Our Commitment to Your Privacy
At Islamic Compass HK, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains our approach to data collection and privacy protection when you use our application to find halal restaurants, prayer rooms, hotels, and Muslim-friendly venues in Hong Kong and Macau.
We believe in transparency and want you to understand exactly how your information is handled. This policy applies to all users of Islamic Compass HK, regardless of how you access our services.
Information We Collect
Islamic Compass HK does not collect, store, or process any personal data from its users.
We do not access or store your location, device information, or any other personal details. All information used by the app remains on your device and is never transmitted to our servers.
How We Use Your Information
Since no personal data is collected by Islamic Compass HK, we do not use or process any personal information in any way.
The app relies solely on your device's local functionality and Google Maps API for location-based services, without any data collection on our part.
Information Sharing
Islamic Compass HK does not share any user data, as we do not collect any.
However, the app uses the Google Maps API for navigation and mapping services, and any data shared with Google is subject to their privacy policy. Please review Google's Privacy Policy for more information.
Data Security
As Islamic Compass HK does not collect or store personal information, there is no risk of data breaches or unauthorized access to your data through our app.
All processing of location data is handled locally on your device or by Google Maps, ensuring your privacy.
Your Privacy Rights
Since Islamic Compass HK does not collect any personal data, there are no personal records to access, correct, or delete.
You can control location access for our app by adjusting your device settings. Disabling location services will not affect the app's core features, except for location-based functionality.
Third-Party Services
Islamic Compass HK integrates with the following third-party services:
Google Maps API: Used for location services and navigation. Please review Google's Privacy Policy for information about how they handle your data.
No other third-party services are used by the app, and no data is shared beyond your use of Google Maps.
Data Retention
Islamic Compass HK does not collect or retain any user data.
Any location data used by the app is processed locally on your device or managed by the Google Maps API during your session and is not stored by us.
Children's Privacy
Islamic Compass HK is designed for general audiences and does not collect any information from users, including children under 13 years of age.
Parents and guardians can rest assured that no personal information is collected through the app.
Data Ownership and Fair Use
If there are any concerns regarding data ownership or potential violations of fair use related to the content on this App, please notify us promptly. The content provided through this App is for informational purposes only and is strictly non-commercial. We disclaim any legal liability for how this information is used or misused.
For any data ownership or fair use concerns, please contact us at the email address provided below.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we make changes:
- We will post the updated policy on this page
- We will update the "Last Updated" date
- For significant changes, we may provide additional notice within the app
- Your continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy
We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: hytsin@hksyu.edu
We will respond to your inquiries within 30 days. For urgent privacy concerns, please mark your email with "Privacy - Urgent" in the subject line.
Last Updated: July 3, 2025