Introduction
Centaur Asia Pacific (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to complying with the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) of Singapore and protecting the personal data entrusted to us. This policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal data.
What Personal Data We Collect
We collect personal data that is necessary for our business functions, such as:
- Full names
- Email addresses
- Telephone numbers
- Job titles
- Company information
- Photos and videos taken at events
We do not collect:
- NRIC or passport numbers
- Sensitive or biometric data
Please note: Our website may use third-party services (such as Google Analytics or embedded YouTube/Map content) that may collect cookies, IP addresses, or other technical data.
How We Collect Personal Data
We may collect personal data:
- When you contact us through our website, phone, or email
- When you attend an event organised or sponsored by us
- When you submit forms or make enquiries
- When we take photographs or video recordings at our events
We will inform you when photography/videography is taking place and offer an opt-out option where feasible.
Purpose of Collection
Your personal data may be used for the following purposes:
- To communicate with you about our products, services, and events
- To process your enquiries or requests
- To manage and improve our customer relationships
- To feature event highlights on our website or social media (photos and videos)
- For internal reporting, audits, or compliance purposes
Consent and Opt-Out
By providing your personal data to us, you consent to its use for the stated purposes.
You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us at: dpo@centaur-asiapacific.com
For event photography, you may inform our staff at the event if you do not wish to appear in any photos or videos.
Disclosure of Personal Data
We do not sell or share your personal data for unrelated third-party marketing.
Your data may be disclosed to:
- Our hosting provider (VODIEN) who maintains our website and email servers
- Vendors or partners assisting us with business functions, under strict confidentiality
- Regulatory authorities, if required by law
Protection of Data
We take reasonable steps to protect your data through:
- Enforced password security and access controls
- Regular system reviews and updates
- Restriction of data access on a need-to-know basis
- Staff training and risk assessment practices
Retention of Personal Data
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for business or legal purposes.
For example:
- Email records are reviewed and purged annually
- Event photos are reviewed and archived every 2 years
When no longer required, data will be securely deleted or anonymised.
Access and Correction Requests
You may request to:
- View your personal data we hold
- Correct any inaccurate or outdated data
Contact us via: dpo@centaur-asiapacific.com
We may require verification and will respond within a reasonable timeframe.
Data Breach Notification
If a data breach occurs that is likely to cause harm or affect 500 or more individuals, we will notify:
- Affected individuals
- The Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC)
Use of Cookies and Third-Party Services
While Centaur Asia Pacific does not intentionally collect cookies or IP addresses directly, our website may use third-party services such as Google Analytics or embedded media (e.g. videos, maps) that may set cookies or collect limited technical data such as IP address, browser type, or referral pages.
These tools are governed by the privacy policies of their respective providers (e.g. Google). You may adjust your browser settings to manage or block cookies at any time.
Third-Party Sites
Our website may contain links to third-party sites (e.g. social media). We are not responsible for the data policies of those external sites.
Policy Updates
We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in law or our practices. All updates will be posted on our website.
Contact Us
For any PDPA-related queries, please contact our Data Protection Officer:
Email: dpo@centaur-asiapacific.com
Updated on 15 May 2025
