The Hong Kong Investment Corporation Limited (“HKIC”) is committed to safeguarding your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website (the "Site").
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully to understand how we handle your personal data. By using our Site, you agree to the practices outlined in this policy. In line with Hong Kong's Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (Cap. 486), your use of our Site signifies your consent to our processing of your personal data, where required by law.
You can browse our Site without providing personal data. However, when you contact us or request specific services, we may ask for certain personal information. This may include your name, email address, or other details you provide voluntarily through forms, emails, or other communications. If you choose not to provide the requested information, we may not be able to respond to your inquiries or provide the services you need.
When you browse our Site, we may collect information about your device, such as your IP address, operating system, and browser type. This data helps us manage our Site's performance and improve functionality. Although this information could potentially identify you, we do not use it for that purpose unless permitted by law.
We retain control of your personal data and ensure it is used only for the purposes stated. Your data will remain secure with us or with third-party service providers acting on our behalf, except when we are required by law to disclose it.
We may use the personal data you provide for the following purposes:
In general, we use personal data collected through our Site for legitimate purposes. Where required by law, we may seek your consent before using your data for specific purposes.
Cookies are small files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your actions and preferences, making your browsing experience smoother.
We use cookies to distinguish you from other visitors. This helps us improve our Site and offer a more personalised experience. Cookies allow us to collect non-personally identifiable information, such as the number of visits and the locations from which our Site is accessed. We may use cookies for the following purposes:
Some information collected by cookies may be personally identifiable, such as your preferences or session details. However, most of the data is anonymised and used for statistical purposes.
We may use the following categories of cookies to enhance your experience:
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, each operating under its own privacy policy. If you choose to visit these external sites, we recommend reviewing their privacy policies before sharing any personal data. The HKIC is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites. In addition, third parties, such as advertising networks or analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics), may set cookies on our website during your visit. These cookies are generally used for purposes like analytics, performance tracking, or delivering targeted advertising.
By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as outlined in this Privacy Policy. You can manage or block cookies by adjusting your browser settings. However, please note that disabling cookies may limit the functionality of our website and affect your ability to use certain features.
Our Site is hosted from Hong Kong, and your personal data may be transferred to, stored, or processed outside of Hong Kong. Some of these countries may not have the same level of data protection as Hong Kong or other jurisdictions with more stringent data protection laws. However, we will take appropriate measures to ensure that your personal data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy, and that any transfer complies with applicable legal requirements.
We may share your personal data with third parties under the following conditions:
We do not sell your personal data to any third parties.
We take reasonable steps to protect the personal data you provide to us from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access. However, no method of data transmission over the Internet or storage system is completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your personal data, and you provide it at your own risk.
We may retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable laws.
Under Hong Kong’s Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (Cap. 486), you have the right to:
If you are subject to certain data protection regulations, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you may also have additional rights, such as the right to object to our processing of your personal data, request the deletion of your data, or request that we restrict how we process it.
To exercise any of your rights, please contact us by emailing our Data Protection Officer at [email protected]or by sending a written request to the address below:
Attention: The HKIC Data Protection Officer
Unit 909, 9th Floor,
One Pacific Place, 88 Queensway,
Hong Kong
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. Any changes will be posted on this page, and where appropriate, notified to you by email. Please check frequently to see any updates or changes to our Privacy Policy.
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices regarding your personal data, please contact us at [email protected].