TERMS OF USE

General

[ Website ] ("Website") is the property of and is controlled by Apidae Baby Group Limited.
Please carefully read the terms and conditions set out herein ("Terms") before you use this Website. By accessing or otherwise using this Website, you confirm that you accept these Terms and that you agree to comply with them. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use this Website.

Amendments

These Terms may be amended, varied and/or modified from time to time by Apidae, at its sole discretion, without any prior notice and all such amendments, variations and/or modifications shall be effective immediately when they are posted. Your continued use of this Website after such amendments, variation and/or modifications shall constitute your acceptance and agreement to be bound by the amended, varied and/or modified Terms. Accordingly, you are urged to check these Terms each and every time you access and/or use of this Website.

If these Terms are translated or presented in a language other than English, the English version of these Terms shall prevail in the event of a conflict with any other language versions.

Intellectual Property Rights

All contents (including but not limited to text, data, information, product designs, product specifications, product manuals, research and development, references to associated suppliers or companies or partners, graphics, photographs, video and audio content) and features provided on this Website are protected by copyright, trademark and other forms of intellectual property / proprietary rights. Unless otherwise stated, Apidae is the owner or licensee of the copyright and any other intellectual property right of all such contents published or otherwise made available on the Website from time to time.

This Website is for your personal use only. You must not use this Website or any part thereof for commercial purposes or distribute, reproduce or publish any contents provided in this Website without obtaining prior consent from Apidae or its licensor.

Indemnification

Any unauthorized use of this Website or any violation of the Terms may constitute an infringement of copyright and/or other intellectual property rights and you may be responsible for damages caused to Apidae. You agree to indemnify, defend and hold Apidae, its officers, directors, employees, shareholders, agents and its affiliates harmless from any and all liabilities, losses, claims, suits, demands and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or in connection with your use of this Website and/or breach of these Terms.

Disclaimer

This Website is provided on an "as is" basis and for general information only. While Apidae endeavours to be as accurate as possible in respect of the contents contained in this Website, however, it does not make any representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, as to the operation or the accuracy, reliability and completeness of this Website. You acknowledge that there may be variations, omissions or errors in the contents contained in this Website from time to time.

Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained herein, and to the full extent permissible by applicable laws, Apidae disclaims any and all representations and warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to the following:-

(i) warranties that the website will be uninterrupted, accurate, secured and free from errors, viruses or other harmful elements;
(ii) warranties that contents on this Website are appropriate or available for use in any other jurisdictions;
(iii) warranties that contents on this Website are actual conditions, accurate guidelines and proper usage of any products included on this Website;
(iv) warranties of merchantability, standard of quality, functionality or fitness of any products included on this website;
(v) warranties of any third parties or their website; and
(vi) warranties against infringement of any third party intellectual property rights.

Apidae hereby expressly disclaims all liability for any interruptions or delays and any variations, omissions or errors or inaccuracies in the contents and operations of this Website.

Limitation of Liability

YOU WILL EXERCISE AND RELY ON YOUR OWN JUDGMENT IN USING THIS WEBSITE. THOSE WHO ACCESS THIS WEBSITE FROM OTHER JURISDICTIONS DO SO AT THEIR OWN DISCRETION AND RISK AND SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THEIR LAWS AND RULES.

APIDAE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS, INJURY, CLAIM, LIABILITY OR DAMAGE OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM YOUR USE OF THIS WEBSITE OR ANY FACTS OR OPINIONS OR CONTENTS ON THIS WEBSITE. APIDAE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF OPPORTUNITY, ATTORNEYS' FEES ETC.) IN ANY WAY DUE TO, RESULTING FROM OR ARISING IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE OF THIS WEBSITE. APIDAE'S LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW. APIDAE DOES NOT ENDORSE, WARRANT OR GUARANTEE ANY CONTENT, PRODUCT OR SERVICE OFFERED THROUGH IT OR OUR WEBSITE. APIDAE IS NOT AND WILL NOT BE A PARTY TO ANY TRANSACTION BETWEEN YOU AND ANY THIRD PARTY.

