Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 2026

1. Introduction

The Hong Kong College of Cardiology (HKCCHK) is committed to protecting your personal data and privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Registration Data: Name, email address, phone number, company/organization, professional credentials.
• Account Data: Login credentials, account preferences, membership status.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, access times, and IP addresses.
• Communication Data: Records of correspondence with HKCCHK.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain our website and services.
• Process your registration and manage your account.
• Send you relevant communications, including newsletters and event notifications.
• Improve our website and develop new features.
• Comply with legal obligations.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. We will retain and use your information as necessary to comply with our legal obligations and resolve disputes.

6. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with:

• Service providers who assist in operating our website and services.
• Legal authorities when required by law or to protect our rights.

7. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

8. Your Rights

Under the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (Cap. 486) of Hong Kong, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data held by HKCCHK.
• Request correction of inaccurate personal data.
• Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal requirements).

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated revision date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us at hkcc@hkcchk.com.