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Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 25, 2025

This Privacy Policy outlines how Talentbank Sdn Bhd (“the Company”, “We”, “Us”, or “Our”) collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your personal data when You (“You”, “Your”) access or use the Graduates’ Choice Award Website and Services.

By using our Service, You agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy and consent to the processing of your personal data in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (PDPA) and any other applicable laws of Malaysia.

1. Interpretation & Definitions

Interpretation

Capitalised terms have meanings defined below. These definitions apply whether used in singular or plural form.

Definitions

  • Account – A unique account created for You to access Our Service.
  • Company – Refers to Talentbank Sdn Bhd, B-0-19, Plaza Damas 3, Jalan Sri Hartamas 1, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
  • Cookies – Small data files stored on Your device used to remember Your browsing behaviour and preferences.
  • Country – Refers to Malaysia.
  • Device – Any electronic device (e.g., smartphone, tablet, laptop) used to access the Service.
  • Personal Data – Any information that identifies or can be used to identify an individual.
  • Service – The website and features provided through https://www.graduateschoiceaward.com.
  • Service Provider – Third parties appointed by Us to assist with technical, operational, or communication services.
  • Usage Data – Automatically collected data including IP address, browser type, pages visited, session time, and diagnostic data.
  • You – The user or the entity on whose behalf the user accesses and uses the Service.

2. Collection of Personal Data

We may collect the following categories of data:

Personal Information

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Contact number
  • Educational or demographic details (if applicable)

Usage Data

Collected automatically via:

  • IP address, browser type/version, device type
  • Pages visited, time and date of visit
  • Referring/exit URLs
  • Device identifiers

Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, pixel tags, and similar technologies. For details, refer to our Cookies Policy.

3. Use of Personal Data

We process your data for the following purposes:

  • To provide and maintain our Service
  • To manage and authenticate your Account
  • To respond to inquiries or service requests
  • To send promotional content (subject to opt-out rights)
  • To conduct analytics, surveys, or marketing effectiveness studies
  • To comply with legal obligations
  • To support business transfers or reorganisation
  • To personalise advertisements based on user interests (optional and consent-based)

4. Disclosure of Personal Data

We may share your data under these circumstances:

  • With Service Providers for IT, marketing, customer service, or analytics
  • With Affiliates and Business Partners under confidentiality obligations
  • With Public Authorities to comply with legal obligations or enforcement
  • During Business Transfers, such as mergers or asset sales
  • With Your Consent, where required by law

5. Retention of Data

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected or as required by applicable law. Usage data may be retained for internal analysis and to enhance Service security.

6. Data Transfers

Your data may be processed or stored outside Malaysia. Where applicable, We ensure that cross-border transfers comply with the PDPA and maintain adequate levels of protection.

7. Security of Data

We implement appropriate technical and organisational safeguards to secure your personal data. However, no transmission over the Internet is fully secure. While We strive to protect your data, We cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Marketing & Communications

You may receive communications from Us related to updates, events, or promotions. You may opt-out at any time via the “unsubscribe” link in emails or by contacting Us directly.

9. Analytics and Advertising

We use third-party tools such as Google Analytics and Facebook Ads for:

  • Website traffic analysis
  • Behavioural targeting and remarketing
  • Advertising performance tracking

You may disable ad personalisation or install opt-out browser add-ons from:

Refer to each provider’s policy for full details.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If You believe Your child has submitted data to us, please contact Us immediately for removal.

11. Your Rights Under PDPA

Under the PDPA, You have the right to:

  • Access and correct your personal data
  • Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent)
  • Object to direct marketing
  • Request deletion, unless We are legally required to retain data

To exercise your rights, contact ask@graduateschoiceaward.com

12. External Links

Our Service may contain links to external websites not operated by Us. We hold no responsibility for the privacy practices of such third-party sites and recommend reviewing their policies.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in laws, regulations, or operational needs. We will notify users via email or on the Website before changes take effect.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to make a data request, please contact us: