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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 13, 2026
Last Updated: February 13, 2026

Welcome to [MakeASpark] ("we," "our," or "Service"), a Hong Kong-based online dating website and app operated in HK. This Privacy Policy governs use under Hong Kong's Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (PDPO).

Geographic Scope & Eligibility

This service is exclusively for Hong Kong residents and individuals physically located in Hong Kong. By registering or using the Service, you confirm:

  • You are 18+ and a HK resident (or temporarily in HK, e.g., working/traveling).
  • You accept HK PDPO as the sole governing privacy law.
  • No GDPR/UK GDPR, CCPA, PIPL, or other foreign rights apply—Service is not "offered" outside HK.
    We use HK phone verification, and may terminate accounts violating this. HK law and courts have exclusive jurisdiction.

Information We Collect

  • Account/Profile: Email, HK phone (+852), DOB, gender, photos, interests, HK location (e.g., New Territories), dating preferences.
  • Usage: Matches, messages, IP/device data (verified HK-only).
  • Payments: Subscription details via Stripe (no card storage by us).
    Sensitive data collected only with explicit consent.

How We Use Your Information

  • Matching, messaging, subscriptions, fraud prevention (e.g., fake profiles).
  • Service improvements and optional marketing (unsubscribe link).
  • Legal compliance (e.g., HK law enforcement). No data sales.

Information Sharing

  • Service Providers: Vercel (hosting), HubSpot (leads), Stripe (payments)—all bound by HK data protection agreements.
  • Legal: HK authorities per PDPO/court order.
  • No sharing outside HK without your consent. Cross-border transfers (e.g., US servers) use safeguards.

Cookies and Tracking

Essential cookies for functionality; analytics opt-in. Manage via browser settings.​

Data Security and Storage

Encrypted (HTTPS), access controls. Retained 12 months post-account closure or as PDPO requires. Report breaches to PCPD.

Your Rights (PDPO)

  • Access/correct/delete via settings or email makeaspark.today@gmail.com.
  • Object to marketing; withdraw consent.
  • Free requests (1/year); response within 40 days.

Children's Privacy

No users under 18. Delete discovered data immediately.

Changes to Policy / Contact

Updates posted on site/app. Continue use = acceptance.
Contact: makeaspark.today@gmail.com
Complaints: Hong Kong PCPD (pcpd.org.hk).