Privacy Policy for Techplus Media Pte Ltd (TMPL)

Last Updated: 29 Nov 2025

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Techplus Media Pte Ltd (“TMPL”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to safeguarding your privacy and handling your personal data with transparency and accountability. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and protect personal information across all our digital platforms, editorial properties, events, marketing activities, and associated services.

TMPL complies with applicable global data protection laws including:

• EU GDPR
• UK Data Protection Act
• Singapore PDPA
• India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA 2023)
• Australia Privacy Act 1988
• Applicable U.S. state privacy laws (e.g., CCPA/CPRA)

By accessing our platforms or submitting personal information, you acknowledge and agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Scope of This Policy

This policy applies to all individuals interacting with TMPL’s digital and physical properties, including:

• Websites under the Techplus Media network
• Newsletters and editorial content
• Virtual and physical events
• Registration forms, surveys, and subscription portals
• Lead generation programs
• Media distribution, syndication, and partner-driven content
• CXO interviews, webinars, and editorial programs

TMPL acts as a data controller for personal data processed under applicable laws in Australia, Singapore, India, the EU/UK, and the United States.

2. Data We Collect

We collect only the data necessary for our editorial, business, and operational purposes, in alignment with principles of data minimization.

a) Basic Professional Identifiers

• Name
• Job title
• Company name
• Business email address
• Business phone number

b) Demographic & Firmographic Data

• Industry
• Company size
• Job role / seniority
• Country / region

c) Engagement & Behavioral Data

Collected through our websites and newsletters:

• Page views, session duration, content interaction
• Event attendance history
• Download and resource access history
• Newsletter open / click rates
• Social and referral traffic patterns

d) Device & Technical Information

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device type
• Operating system
• Cookie identifiers
• Log files
• Location data (approximate, not GPS)

e) Marketing and Communication Preferences

• Newsletter opt-ins
• Event communication preferences
• Subscription categories

We do not collect sensitive personal data unless strictly required and explicitly consented.

3. How We Collect Data

We collect personal data through the following methods:

a) Direct Collection

• Form submissions
• Contact forms
• Newsletter sign-ups
• Event and webinar registrations
• CXO interview participation
• Surveys and feedback forms
• Media interactions and editorial contributions

b) Automatic Collection

Through cookies and tracking technologies:

• Google Analytics
• Marketing pixels
• Lead-tracking tools such as LinkedIn Insight Tag

c) Third-Party Sources

• Verified B2B data providers
• Event partners
• Sponsors (only where consent has been given)
• Publicly available professional data (e.g., LinkedIn, corporate websites)

4. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data to:

a) Deliver and Improve Our Services

• Provide access to news, videos, interviews, reports
• Personalize your content experience
• Recommend relevant articles or videos
• Enhance platform performance and content quality

b) Communication & Marketing

With your consent where required:

• Send newsletters and editorial updates
• Notify you about events, webinars, and new features
• Share industry insights, reports, and relevant professional resources

c) Event Management

• Register attendees
• Communicate session details
• Issue confirmations and reminders
• Deliver certificates, summaries, or recordings

d) Sponsorship-Related Communication

Only with explicit opt-in consent, we may share your data with:

• Event sponsors
• Partner organizations
• Technology solution providers

e) Legal and Compliance Purposes

• Fraud prevention
• Regulatory compliance
• Contractual obligations
• Security monitoring

TMPL does not sell personal data.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Depending on your region, we rely on:

• Consent – for email marketing, newsletters, cookies, event sponsor sharing
• Contractual necessity – to deliver services you signed up for
• Legitimate interests – analytics, improving editorial content, protecting platform integrity
• Legal obligations – compliance, audits, law enforcement requests

6. International Data Transfers

Your data may be stored or processed in Singapore, India, the United States, or other jurisdictions. TMPL ensures appropriate safeguards such as:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
• Contractual Data Processing Agreements
• Regional equivalents under PDPA and DPDPA
• Vendor privacy and security compliance checks

7. Data Sharing

We may share data only under controlled conditions with:

a) TMPL Group Companies

To streamline operations across all media properties.

b) Event & Content Sponsors

Only when the user has opted-in to receive communication.

c) Service Providers

Under binding agreements:

• Cloud hosting
• Analytics / email automation
• CRM and marketing technologies
• Video platforms

d) Legal Authorities

Where required to comply with law or enforce rights.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as reasonably necessary for:

• The purposes outlined in this policy
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Operational needs
• Resolving disputes or defending claims

Retention periods vary based on regional regulations.

9. Your Rights by Region

EU/UK (GDPR)

• Access
• Rectification
• Erasure
• Restriction
• Objection
• Data portability

Australia

• Access
• Correction
• Privacy complaints

Singapore (PDPA)

• Access
• Correction
• Withdrawal of consent

India (DPDPA 2023)

• Correction
• Erasure
• Grievance redressal
• Data portability

United States (CCPA/CPRA)

• Access
• Delete
• Opt-out of sale/sharing
• Non-discrimination

To exercise any rights, email: privacy@techplusmedia.com

10. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

TMPL uses cookies and similar technologies for:

• Analytics
• Content personalization
• Advertising measurement
• Audience segmentation
• Security and fraud detection

Users may manage preferences through browser controls. A standalone Cookie Policy can also be generated if needed.

11. Editorial Integrity & Transparency

(Added for Google News compliance)

• TMPL maintains strict editorial independence.
• Sponsored content is clearly labeled as “Partner Content”.
• Advertisers cannot influence editorial news reporting.
• AI tools may assist drafting but all content is reviewed by human editors.
• Corrections and updates follow our Corrections Policy.
• Journalistic accuracy and transparency are core to our operations.

12. Minors

Our content and services are not directed at individuals under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

13. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in legal requirements or operational practices. Material updates will be notified via website banners or email communications.

14. Contact Us

For questions, rights requests, or concerns: privacy@techplusmedia.com

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Disposal Of Private Information

Whenever a visitor / user unsubscribes from our connection through email / phone / both, and informs us via any modes of communication; Techplus Media removes the information of the user / visitor from its contact information stored. The information is purged and no backup or secondary storage is kept for the removed private information of the user.