The Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (the "Act") sets out the law on data protection in Singapore. Apart from establishing a general data protection regime, the Act also regulates telemarketing practices.
Personal Data Protection Commission
The Act establishes the Personal Data Protection Commission ("PDPC"). The PDPC is Singapore's primary data protection authority, and also administers the Do Not Call Registry. Among other matters, the PDPC issues advisory guidelines on the Act, and also enforces the Act.
Advisory guidelines
The PDPC publishes a comprehensive set of guidelines. The guidelines provide guidance on how the PDPC interprets the Act. They are advisory in nature, and are not legally binding. The guidelines serve as accessible reference material for organisations seeking to comply with the Act.