FOR THE AVOIDANCE OF DOUBT, NOTHING IN THESE TERMS SHALL EXCLUDE OR LIMIT APIDAE'S LIABILITY FOR DEATH OR PERSONAL INJURY CAUSED BY NEGLIGENCE OR FOR FRAUD.

Service and Maintenance

Apidae reserves the right to, at any time and at its own discretion without prior notice, modify, remove, suspend or discontinue the entire or any part of this Website for any reason. The service of this Website cannot be guaranteed and may, from time to time, be interrupted due to repairs, modifications, maintenance, network failure or for any other reason.

Apidae further reserves its right to deny or restrict access to and/or use of the Website to any user at any time without further notice and without giving any reason.

Third Party Websites

This Website may contain links to third party websites and services. The provision of such links is for your reference and convenience only. Apidae does not endorse or accept responsibility in respect of the accuracy, reliability, completeness or lawfulness of the contents of any third parties or their websites. Apidae shall not be deemed to be part of or affiliated in whatever manner with any such third parties or their websites. For the avoidance of doubt, Apidae shall not be liable for any loss howsoever arising from or in connection with your access to, use or misuse of or reliance on those third party websites, or any interruption or inability to access or use those websites. Any access to and use of the linked websites are entirely at your own risk, and you are responsible for complying with any terms and conditions of use of such third party websites.

Data Privacy

In regards to Apidae's policies for the collection and use of personal data, please refer to the Website Privacy Statement which can be found at [ LINK TO PRIVACY STATEMENT ].

Severability and Waiver

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid by any Court having jurisdiction, the invalidity of such provision shall not affect the validity of the remaining provisions of these Terms which shall remain in full force and effect. The failure to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of the right or provision.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

The Terms together with all our policies and procedures are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. You agree that any dispute or claim arising out of or in connections with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts of Hong Kong.

If you have any questions about these Terms, please do not hesitate to contact us at [ EMAIL ].

Privacy Statement

This privacy policy statement ("Privacy Statement") is issued pursuant to the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance and sets out how personal data is collected on [ Website ] and how Apidae Baby Group Limited ("Apidae"), its affiliates and associated companies use, maintain and process that personal data.

Your use of Apidae's Website is subject to the Terms of Use and this Privacy Statement. By using Apidae's Website and submitting any personal information to Apidae, you are deemed to have accepted and agreed to the Terms of Use and this Privacy Statement. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Statement, please do not use Apidae's Website.

Collection of Personal Data

Apidae collects and stores personal data that you submit on its Website or through other channls. The provision of any personal data by you or on your belahf to Apidae shall be voluntary. The types of personal data Apidae collects from you may include (without limitation) the following:-

(i) personal information (i.e. name, gender, date of birth, address, telephone number, fax number, email address, education, profession, purchasing history, nationality, passport or other personally identifiable number etc.);

(ii) login username and password details for registering an account with Apidae;

(iii) your comments and/or responses that you enter into data fields on Apidae's Website or surveys that Apidae may circulate or host on its Website from time to time.

Apidae does not guarantee the transmission of personal data over the internet and you are urged to exercise caution when submitting your personal data to Apidae through its Website or otherwise.

Use of Cookies

In order to improve the functionality and efficiency of the Website, various technical information (including but not limited to your browser type, access time, internet protocol (IP) address, language and your general customization and preferences etc.) may also be collected through the use of cookies and similar technologies. Cookies are small electronic files that may be stored on your web browser and track technical information about you. The purpose of using cookies is to facilitate content display and webpage redirection.

You may disable or delete cookies at any time on your web browser but by doing so some functions may not work and you may not be able to take full advantage of Apidae's Website. Please refer to your 'Help' menu of your particular browser to change your cookie settings.

