaints regarding your Personal Data to our designated Data Protection Officer. For third-party provided Personal Data, please contact the respective organization or individual.
- Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of Singapore. For more information on data protection laws, visit the Personal Data Protection Commission’s website.
This document provides a framework for AFRO’s commitment to protecting your Personal Data in line with Singapore’s legal requirements.
- Monitoring and Review of Policy
Regular audits and reviews will be conducted to ensure compliance with this Policy and the PDPA. This Policy will be reviewed periodically and updated as necessary to ensure ongoing compliance with legal requirements and best practices.