Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Sigil is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share your personal information when you use our services or visit our website.

We comply with the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (Chapter 486 of the Laws of Hong Kong) and international privacy principles in handling your information.

2. What Personal Data We Collect

We collect personal data you provide directly to us, including:

• • Name, email address, and phone number
• • Business information and company details
• • Matter-specific information you share during consultation
• • Documents and records provided for legal services
• • Payment and billing information

We also collect technical data when you visit our website, including IP address, browser type, and pages visited, through cookies and analytics.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data for:

• • Providing legal advisory services and fulfilling our professional obligations
• • Communication regarding your matter and service delivery
• • Billing, payment processing, and account management
• • Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
• • Website improvement and security
• • Optional marketing communications (with your consent)

4. Data Protection and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security measures include:

• • Secure data storage and encrypted communications
• • Limited access to personal data within our organisation
• • Professional liability insurance
• • Regular security reviews and updates

However, no online system is completely secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and protect your confidential information.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to provide services, fulfill legal obligations, and maintain professional records. Typically, we retain matter-related data for 7 years after completion of your matter, in accordance with professional standards. Contact information may be retained longer if you've consented to ongoing communications.

6. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with:

• • Service providers supporting our operations (cloud storage, payment processors)
• • Other parties you authorise or as required by law
• • Professional advisers assisting with your matter
• • Court or regulatory authorities when legally required

Any third parties we share data with are bound by confidentiality obligations.

7. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve your experience. We use essential cookies for site functionality and optional cookies for analytics and marketing. You can control cookie preferences through our cookie management page or your browser settings. See our Cookie Policy for details.

8. Your Rights

Under the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance, you have the right to:

• • Access your personal data we hold
• • Request correction of inaccurate data
• • Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations)
• • Withdraw consent for processing
• • Lodge a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@{{DOMAIN}}. We'll respond within 40 days in accordance with legal requirements.

9. Professional Privilege

Information you provide during legal consultation is protected by legal professional privilege. We maintain strict confidentiality beyond privacy law requirements due to our professional obligations.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

11. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If we learn we have collected data from someone under 18, we will delete it promptly.

12. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We'll notify you of material changes and update the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our services indicates acceptance of updated policies.

13. Contact Us

For privacy questions or to exercise your rights, contact:

Email: privacy@{{DOMAIN}}

Address: Suite 1106, 11/F, Nexxus Building, 41 Connaught Road Central, Hong Kong

We'll respond to your inquiry within 40 days as required by Hong Kong privacy law.