Electronic Transactions Act (ETA): Primary legislation governing electronic transactions and digital contracts in Singapore. Ensures legal recognition of electronic signatures and is crucial for online affiliate marketing activities.
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data in Singapore. Sets requirements for data transfer, storage, and consent mechanisms in handling customer information.
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Protects consumers against unfair practices, ensures truthful marketing claims, and sets disclosure requirements for businesses operating in Singapore.
Spam Control Act: Regulates commercial electronic messages, including requirements for opt-out mechanisms. Particularly relevant for email marketing activities in affiliate marketing.
Competition Act: Ensures fair competition practices and prevents anti-competitive agreements in the Singapore market.
Singapore Code of Advertising Practice: Provides guidelines for advertising standards and requirements for honest and truthful marketing in Singapore.
Computer Misuse Act: Addresses online security measures and provides protection against unauthorized access to computer systems.
Income Tax Act: Relevant for structuring and reporting commission payments in affiliate marketing arrangements.
Contract Law (Cap. 43): Provides the fundamental legal principles governing contract formation, execution, and enforcement in Singapore.
E-commerce Regulations: Specific regulations governing online business operations and e-commerce activities in Singapore.
