Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Anchor Search Group Pte Ltd ("we", "us", "our") handles personal data as part of our work with clients, candidates, and partners. We are committed to managing this data responsibly and transparently.

This Privacy Policy sets out how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act 2012.

By interacting with us, submitting information, or using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Policy.

2. Scope

This Policy applies to personal data collected from:

  • Website visitors
  • Clients and prospective clients
  • Candidates or applicants (if applicable)
  • Business partners and vendors

3. What Personal Data We Collect

"Personal data" means data that can identify an individual.

Depending on your interaction with us, we may collect:

  • Name
  • Email address and phone number
  • Company and job title
  • Professional background (e.g. CV, experience, qualifications)
  • Any other information you voluntarily provide

4. How We Collect Personal Data

We may collect your personal data:

  • When you submit forms on our website
  • When you contact us via email, phone, or messaging platforms
  • During meetings, consultations, or service engagements
  • From publicly available sources (e.g. LinkedIn)
  • From third parties, where lawful and appropriate

Where reasonable, we collect personal data directly from you.

5. Purposes for Collection, Use and Disclosure

We collect and use personal data for purposes that are reasonable in the circumstances, including:

  • Responding to your inquiries or requests
  • Providing our services
  • Managing client or business relationships
  • Evaluating candidates or matching opportunities (if applicable)
  • Sending relevant updates or marketing communications (with opt-out)
  • Improving our services and website experience
  • Complying with legal or regulatory requirements

We will not use your personal data for purposes beyond those stated without your consent, unless required or permitted by law.

6. Consent

By providing your personal data to us, you consent to our collection, use, and disclosure of your data for the purposes outlined in this Policy.

You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us.

Please note that withdrawing consent may affect our ability to provide services to you.

Where required, we will obtain your consent before collecting or using your personal data.

7. Disclosure of Personal Data

We do not sell your personal data.

We may disclose your personal data where necessary, including:

  • To service providers (e.g. IT systems, hosting providers)
  • To clients, where relevant to service delivery
  • To professional advisors (e.g. legal, accounting)
  • To regulatory authorities, where required by law

We take reasonable steps to ensure third parties handle your data securely and in compliance with applicable laws.

8. Transfers Outside Singapore

Where necessary, your personal data may be transferred outside Singapore.

In such cases, we will take reasonable steps to ensure that the receiving party provides a standard of protection comparable to the PDPA.

9. Protection of Personal Data

We implement reasonable security measures to protect personal data from:

  • Unauthorized access
  • Disclosure or misuse
  • Loss or alteration

This includes technical, administrative, and physical safeguards.

10. Retention of Personal Data

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for business or legal purposes. For example, candidate or inquiry data may be retained for a reasonable period to support future opportunities or follow-up, unless you request otherwise.

11. Access and Correction

You have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data

Requests can be made by contacting us.

We may require verification of your identity and may charge a reasonable administrative fee where permitted.

12. Accuracy of Personal Data

We rely on you to ensure that the personal data you provide is accurate and up to date.

Please inform us of any changes.

13. Cookies and Website Usage

Our website may collect non-identifiable data such as usage patterns to improve user experience.

We may use cookies to enhance functionality. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

14. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites.

We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

15. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be published on our website.

16. Contact Us

For any questions, access requests, or complaints, please contact:

Anchor Search Group Pte Ltd
Email: contact@anchorsearchgroup.com