Privacy Policy

At TheIndependent.sg ("we," "our," or "us"), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you visit our website and use our services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you:

• Subscribe to our newsletter

• Create an account

• Comment on articles

• Contact us through our website

• Participate in surveys or promotions

The types of information we may collect include:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number)

• Account credentials

• Communication preferences

• Comments and feedback

• Demographic information

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services

• Send you newsletters and updates (with your consent)

• Respond to your comments, questions, and requests

• Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities

• Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent transactions and other illegal activities

• Personalize and improve your experience

• Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With your consent or at your direction

• With service providers who assist us in operating our website

• To comply with legal obligations or respond to legal requests

• To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property

• In connection with a business transaction (merger, acquisition, etc.)

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and update your personal information

• Opt-out of marketing communications

• Request deletion of your personal information

• Object to processing of your personal information

• Request portability of your personal information

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. You can control cookies through your browser settings and other tools.

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Effective Date" above.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]
Address: 1 Raffles Place, Tower Two, Singapore 048616
Phone: +65 6234 5678