Privacy Policy

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 or use our services, in compliance 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, including:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
• Professional information (organization, job title, field of work)
• Inquiry details and correspondence content
• Subscription preferences and interests

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• Device and browser information
• IP address and location data
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies data

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

• Service Provision: To respond to your inquiries, provide requested information, and deliver our research services
• Communication: To send you newsletters, research updates, and relevant professional content
• Website Improvement: To analyze website usage patterns and enhance user experience
• Research: To conduct aggregated, anonymized analysis of labor market trends (no individual identification)
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Under GDPR, we process your personal data based on:

• Consent: You have given explicit consent for specific processing purposes
• Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests that do not override your rights
• Contractual Necessity: Processing is necessary to fulfill our contractual obligations to you
• Legal Obligation: Processing is required to comply with applicable laws

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist us in website operation, data analysis, and service delivery (subject to confidentiality agreements)
• Research Partners: Academic or institutional partners for collaborative research projects (only with your consent and in aggregated, anonymized form)
• Legal Requirements: Government authorities when required by law or to protect our rights and property

All third-party processors are required to maintain appropriate data protection standards consistent with this Privacy Policy.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can control cookie preferences through our cookie banner and browser settings. 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

7. Your Rights

Under GDPR and Hong Kong PDPO, you have the following rights:

• Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data under certain conditions
• Restriction: Request limitation on how we use your data
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider
• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw previously given consent at any time

To exercise 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:

• Secure server infrastructure and encryption protocols
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication procedures
• Employee training on data protection practices

While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Retention periods vary based on:

• The nature and sensitivity of the information
• Legal and regulatory requirements
• The purposes for which we collected the information

When personal information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside Hong Kong. When we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

• European Commission-approved standard contractual clauses
• Adequacy decisions recognizing equivalent data protection standards
• Other legally approved transfer mechanisms

11. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

12. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new effective date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Information

For 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 believe your data protection rights have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority:

Hong Kong: Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD)
Website: www.pcpd.org.hk

EU/EEA: Your local data protection authority
List: European Data Protection Board