Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 18 June 2026

1. Introduction

IDA Designer’s Choice Award (“JDC Award”), organised by Johor Interior Designers Association (“JIDA”, “we”, “our”, or “us”), is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (PDPA) of Malaysia.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store and protect your personal information when you visit our website, submit an award entry, register as a judge, contact us, or otherwise interact with the JDC Award website and related services.

By using this website, you agree to the collection and processing of your personal data as described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide through the website, including but not limited to:

Award Submission Information

When submitting an entry to the JDC Award, participants may provide:

  • Full Name
  • I.C. Number
  • Designation
  • Telephone Number
  • Email Address
  • Company Name
  • Company Registration Number
  • Company Address
  • Company Website
  • Business Information
  • Product or Entry Information
  • Designer or Design Team Information
  • Design Reports
  • Product Catalogues
  • Certifications and Approvals
  • Supporting Documents
  • Product Images and Photographs
  • Signature or Company Stamp (where applicable)
Judge Registration Information

When registering as a judge, we may collect:

  • Full Name
  • Company or Freelance Name
  • Phone Number
  • Email Address
  • Login Credentials

Passwords are stored securely in encrypted form and are not accessible in plain text.

Contact and Enquiry Information

When contacting us through the website, we may collect:

  • Name
  • Email Address
  • Phone Number
  • Company Name
  • Message Content
Technical Information

Certain information may be collected automatically when you access the website, including:

  • IP Address
  • Browser Type
  • Device Information
  • Pages Visited
  • Date and Time of Access
  • Website Usage Statistics
3. Purpose of Collection

We collect and process personal data for purposes including:

  • Receiving and processing award submissions
  • Verifying eligibility and supporting documents
  • Conducting shortlisting and judging activities
  • Managing judge registrations and user accounts
  • Communicating with participants, nominees and judges
  • Responding to enquiries and requests
  • Managing award administration and record keeping
  • Promoting shortlisted and winning entries
  • Improving website functionality and user experience
  • Maintaining website security
  • Complying with legal and regulatory obligations

Identification information, including I.C. Numbers, will only be used for participant verification, award administration and record-keeping purposes.

4. Use of Submitted Materials

Submitted materials, including photographs, project descriptions, design reports, catalogues, certifications and supporting documents, may be reviewed by JIDA, appointed assessors, committee members and judges solely for purposes related to the administration, evaluation and promotion of the JDC Award programme.

5. Disclosure of Personal Data

We do not sell, rent or trade personal information to third parties.

Personal data may be disclosed to:

  • Authorised JDC Award committee members
  • Appointed judges and assessors where necessary
  • Website hosting and technical service providers
  • Professional advisors where required
  • Government authorities or regulatory bodies where required by law

All parties receiving personal data are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security measures.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, misuse, loss or destruction.

While reasonable safeguards are implemented, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

7. Data Retention

Personal information will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by applicable laws and regulations.

Information that is no longer required may be securely deleted, archived or anonymised.

8. Cookies and Analytics

The website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website performance, analyse visitor behaviour and enhance user experience.

Users may adjust browser settings to refuse cookies, although certain website functions may be affected.

9. Third-Party Services and Links

We may engage trusted third-party service providers to support website hosting, email communication, analytics and technical services.

Such providers are expected to handle personal data securely and only for purposes related to the operation of the JDC Award website.

Our website may also contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such websites.

10. Your Rights

Subject to applicable laws, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Withdraw consent where legally permitted
  • Request deletion of personal data where applicable

Requests may be submitted using the contact details provided below.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

JIDA reserves the right to amend this Privacy Policy at any time.

Any changes will be published on this page and shall take effect upon publication.

12. Contact Us

For questions, requests or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal data, please contact:

Johor Interior Designers Association (JIDA)
Organizer of JIDA Designer’s Choice Award (JDC Award)

Email: johorida@gmail.com
Website: https://jida.com.my/