Privacy Policy for Hong Kong Directory
This Privacy Policy explains how Escort HK separates public advertiser profile information from private account, support and technical data.
Effective date: 10 August 2026
Who is responsible for this policy
This Privacy Policy applies to Escort HK. The Operator is the legal entity responsible for the information practices described in this policy. The official privacy contact is available through directory support.
These data practices are intended to follow general data-protection principles and the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region to the extent applicable.
Scope and adult-only directory context
This policy applies to visitors and Advertisers using the Website. The Directory is limited to individuals aged 18 and over. The Website applies mandatory age-verification checks for Advertisers. Information suspected to belong to a minor may be removed, and the associated account may be restricted.
The Directory operates as a digital advertising platform. It draws a boundary between public profile browsing on the Website and off-platform communication. Messages, negotiations and meetings arranged through third-party applications such as Telegram or WhatsApp are outside the Website's control and are not covered by this policy.
Information-flow inventory
The following table describes the active information categories, their source, the stated purpose, visibility and retention rule.
| Data category | Examples | Source | Why it is used | Visibility or recipients | Retention rule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Account and login information | Email addresses and password credentials. | Provided during registration. | Account access and access control. | Private; internal administration only. | Until the account is deleted, plus 30 days. |
| Public profile fields and media | Photos, biographies and physical attributes. | Uploaded by Advertisers. | Directory visibility. | Publicly visible on the Website. | Removed within 7 days of a valid removal request. |
| Support and contact messages | Emails and form submissions for support and reports. | Submitted by the requester. | Customer support, reports and moderation. | Private; accessible to Support and Moderation. | Six months after case closure. |
| Server and security logs | IP addresses and User-Agent data. | Collected automatically when the Website is used. | Preventing DDoS, spam and malicious bots. | Private; Hosting Provider and System Administrators. | 30–90 days, then automatically purged. |
| Session and cookie data | Login-session data and search preferences. | Browser interaction and local storage. | Maintaining login sessions and saved search preferences. | Private; stored locally on the visitor's device. | Session cookies expire on exit; preference cookies last up to 12 months. |
Information supplied directly
The Website receives account, advertiser, profile and support information when a person submits it through a Website form. Account registration is required to publish a profile, while browsing the Directory is optional and does not require an account.
Public profiles and profile media
Public profile fields and media may include images, physical descriptions, services offered and contact numbers or usernames. This information is published subject to the Website's moderation rules.
Advertisers can edit or remove public information through their dashboard. Search engines and third-party scrapers may cache public profiles, and the Website cannot control copying or re-publication by third parties after a profile is removed.
Support, reports and moderation
Information collected through support messages, profile reports and copyright or removal requests is used to handle support, reports and moderation. Authorised administrators may access these records for that purpose.
For a privacy-related request, a data update or a report of a Website concern, use directory support and include the relevant public URL or account detail where appropriate.
Cookies, logs, analytics and advertising
The Website uses essential cookies to maintain login sessions and remember search filters, including preferred Hong Kong districts. It does not use intrusive third-party advertising tracking pixels.
Server logs collect IP addresses and browser types for security purposes, including blocking malicious bots and preventing cyberattacks. You can manage or disable cookies in browser settings, although some Website functions may then be unavailable.
Payments and financial data
The Directory operates as a free platform. The Operator does not collect, process or store payment data, credit-card numbers or billing information. If paid features are introduced, the payment process and this policy will be updated before the relevant feature is used.
Retention and security
The retention periods for the active information categories are listed in the table above. The Website uses HTTPS for data in transit and restricts database access. No internet transmission is completely secure, and the Operator cannot guarantee complete security or absolute confidentiality of information sent over the public internet.
Privacy requests and identity checks
Under the applicable privacy framework, a person may request access to or correction of personal data held by the Operator. A request to delete information will be assessed against applicable law and the stated retention obligations.
To submit a privacy request, use directory support. The Operator may request identity verification before handling a request to protect account security.
External services
Profile contact options may link to third-party services such as Telegram or WhatsApp. When you follow a link or initiate contact, you leave the Website and the third party's own privacy policy and terms apply.
Read the separate Terms of Use for the rules governing use of the Directory.
Changes and contact
The Operator may update this Privacy Policy to reflect operational or legal changes. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
For a question about this policy or your data, contact the Website Administration through directory support.