No, doxxing is illegal in Singapore under the Protection from Harassment Act (POHA) and the Penal Code. Unauthorized disclosure of personal data with intent to harass, threaten, or facilitate violence violates civil and criminal provisions, risking fines up to S$5,000 and/or imprisonment. The Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC) enforces data protection laws, while the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) monitors online harms under the 2026 Online Safety (Miscellaneous Amendments) Act.
Key Regulations for Doxxing in Singapore
- Protection from Harassment Act (POHA): Section 3(1) prohibits publishing false statements or threats with intent to cause harassment. Section 15 criminalizes doxxing by disclosing private information to provoke distress, punishable by up to 2 years’ imprisonment and/or S$5,000 fine.
- Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): The PDPC enforces strict consent requirements for personal data disclosure. Unauthorized sharing of identifiable data (e.g., NRIC, address) without legitimate purpose breaches PDPA, attracting fines up to S$1 million for organizations.
- Penal Code (Cap. 224): Section 503 criminalizes criminal intimidation via doxxing, where threats of violence or harm are facilitated through exposed personal details. Offenders face up to 2 years’ imprisonment and/or fines.
Enforcement prioritizes intent and harm causation. Courts examine whether disclosure was malicious or reckless, with aggravated penalties for repeated offenses or targeting vulnerable groups. Social media platforms face liability under the 2026 amendments if they fail to remove doxxing content expeditiously.