1. Introduction
Hong Kong Labor Insight ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services. This policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Hong Kong Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (PDPO).
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Submit inquiries through our contact form
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Request research materials or publications
- Participate in surveys or research studies
- Register for events or webinars
Personal information may include: name, email address, phone number, organization affiliation, job title, and any other information you choose to provide.
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing behavior, including:
- IP address and general location data
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website addresses
- Device identifiers
2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and understand user preferences. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. For detailed information, please see our Cookie Policy section below.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Communication: To respond to your inquiries, send newsletters, and provide requested information
- Service Improvement: To analyze website usage and improve our content and services
- Research: To conduct labor market research and produce analytical publications (with appropriate anonymization)
- Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
- Marketing: To send you information about our publications, events, and services (with your consent)
4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
We process your personal data under the following legal bases:
- Consent: When you have given explicit consent for specific processing activities
- Legitimate Interests: For our legitimate business interests, such as improving our services and conducting research
- Contractual Necessity: When processing is necessary to fulfill a contract with you
- Legal Obligation: When required to comply with legal requirements
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist in website operations, email delivery, and data analysis (under strict confidentiality agreements)
- Research Partners: With academic and research partners for collaborative studies (with appropriate data protection agreements)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
- Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When personal data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
7. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access: Request copies of your personal data
- Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
- Restriction: Request restriction of processing your data
- Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another organization
- Object: Object to processing of your data
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)
Under Hong Kong PDPO, you have the right to:
- Check whether we hold your personal data
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Ascertain our policies and practices regarding personal data
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@hongkonglaborinsight.hk.
8. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security assessments and audits
- Access controls and authentication procedures
- Employee training on data protection
- Secure data storage and backup systems
While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
9. International Data Transfers
If we transfer your personal data outside Hong Kong or the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses approved by relevant authorities or adequacy decisions.
10. Children's Privacy
Our website and services are not directed to individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
11. Cookie Policy
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
12. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a revised "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
14. Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Hong Kong Labor Insight
21/F, Tower 535, 535 Jaffe Road
Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
Email: contact@hongkonglaborinsight.hk
Phone: +852 3679 4421
15. Supervisory Authority
If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority. In Hong Kong, you may contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data:
Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data
Address: 12/F, Sunlight Tower, 248 Queen's Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
Website: www.pcpd.org.hk