Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 2026

1. Introduction

The Hong Kong Playground Association ("HKPA", "we", "us", or "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your personal information when you use the Project Alpha application. By using the application, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Account information: full name, email address, phone number, date of birth, and gender when you register.
Profile information: profile photo and any optional details you choose to provide.
Usage data: information about how you interact with the application, including pages viewed, features used, and session duration.
Device information: device type, operating system version, and push notification token for sending notifications.

3. How We Use Your Information

To create and manage your account.
To provide, maintain, and improve the application and its features.
To send you relevant notifications, updates, and announcements.
To respond to your enquiries and provide customer support.
To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal obligations.

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating the application, provided they agree to keep it confidential. We may also disclose your information when required by law or to protect the rights and safety of our users.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the service. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures, including encryption in transit (HTTPS) and at rest, to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you.
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Request deletion of your personal information.
Withdraw consent for optional data processing at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the address below.

8. Push Notifications

We may send you push notifications to inform you about relevant activities, events, and updates. You can opt out of push notifications at any time through your device settings.

9. Children's Privacy

The application is not directed to children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy in the application or via email. Your continued use of the application after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, including the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (Cap. 486).

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact our Data Protection Officer at support@hkpa.org.hk.