Privacy Policy

Introduction

StackHK ("we," "us," or "our") is a digital media publication operated by StackHK Media, based in Hong Kong. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with transparency and care.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at stackhk.com (the "Site"), subscribe to our newsletter, or otherwise interact with our services.

By accessing or using our Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Site.

Information We Collect

We collect information in the following categories:

Personal Information

When you voluntarily provide it to us, we may collect personal information including but not limited to:

• Email address — when you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us
• Name — when you submit a tool for review or contact us directly
• Contact details — any information you provide through our contact forms or email communications

Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you visit, use, or navigate the Site. This information does not reveal your specific identity but may include:

• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Referring URLs and exit pages
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Click patterns and scroll behavior
• Date and time of your visit

Device Information

We may collect information about the device you use to access our Site, including:

• Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
• Screen resolution
• IP address (anonymized where possible)
• Language preferences

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our services — including delivering our newsletter, publishing reviews, and operating the Site
• To send newsletters and communications — if you have subscribed, we will send you our weekly newsletter and occasional updates about new content
• To improve our website — we analyze usage data to understand how visitors interact with our content and to improve the user experience
• For analytics purposes — to measure the effectiveness of our content, understand audience demographics, and optimize our editorial strategy
• To respond to inquiries — to communicate with you when you contact us directly
• To comply with legal obligations — where required by applicable law or regulation

Information Sharing

We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: We use third-party service providers to support our operations, including email newsletter platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, ConvertKit), website analytics (e.g., Google Analytics), and hosting providers. These service providers have access to your information only to perform tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).
• Business Transfers: In the event that StackHK Media undergoes a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your personal information may be transferred. We will provide notice before your personal information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.
• With Your Consent: We may share your information for any other purpose with your explicit consent.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Site. These include:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Site to function properly. These cannot be disabled.
• Analytics Cookies: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our Site. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of the Site in an anonymized form. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
• Affiliate Tracking Cookies: When you click on certain links on our Site, a cookie may be placed by our affiliate partners to track referrals. This is used solely to attribute commissions and does not affect the price you pay.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Site.

Third-Party Links

Our Site contains links to external websites, products, and services that are not operated by us. These include links to AI tools, software platforms, and other resources that we review or recommend.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policy of every site you visit. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.

Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• SSL/TLS encryption for data in transit
• Regular security assessments of our systems
• Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
• Secure hosting infrastructure

However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

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.

• Newsletter subscribers: We retain your email address for as long as you remain subscribed. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails.
• Analytics data: Anonymized usage data is retained for up to 26 months.
• Contact inquiries: Communications are retained for up to 2 years to maintain continuity of support.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Right of Access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Right of Rectification: You have the right to request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
• Right of Erasure: You have the right to request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
• Right to Object: You have the right to object to our processing of your personal information.
• Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request that we provide your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
• Right to Unsubscribe: You may unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any email, or by contacting us directly.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at admin@airecmark.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and you are aware that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at admin@airecmark.com. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without verification of parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information from our servers.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: