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Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to BSides Hong Kong. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect the information you provide to us. It also outlines your rights regarding your personal data.

 

We comply with applicable privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other relevant regulations. By using our website or services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

 

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of information:

 

A. Personal Information

When you interact with us, we may collect personal information, including but not limited to:

 

  1. Full name

  2. Email address

  3. Phone number (if applicable)

  4. Job title and company (if applicable)

  5. Any additional information you provide when signing up for our services, events, or workshops.

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B. Usage Data

We automatically gather certain information about how you use our website and services, such as:

 

  1. IP address

  2. Browser type and version

  3. Operating system

  4. Time and date of access

  5. Pages viewed and actions taken on our website.

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C. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. These may include:

 

  1. Session cookies (to maintain your session on our website)

  2. Persistent cookies (to remember your preferences)

  3. Analytics cookies (to analyze website usage and improve performance).

  4. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or via a cookie consent banner provided on our website.

 

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

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  1. Service Delivery: To provide, manage, and improve the services and events you sign up for.

  2. Communication: To send you updates, event details, and promotional materials (where permitted by law).

  3. Personalization: To customize your user experience on our website.

  4. Analytics: To analyze trends, monitor website performance, and improve our services.

  5. Compliance: To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests from authorities.

  6. Third-Party Sharing: To share your information with trusted events partners for service fulfillment, as outlined below.

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4. Data Sharing and Security

A. Data Sharing

We may share your personal information with:

 

  1. Event Partners: To provide services or events you’ve registered or consented for. These partners are required to handle your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

  2. Service Providers: Third-party providers who assist us with website hosting, analytics, email delivery, or security. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.

  3. Legal Obligations: Authorities or regulators where required by law, or to protect our legal rights.

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We do not sell or rent your personal information to other third parties.

 

B. Data Storage

Your personal information is stored on Wix's server. See Section 4-D Security Measures for more information.

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C. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. If you withdraw your consent or request data deletion, your information will be securely deleted unless retention is required by law.

 

D. Security Measures

We rely on Wix to safeguard your data against unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. All your information is marked as sensitive data and is protected by Wix.

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Please refer to the following for more information:

  1. https://support.wix.com/en/article/gdpr-about-your-customers-data

  2. https://support.wix.com/en/article/preparing-your-wix-site-for-the-gdpr#about-data-storage-and-data-transfers282

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5. Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

 

A. GDPR Rights (for EU/EEA residents)

  1. Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

  2. Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.

  3. Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten").

  4. Restriction: Request restriction of processing your data.

  5. Portability: Request transfer of your personal data to another organization in a structured, electronic format.

  6. Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.

  7. Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time for processing based on consent.

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B. CCPA Rights (for California residents)

  1. Access and Portability: Request access to the specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.

  2. Deletion: Request that we delete your personal data.

  3. Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale of your personal information (though we do not sell data).

  4. Non-Discrimination: Exercise your rights without facing discrimination.

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C. How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details provided in Section 6. We will respond to your request within 30 days and may require verification of your identity.

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6. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:

 

Responsible Person: Krecendo Hui

Email: info@bsideshk.org

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7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website and indicating the effective date.

 

You are encouraged to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

 

8. Effective Date

This Privacy Policy is effective as of 12 March 2025 (GMT+8).

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Last Updated: 05 March 2025 (GMT+8)

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