Last updated: 15 September 2026 | This policy applies to www.homingsi.com and related online services operated by Homing Strategic Institute Co. Limited.
1. Introduction
Homing Strategic Institute Co. Limited (the “Institute”, “we”) is an independent strategic research institution registered in Hong Kong (Company No. 8119004). We respect your privacy and are committed to collecting, processing, retaining and using your personal data in compliance with the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (Cap. 486, Laws of Hong Kong) (the “Ordinance”) and other applicable laws.
2. Data We Collect
We collect personal data only to the extent necessary for our interaction with you, including:
- Data you provide voluntarily: name, organisation, position, email address, telephone number and correspondence content submitted via our contact form, email, partnership enquiries or event registration;
- Technical data collected automatically: IP address, browser type, operating system, time of visit, pages viewed and referring website;
- Cookies and similar technologies: the website uses essential cookies to ensure proper functioning and improve browsing experience. You may disable or delete cookies via your browser settings, though some features may be affected.
3. Purposes of Use
Your data is used solely for the following purposes:
- Responding to your enquiries, partnership invitations and submissions;
- Providing services or publications you have requested;
- With your consent, sending you our research reports, event notices and updates (you may unsubscribe at any time);
- Anonymised analysis of website usage to improve our content and services;
- Complying with legal and regulatory obligations.
4. Data Retention
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes above, or as required by applicable laws of Hong Kong. Data no longer required will be securely destroyed or anonymised.
5. Disclosure and Sharing
We undertake not to sell, rent or otherwise trade your personal data to any third party. Disclosure is limited to:
- Cases where you have given explicit consent;
- Service providers (e.g. web hosting, email services) processing data strictly within the necessary scope, under confidentiality obligations;
- Disclosures required by Hong Kong law, court order or lawful request of a competent authority.
6. Direct Marketing
In accordance with the Ordinance, we will seek your prior consent before using your personal data for direct marketing. You may opt out free of charge at any time via info@homingsi.com.
7. Access and Correction
Under the Ordinance, you have the right to:
- Ascertain whether the Institute holds your personal data and obtain a copy thereof;
- Request correction of inaccurate personal data.
To exercise these rights, please write to info@homingsi.com. The Institute may charge a reasonable fee for data access requests as permitted by the Ordinance.
8. Data Security
This website uses HTTPS encrypted transmission. We apply practical technical and organisational measures to prevent unauthorised access, processing, loss or disclosure of personal data.
9. Third-Party Websites
This website may contain links to third-party websites whose privacy practices differ from ours. We are not responsible for the privacy measures of third-party websites; please review their own policies.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The updated version will be published on this page with a revised date. Material changes will be highlighted on the website.
11. Contact Us
- Entity: Homing Strategic Institute Co. Limited (漢明戰略研究院有限公司)
- Address: Hong Kong, China
- Email: info@homingsi.com