This Privacy Policy ("Policy") governs the collection, use, disclosure, and protection of personal information ("Personal Information") by Tsunami Labs and Tsunami Advisors Limited (collectively referred to as "Tsunami," "we," "us," or "our"). We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring the confidentiality of your personal information as you access our website and utilize our services (collectively, the "Services"). By engaging with our Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms of this Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please refrain from using our Site, as your continued use constitutes acceptance of the Policy. We reserve the right to modify this Policy at any time, and any changes will take effect immediately upon posting the revised Policy on our Site.
The purpose of this Policy is to inform you about how we handle your personal data when you access our website, www.tsunamilabs.com ("Site"). It specifies how we gather, process, utilize, share, and retain your personal information. Personal data refers to any information that can identify you directly or indirectly, in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance. Understanding our practices is essential for making informed decisions regarding your personal information.
Tsunami may collect Personal Information through various means, including but not limited to:
We may collect Personal Information that you voluntarily provide to us during various interactions with our Site, such as when you create an account, register for events, subscribe to newsletters, or communicate with us. This information may encompass your name, email address, telephone number, business affiliation, and any other information you choose to provide that is relevant to your engagement with our Services. By providing this information, you consent to our collection and use of it as described in this Policy, including any subsequent updates to our data practices. We will take reasonable measures to ensure that your Personal Information is processed in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
We automatically gather certain technical data when you visit our Site, which may include your Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type, operating system, access times, pages viewed, and the referring URL. This information is collected through various technologies, including cookies, web beacons, and log files, which help us understand how users interact with our Site and enable us to improve its functionality. The collection of this information is essential for optimizing user experience and ensuring the reliability of our Services, and it may also be used for analytical purposes. You may manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings, but please note that disabling cookies may affect the performance of certain features on our Site.
If you interact with us via social media platforms, we may collect information you provide through those channels, which may include your profile information, comments, and any content you choose to share. This information helps us engage with you effectively and tailor our communications to your preferences, thereby enhancing your overall experience with our brand. Your interactions with our social media pages are governed by the privacy policies of those platforms, and we encourage you to review them for additional insights into their data collection practices. We disclaim any liability for the actions of third-party platforms and their handling of your information.
Your Personal Information may be used for various legitimate business purposes, including but not limited to:
We may utilize your Personal Information to provide, operate, and maintain our Services, ensuring that you have access to the features and functionalities you expect. This includes managing user accounts, facilitating communications, and delivering requested services in a timely manner. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our Services at our sole discretion, with or without prior notice. Your information may also be used to enhance our Service offerings and develop new features based on user feedback.
We may use your Personal Information to respond to your inquiries, comments, or feedback in a timely and effective manner. Additionally, we may send you information regarding our Services, including promotional materials, updates, and notifications about events or changes. By providing your information, you consent to receiving such communications, which may include important updates related to your account or our Services. You may opt-out of promotional communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in such communications.
Your Personal Information may be utilized to analyze user behavior and preferences, allowing us to enhance the quality and functionality of our Services. We may aggregate and anonymize this data to gain insights into usage patterns, which can inform the development of new features and services. Our goal is to continuously improve user experience by leveraging data-driven decisions based on your interactions with our Site. The use of analytics tools may involve the transfer of your information to third-party service providers, who are contractually obligated to protect your data.
Tsunami may disclose your Personal Information under the following circumstances:
We may share your Personal Information with third-party vendors and service providers who perform essential functions on our behalf, including payment processing, data analysis, email delivery, hosting services, and event management. These service providers are contractually bound to protect your information and may only use it for the purposes specified in their agreements with us. We take reasonable steps to ensure that these parties uphold strong data protection standards and treat your Personal Information with the utmost confidentiality. However, we assume no responsibility for the actions of these third parties and their compliance with applicable laws.
In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your Personal Information may be transferred as part of that transaction. You acknowledge that such transfers may occur, and that any acquirer of our business may continue to use your Personal Information as outlined in this Policy. We will endeavor to inform you of any significant changes in ownership or use of your Personal Information as a result of such transactions. However, we are not liable for any actions taken by a third party following such a transfer.
We may disclose your Personal Information if we believe in good faith that such action is necessary to comply with applicable laws or regulations, respond to valid legal requests, or protect the rights, privacy, safety, or property of Tsunami, our users, or the public. This includes situations where we are compelled to disclose information to protect against legal liability or to prevent fraud or other forms of unlawful activity. We will take reasonable steps to notify you of such disclosures unless prohibited by law or when such notification would compromise an ongoing investigation.
You have certain rights regarding your Personal Information, which may vary depending on your jurisdiction:
You have the right to request access to the Personal Information we hold about you and to request corrections to any inaccuracies. To exercise this right, please contact us at privacy@tsunamilabs.com, and we will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe. We may require verification of your identity before granting access to your information to ensure the security of your data. Additionally, we reserve the right to deny access to your Personal Information in certain circumstances, such as when disclosure would violate the rights of another party.
You may request the deletion of your Personal Information, subject to certain exceptions where we are required to retain information for legal or operational purposes. Upon receiving a valid deletion request, we will take commercially reasonable steps to delete your information from our records. However, please be aware that we may retain necessary data to comply with legal obligations and to resolve disputes. In such cases, we will inform you of the specific reasons for the retention of your information.
You may opt out of receiving promotional communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions included in such communications or by contacting us directly. Please note that even after opting out, we may still send you non-promotional communications regarding your account or our Services, which are necessary for the ongoing operation of our business. Opting out of marketing communications does not affect our right to use your information in accordance with this Policy for other purposes.
We employ commercially reasonable technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your Personal Information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include encryption, firewalls, and access controls designed to protect sensitive data from unauthorized access. However, you acknowledge that no transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage can be guaranteed to be entirely secure, and you provide your Personal Information at your own risk. We will promptly notify you in the event of a security breach that affects your Personal Information in accordance with applicable laws.
Tsunami reserves the right to amend this Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the revised Policy on our Site, and your continued use of the Site following such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy. We encourage you to periodically review this Policy to stay informed about our data protection practices and any updates that may affect your rights. If we make material changes to how we treat your Personal Information, we will notify you through a prominent notice on our Site or by other means.
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Tsunami, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from or related to your use of the Site or this Policy, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with the Site or Services is to cease using the Site. This limitation of liability applies to any claims, whether based on warranty, contract, tort, or any other legal theory, and extends to all aspects of your use of our Services. You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Tsunami from any claims arising from your violation of this Policy or any applicable laws.
This Policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. Any disputes arising from or related to this Policy shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. By using our Services, you consent to the jurisdiction of these courts and agree to resolve any disputes in accordance with this Policy.
For any inquiries regarding this Privacy Policy, our data practices, or to exercise your rights, please contact us at contact@tsunamadvisors.com. We are committed to addressing any questions or concerns you may have regarding your personal data and our practices. Your feedback is important to us, and we strive to respond to all inquiries promptly and effectively. If you require further assistance, we may direct you to additional resources or personnel within our organization.