Electronic Transactions Act (ETA): Primary legislation governing electronic transactions in Singapore. Provides legal framework for electronic signatures, sets requirements for electronic records and communications, and establishes consent requirements for electronic communications.
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Comprehensive data protection law that regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data in Singapore. Includes requirements for obtaining consent, data protection obligations, and cross-border data transfer requirements.
Spam Control Act: Legislation that regulates commercial electronic messages in Singapore, including consent requirements for sending commercial communications and mandatory opt-out mechanisms.
Evidence Act: Legal framework governing the admissibility of electronic records as evidence in Singapore courts and requirements for electronic records maintenance.
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Law protecting consumer rights in electronic transactions, including disclosure requirements and fair trading practices.
Industry-specific regulations: Additional regulatory requirements that may apply depending on the specific industry sector (e.g., financial services, healthcare).
IMDA Guidelines: Guidelines from the Infocomm Media Development Authority providing additional guidance on electronic communications and transactions.
MAS Guidelines: Monetary Authority of Singapore guidelines that may apply if the electronic communications involve financial services.