Use of Personal Data

You agree that the personal data you provide to Apidae and all information relating to the use of its Website may be retained and used by Apidae for the following purposes, without limitation:-

(i) supply of services and information offered through Apidae's Website from time to time;
(ii) verification of identity;
(iii) process and evaluation of your applications;
(iv) administrative activities and management of your account with Apidae;
(v) general operation, maintenance and management of the Website;
(vi) provision of information relating to products and services related to Apidae and its Website;
(vii) design and improvement of existing services;
(viii) handling of complaints and enquiries;
(ix) market research, business development or other purposes;
(x) communication with you;
(xi) compliance with laws, regulations or code of practice;

You understand and acknowledge that certain personal data are required for use of Apidae's Website and other related services. If you fail to supply such personal data as required, Apidae may not be able to provide such services to you and access and/or your use of Apidae's Website may be restricted.

All personal data provided by you will only be used for the specific purpose(s) for which it was provided or for directly related purpose. They will be accessed by the authorized employees of Apidae, by certain designated companies associated with Apidae and by authorized agents, contractors or third parties with whom Apidae contracts with to carry out business activities for Apidae. All such person(s) entitled to access and use your personal data will be required to keep your personal data confidential and only use them to perform the specific functions for Apidae. Your personal data may be transferred, stored and processed in Hong Kong or any other jurisdictions where a third party contractor provides Apidae services.

Apidae does not assume responsibility for confirming the ongoing accuracy of your personal data. If any of your personal data that we retain is inaccurate, you may request correction of the data as described below.

Promotional Activities and Direct Marketing

Apidae may further use your personal data for promotional and marketing purposes including but not limited to sending you promotional materials and carrying out direct marketing in relation to its related products and services. For the purpose of direct marketing, Apidae may provide your personal to various direct marketing agents.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, Apidae is required to obtain your written consent before using or providing your personal data for the purposes set out in this section. You may withdraw any such consent at any time by written notice to Apidae (see contact details below) and Apidae shall cease to use or provide your personal data for direct marketing purposes.

Retention

Unless you request Apidae to dispose of all personal data provided by you, you acknowledge that Apidae shall retain all such personal data and may continue to deliver to you marketing information.

Apidae ensures personal data is not kept longer than is necessary to fulfil the purpose(s) for which the date is provided after which it will be destroyed.

Your Rights

Pursuant to the Hong Kong Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance, you are entitled to:-

(i) check whether Apidae holds personal data about you;
(ii) access your personal data with Apidae;
(iii) require Apidae to correct any inaccurate data;
(iv) to ascertain Apidae's polices and practices in regards to collecting and processing personal data.

If you wish to exercise any of the above rights, opt out of any promotional or marketing communications and/or raise any questions or complaints, please contact Apidae in writing as follows:-

Data Control Officer
Apidae Baby Group Limited
Address: Room 826 - 828, One Island South, 2 Heung Yip Road, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong
Email:
Fax:

Apidae reserves the right to charge a reasonable fee for processing a data access request and to refuse any unreasonable requests.

For the avoidance of doubt, your option not to receive promotional and marketing communications shall not preclude Apidae from corresponding with you regarding your existing relationship with Apidae.

Confidentiality

Apidae shall exercise reasonable endeavours to ensure that the personal data provided by you shall be kept confidential and be placed in a secure location. Your personal data will not be disclosed to any third party except when required by law or where you have provided your consent or where it is necessary for Apidae.

Third Party Websites

Apidae's Website may contain links to external websites operated by third parties for your reference and convenience. Apidae has no control over the contents of these third party websites or their privacy policies. You should therefore review the privacy policies applicable to these third party websites.

Amendment

Apidae may, at its own discretion, amend or update this Privacy Statement from time to time. The amended Privacy Statement shall take effect upon posting on the Website.

Language

This Privacy Statement may be translated into other languages other than English. In the event of any inconsistency with the different language versions, the English version shall prevail.

If you have any questions on or require further information about this Privacy Statement, please do not hesitate to contact Apidae.