What is the Singapore Personal Data Protection Act?
The Singapore Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) of 2012 establishes a general data protection law governing the collection, use, and disclosure of an individual’s information by an organization.
With penalties that target the organization and the individual, PDPA strives to entrench the protection of personal data into the business culture of an organization. The foundation of any data security strategy is to identify your sensitive and regulated data as it empowers users and automated policies to make informed, deliberate decisions on how that information should be protected.
Fortra’s Digital Guardian can help you comply with PDPA
Fortra's Digital Guardian can help organizations comply with the Singapore Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) through a comprehensive set of features designed to protect personal data and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements. Here’s how Digital Guardian addresses the specific needs of PDPA compliance:
Encryption and Data Security
To comply with PDPA’s data protection obligations, organizations must implement robust security measures to protect personal data. Digital Guardian offers powerful encryption for personal data both in transit and at rest, ensuring that sensitive information is secured against unauthorized access and breaches.
Audit Trails and Reporting
PDPA requires organizations to maintain accountability and transparency in the handling of personal data. Digital Guardian supports these requirements by generating comprehensive audit trails and reports that track all data access, use, and transfers. These audit logs are essential for demonstrating compliance with PDPA during audits and investigations, providing a clear record of how personal data is managed within the organization.
Automated Policy Enforcement
Consistent application of data protection policies is critical for PDPA compliance. Digital Guardian automates the enforcement of data protection policies, ensuring that personal data is handled in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards. This includes automatically encrypting or restricting access to personal data, reducing the likelihood of non-compliance due to human error or oversight.
Incident Detection and Response
The PDPA requires organizations to respond promptly to data breaches and notify affected individuals and the Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC) in the event of significant breaches. Digital Guardian provides tools for the rapid detection and response to security incidents, enabling organizations to quickly identify breaches involving personal data and take appropriate action.
Cross-Border Data Transfer Compliance
PDPA has strict regulations regarding the transfer of personal data outside Singapore, requiring organizations to ensure that the transferred data is protected at a standard comparable to Singapore’s. Digital Guardian helps manage and secure cross-border data transfers by enforcing encryption and access controls, ensuring that personal data remains protected even when transferred internationally.
