The Sinic Arts (referred to as “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your personal data in compliance with Hong Kong’s Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (PDPO) (Cap. 486). This policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your information when you interact with our website and services.
Privacy Policy
Last Updated: April 14, 2025
1. Introduction
2. Types of Data We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal data:
- Identifiers: Name, email address, phone number, IP address, device ID.
- Usage Data: Browsing history, interaction patterns, cookies, and analytics (e.g., pages visited, session duration).
- Voluntary Submissions: Information provided via forms (e.g., inquiries, subscriptions).
We collect data only when necessary and through lawful and fair means, as required by PDPO’s Data Protection Principle 1.
3. Purposes of Data Use
Your data is used for:
- Providing and improving our services.
- Responding to inquiries or requests.
- Sending updates (with your explicit consent).
- Analyzing website performance and security.
We do not use your data for purposes unrelated to those stated here unless we obtain your prior informed consent (PDPO Principle 3).
4. Data Sharing and Transfers
- Third Parties: We may share data with service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics) under strict contractual obligations to ensure compliance with PDPO.
- Cross-Border Transfers: If data is transferred outside Hong Kong, we ensure recipients adhere to equivalent privacy standards (e.g., through contractual clauses).
5. Your Rights
Under PDPO, you have the right to:
- Access and Correct: Request a copy of your data and correct inaccuracies (Principle 6).
- Withdraw Consent: Opt out of direct marketing or data processing at any time.
- Erase Data: Request deletion of data no longer necessary for its original purpose (Principle 2).
To exercise these rights, contact us at bel.air@qq.com.
6. Data Security
We implement technical and organizational measures (e.g., encryption, access controls) to protect against unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure, as mandated by PDPO Principle 4. Regular audits ensure ongoing compliance.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
- Cookies: Used to enhance user experience (e.g., session management, preferences). You may disable cookies via browser settings, but this may limit functionality.
- Analytics: Tools like Google Analytics collect anonymized usage data.
8. Retention Period
Data is retained only as long as necessary for its intended purpose and deleted thereafter, per PDPO Principle 2.
9. Policy Updates
We may revise this policy to reflect legal or operational changes. Updates will be posted here with a revised “Last Updated” date.
10. Contact Us
For questions, complaints, or data requests:
Email: bel.air@qq.com
