The Story People

1. About this Privacy Policy

The Story People Pte. Ltd. ("TSP", "we", "us" or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to handling personal data responsibly.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store and protect personal data when you:

visit or interact with our website at https://www.thestorypeople.co/;
contact us about our services or potential partnerships;
subscribe to our newsletters or communications;
submit an application for a job, programme, opportunity or initiative;
participate in a project, event, campaign or programme involving TSP; or
otherwise communicate or engage with us through our website or digital channels.

This Privacy Policy should be read together with any additional privacy notice, consent statement, application form or agreement provided to you for a particular service, project or programme.

2. What Personal Data We Collect

The personal data we collect depends on how you interact with TSP.
Information You Provide Directly
We may collect information such as:

your name;
email address;
telephone number;
company, organisation or employer;
job title or professional role;
country or location;
business enquiry details;
areas of interest;
communication and newsletter preferences;
information contained in messages, enquiries or correspondence sent to us;
information provided in partnership, supplier or client discussions;
event or programme registration information; and
any other information you choose to provide.

Job and Programme Application Information
Where you submit a job, programme or opportunity application, we may collect:

your résumé or curriculum vitae;
employment and educational history;
skills, qualifications and professional experience;
portfolio materials or work samples;
salary, availability or work eligibility information;
references or referee details;
responses to application or assessment questions;
interview notes and evaluation information; and
other supporting documents or information relevant to your application.

Please ensure that you have permission before providing personal data relating to another person, such as a referee, employee, colleague or business contact.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, certain technical and usage information may be collected automatically, including:

Internet Protocol address;
browser and device type;
operating system;
approximate location derived from technical information;
referring website or source;
pages viewed;
time spent on the website;
links or buttons selected;
website interaction data; and
cookie or similar technology identifiers.

We generally use this information to understand website performance, improve the user experience, maintain security and assess the effectiveness of our communications and campaigns.

3. How We Collect Personal Data

We may collect personal data:

directly from you through forms, emails, calls, meetings or applications;
when you subscribe to our communications;
when you participate in an event, project, campaign or programme;
when you interact with our website or online content;
through clients, programme partners, referral partners or other organisations involved in an opportunity;
through service providers operating platforms or tools on our behalf;
from professional networking platforms or publicly available business sources; and
where otherwise permitted by applicable law.

4. How We Use Personal Data

We may collect, use and process personal data for purposes including:
Enquiries and Business Relationships

responding to enquiries, requests and feedback;
communicating with prospective and existing clients, partners and suppliers;
assessing potential collaborations or business opportunities;
preparing proposals, presentations or project recommendations;
managing client, partner and supplier relationships; and
providing information about TSP’s services and capabilities.

Job, Programme and Opportunity Applications

receiving and reviewing applications;
evaluating suitability for a job, assignment, programme or opportunity;
contacting applicants about their application;
conducting interviews, assessments or reference checks;
sharing relevant application information with an organisation offering or administering an opportunity;
matching applicants with suitable projects, roles or programmes;
administering programme participation, reporting or outcome tracking; and
maintaining application records for future relevant opportunities, where permitted.

Submitting an application does not guarantee selection, employment, engagement, funding, admission or participation.
Communications and Marketing

sending newsletters, invitations, updates and information about our services;
communicating about events, programmes, partnerships or opportunities that may be relevant to you;
managing subscriptions and communication preferences;
conducting surveys or requesting feedback; and
measuring engagement with our communications.

You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by using the unsubscribe link provided in the email or by contacting us.
Website Administration and Improvement

operating and maintaining our website;
understanding how visitors use the website;
improving website content, navigation and performance;
monitoring website traffic and engagement;
diagnosing technical problems;
preventing misuse, fraud or security incidents; and
maintaining appropriate records and system integrity.

Legal and Operational Purposes

complying with applicable laws, regulations and lawful requests;
establishing, exercising or defending legal rights;
enforcing our agreements and website terms;
managing risks, disputes and complaints;
conducting internal audits and investigations;
protecting TSP, our users, clients, partners and the public; and
carrying out corporate transactions, restructuring or business continuity activities.

We may also use personal data for another purpose that is related to the purpose for which it was collected, where permitted by law, or where we have notified you and obtained any consent that may be required.

5. Consent and Other Permitted Uses

Where required, we will obtain your consent before collecting, using or disclosing your personal data.
Depending on the circumstances, your consent may be provided expressly, through your actions, or may be deemed under applicable law. We may also collect, use or disclose personal data without consent where an exception under applicable law applies.
You may withdraw your consent by contacting us. Withdrawal of consent will not affect processing that took place before the withdrawal.
Depending on the information concerned, withdrawing consent may mean that we are unable to continue providing a service, processing an application, administering a programme or responding fully to your request.

6. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies.
Cookies are small data files stored on your browser or device. They can help a website remember information about a visit and understand how visitors interact with its content.
We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

enable essential website functions;
maintain website security;
remember preferences;
understand website traffic and usage;
identify technical issues;
improve website performance and content; and
measure the effectiveness of campaigns or communications.

