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Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy describes how the Bureau of Space (“the Bureau”, “we”, “our”, “us”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information obtained through this website and through the provision of our design‑review services. The Bureau is committed to managing personal information in accordance with internationally recognised privacy principles and applicable data‑protection requirements.
1: Information We Collect
The Bureau may collect the following categories of information:
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Identity and contact information, including name, email address, and other details provided when submitting an enquiry or service request.
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Project documentation, including architectural plans, spatial layouts, and supporting materials supplied for review.
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Technical and usage data, such as IP address, browser type, device information, and website interaction data collected through standard analytics tools.
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Administrative and transactional information, including records of communications and service interactions.
2: Purpose of Collection and Use
Personal information is collected and used for the following purposes:
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To respond to enquiries and deliver requested services.
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To conduct design assessments in accordance with the Bureau’s review procedures.
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To maintain internal administrative, operational, and record‑keeping processes.
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To improve website functionality, service delivery, and user experience.
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To comply with legal, regulatory, or procedural obligations where required.
The Bureau does not sell personal information.
3: Legal basis for Processing (Where Applicable)
Where required under applicable privacy laws, the Bureau may rely on one or more of the following legal bases:
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Consent provided by the individual.
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Performance of a contract or steps taken prior to entering into a contract.
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Legitimate interests, such as improving services or ensuring operational integrity.
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Compliance with legal obligations.
4: Disclosure of Information
Personal information may be disclosed:
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To service providers engaged to support website hosting, analytics, or administrative functions.
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To regulatory or legal authorities where disclosure is required by law.
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To other parties only with the individual’s consent or as otherwise permitted under applicable privacy frameworks.
All third‑party service providers are required to handle information in accordance with appropriate confidentiality and security obligations.
5: International Transfers
Where personal information is transferred across borders, the Bureau implements reasonable safeguards to ensure that such information is protected in accordance with recognised international privacy standards and applicable legal requirements.
6: Data Security
The Bureau applies administrative, technical, and organisational measures to protect personal information against loss, unauthorised access, misuse, alteration, or disclosure. Information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected or as required under applicable retention obligations.
7: Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights relating to your personal information, which may include:
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Access to the information we hold about you
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Correction or updating of your information
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Requesting deletion, restriction, or portability of your information
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Withdrawing consent where processing is based on consent
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Objecting to certain types of processing
Requests will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy legislation and internal procedures.
8: Cookies and Tracking Technologies
The Bureau may use cookies or similar technologies to support website functionality and analytics. Users may adjust browser settings to manage or disable cookies; however, doing so may affect website performance.
A separate Cookie Notice may be provided where required by law.
9: Updates to This Policy
The Bureau may amend this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect operational, legal, or regulatory changes. Updated versions will be published on this website with the effective date indicated.
10: Contact
For privacy‑related enquiries or requests, please contact the Bureau of Space using the email address listed below
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