Privacy Policy
Last Updated: August 2025
Our Commitment to Privacy
Global Advisors is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you interact with our website and services.
We comply with applicable data protection laws including the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) of Singapore and international data protection standards. Your trust is essential to our business, and we handle your information with the highest level of care and security.
Information We Collect
Personal Data You Provide
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, company name
- Professional Information: Job title, industry, business requirements
- Communication Data: Messages sent through contact forms, email correspondence
- Service Data: Information related to consulting engagements and project requirements
Data Collected Automatically
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, navigation paths
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type and version, device information
- Location Data: Approximate geographic location based on IP address
- Cookie Data: Preferences and session information (see our Cookie Policy)
Third-Party Sources
We may receive information about you from business partners, public databases, and professional networking platforms to enhance our understanding of your business needs.
How We Use Your Information
Service Delivery
- Respond to inquiries and consultation requests
- Provide consulting services and support
- Manage client relationships and engagements
- Process payments and maintain records
Communication
- Send service updates and project communications
- Provide industry insights and thought leadership (with consent)
- Notify about changes to our services or policies
- Respond to feedback and support requests
Business Operations
- Analyze website usage to improve user experience
- Conduct market research and business development
- Ensure security and prevent fraudulent activity
- Comply with legal obligations and regulations
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: When you provide explicit consent for marketing communications or cookie usage
- Contract: To fulfill our obligations under consulting agreements and service delivery
- Legitimate Interest: For business operations, security, and service improvements that benefit both parties
- Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes
Data Protection Measures
We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal data:
Technical Safeguards
- • SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
- • Encrypted storage systems
- • Firewall and intrusion detection systems
- • Regular security audits and testing
Organizational Measures
- • Access controls and authentication
- • Employee confidentiality agreements
- • Regular security training
- • Incident response procedures
In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected individuals and relevant authorities within 72 hours as required by law.
Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. We may share information with:
- Service Providers: Trusted partners who assist with website hosting, analytics, and communication services
- Professional Advisors: Legal, accounting, and compliance professionals bound by confidentiality
- Business Partners: With your consent, for collaborative service delivery
- Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect rights and safety
All third parties are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for specified purposes.
Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy:
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Contact form submissions | 3 years |
| Client service records | 5 years after engagement |
| Financial records | 7 years (legal requirement) |
| Marketing preferences | Until consent withdrawn |
| Website analytics | 2 years |
Your Rights
Under data protection laws, you have the following rights:
Right to Access
Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
Right to Rectification
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
Right to Erasure
Request deletion of your data under certain circumstances
Right to Data Portability
Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
Right to Object
Object to processing based on legitimate interests or marketing
Right to Withdraw Consent
Withdraw consent for processing at any time
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request within 30 days.
International Data Transfers
As we operate across Asia-Pacific, your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside Singapore. We ensure appropriate safeguards through:
- Standard contractual clauses approved by data protection authorities
- Adequacy decisions recognizing equivalent data protection standards
- Binding corporate rules for intra-group transfers
- Your explicit consent for specific transfers
Contact Us
For any questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your personal data:
Data Protection Officer
Global Advisors
88 Market Street
Singapore 048948
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +65 6532 7891
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Personal Data Protection Commission of Singapore or other relevant supervisory authority.