Some cookies may be provided by third-party analytics, hosting, content, video, social media or marketing service providers.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect the availability or performance of some website features.
Where required by applicable law, we will provide appropriate notice or obtain consent before using non-essential cookies.

7. How We Disclose Personal Data

We may disclose personal data where reasonably necessary to:

our employees, directors and authorised representatives;
related or affiliated companies supporting TSP’s operations;
clients, prospective clients or project owners where you have applied for or expressed interest in an opportunity;
government agencies, trade associations, programme administrators or funding partners involved in a programme;
professional advisers, including lawyers, accountants and auditors;
website hosting, cloud storage, communications, analytics, customer relationship management and technology providers;
event, campaign, research or operational service providers;
prospective purchasers, investors or parties involved in a corporate transaction; and
regulatory authorities, law enforcement agencies or other parties where required or permitted by law.

We require service providers handling personal data on our behalf to use it only for authorised purposes and to provide an appropriate level of protection.
TSP does not sell or rent personal data to third parties.
We will not disclose applicant information to a prospective employer, client or programme partner for an unrelated purpose without appropriate authority or another lawful basis.

8. Overseas Transfers

Some of our service providers, clients, partners or technology systems may be located outside Singapore.
Where personal data is transferred outside Singapore, we will take reasonable steps to ensure that the recipient provides a standard of protection that is comparable to the protection required under applicable Singapore data protection law.
This may include contractual safeguards, vendor assessments, access restrictions and other appropriate measures.

9. Retention of Personal Data

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

fulfil the purpose for which it was collected;
maintain appropriate business and application records;
administer an ongoing project, relationship or programme;
meet legal, accounting, audit or reporting requirements;
resolve disputes; or
protect or enforce legal rights.

The appropriate retention period will depend on the nature of the information and the purpose for which it is held.
When personal data is no longer required for a legal or business purpose, we will take reasonable steps to delete, anonymise or securely dispose of it.

10. Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical and physical safeguards designed to protect personal data against:

unauthorised access;
unauthorised collection, use or disclosure;
copying or modification;
accidental loss;
improper disposal; and
similar risks.

These safeguards may include access controls, account permissions, secure systems, confidentiality obligations, vendor controls and staff awareness measures.
However, no website, email transmission, online platform or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure. You should take appropriate precautions when transmitting information online and notify us promptly if you believe your interaction with TSP has been compromised.
Where a data incident occurs, we will assess and respond to it in accordance with applicable legal requirements.

11. Marketing Communications

Where you subscribe to our newsletter, request updates or otherwise consent to receive communications, we may send you information about:

TSP’s services;
events and campaigns;
business or partnership opportunities;
programmes and initiatives;
relevant job or project opportunities; and
news, resources or insights.

You can unsubscribe from marketing emails by:

selecting the unsubscribe link in the relevant email; or
contacting us at contact@thestorypeople.co.

We may still send non-marketing communications that are reasonably necessary to respond to an enquiry, administer an application, manage an existing relationship or provide important service-related information.
Where applicable, marketing calls and messages sent to Singapore telephone numbers will be handled in accordance with Singapore’s Do Not Call requirements and other applicable laws.

12. Accessing or Correcting Your Personal Data

Subject to applicable law, you may request:

access to personal data that we hold about you;
information about how your personal data has been used or disclosed;
correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data; or
withdrawal of consent for particular uses of your personal data.

To make a request, contact us using the details below.
We may need to verify your identity before processing a request. We may also charge a reasonable fee for an access request where permitted by law and will inform you of the fee in advance.
Certain information may be withheld where an exception under applicable law applies.

13. Accuracy of Information

We take reasonable steps to ensure that personal data used or disclosed by us is accurate and complete where it is likely to affect you or be disclosed to another organisation.
You are responsible for ensuring that the information you provide is accurate and current. Please contact us when your information changes or when you become aware of an error.

14. Third-Party Websites and Platforms

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, application forms, embedded content or external services.
TSP does not control the privacy or security practices of those third parties. Their handling of information is governed by their own privacy policies and terms.
You should review the relevant third party’s policies before submitting personal data or using its services.

15. Children’s Personal Data

Our website and services are primarily intended for businesses, professionals, partners and individuals seeking relevant opportunities.
We do not knowingly seek to collect personal data from children without appropriate authorisation or consent where this is required. A parent or guardian who believes that a child has submitted personal data to us without appropriate consent may contact us to request that the matter be reviewed.

16. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to:

our services or operations;
our website and technologies;
legal or regulatory requirements; or
the way we handle personal data.

The latest version will be published on our website with the updated revision date.
Your continued use of our website after a revised Privacy Policy is published means that the revised policy will apply to subsequent interactions, subject to any consent requirements under applicable law.

17. Contact Us

For questions, requests or concerns relating to this Privacy Policy or TSP’s handling of personal data, please contact:

Data Protection Contact
The Story People Pte. Ltd.
Email: contact@thestorypeople.co
Address: 75 High Street, Singapore 179435
Please include sufficient information for us to understand and respond to your request.