Privacy Policy / Personal Information Collection Statement
(For the “budget ai” website and mobile application)
1. Privacy Policy
1.1 The website and/or mobile application are owned and operated by Mr Sausage Limited (“Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”). We respect your privacy and are committed to complying with the Data Protection Principles and the relevant provisions of the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (Cap. 486 of the Laws of Hong Kong) (“PDPO”). This Policy applies to users of “budget ai” and to any individuals whose personal data are held or processed by us in any manner.
1.2 This Policy applies to all users, including but not limited to users requesting services (“Consumers”) and users providing services (“Service Professionals” or “Vendors”).
2. Personal Data We Collect, Use and Hold
2.1 We may collect, use and hold the following categories of personal data: name, email address, contact number, correspondence address and/or district, account and transaction records (including orders, payments and refunds).
2.2 When you use the mobile application, we and/or our app service providers may also collect device identifiers (e.g., IDFA/GAID/UUID) and basic technical information (such as device model, OS version, app version and diagnostic logs). We do not collect communications content unrelated to the services.
3. Purposes and Legal Basis for Use
3.1 Provision of personal data is voluntary; however, your name, email, contact number and address/district are required to use or purchase our services. Failure to provide the required data may prevent us from processing your request or order.
3.2 We use your personal data for the following purposes:
(a) Identity verification – to process requests for access, correction and deletion.
(b) Account and activity management – registration, login authentication, notifications and support.
(c) Service delivery – to provide and improve services on the website/app, customer care and after-sales support.
(d) Handling data subject requests – to verify identity and respond to rights requests.
(e) Statistics and analytics – anonymised statistics and data analysis to improve service and product quality.
(f) Internal administration – audit, compliance monitoring and risk management.
(g) Direct marketing – with your consent, to send promotional information about our products/services or those of our partners (which may include media, entertainment and travel, banking and finance, beauty and cosmetics, computers and electronics, real estate, food and beverage, insurance, education, healthcare products, pharmaceuticals, personal care, social networks and related services).
(h) Matching and communications for transactions – where necessary, to transfer your data to Service Professionals (if you are a Consumer) or to Consumers (if you are a Service Professional/Vendor) so that transactions can be completed and both parties can communicate.
3.3 If you are under 18, please obtain consent from your parent or guardian before providing personal data.
4. Retention of Personal Data
4.1 We retain personal data and transaction records until (i) the purposes of collection are fulfilled and (ii) retention is no longer required under applicable laws and regulations, after which the data will be securely deleted or anonymised.
4.2 Our data may be stored and maintained in databases, facilities, servers and backup servers located in or outside Hong Kong. The privacy standards of those locations may differ from those of your jurisdiction. You expressly consent to the cross-border transfer, storage, maintenance and retention of your data for the purposes set out in Section 3.
5. Accuracy and Updates
5.1 To ensure the accuracy of the personal data we hold (particularly contact details), you may receive confirmation or verification requests from us. You may contact us at any time to correct or update your data, or to opt out of direct marketing.
6. Security and Disclosure
6.1 We will not disclose your personal data to any third party without your prior authorisation, unless permitted or required by law.
6.2 We implement technical and organisational measures to protect against unauthorised or accidental access, processing, erasure, loss or use of data and ensure that authorised personnel comply with data protection requirements. Measures include, without limitation:
(a) strengthened password and reset mechanisms;
(b) encryption (e.g., TLS/SSL) during transmission of sensitive data (including name, email, phone, payment information and transaction records);
(c) access restricted to trained personnel with accountability for non-compliance; and
(d) regular security reviews and monitoring.
6.3 Except where required by law or regulation, we do not transfer or disclose personal data to other third parties.
7. Limitation of Liability
7.1 While we adopt reasonable and practicable measures to protect your personal data, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is absolutely secure. Unless negligence on our part is proven, we shall not be liable for any loss or damage.
8. Third-Party Sites and Services
8.1 Clicking advertisements or hyperlinks on the website/app, or using third-party logins, social media, email or other applications may direct or connect you to third-party platforms. Such platforms are not governed by this Policy.
8.2 Those platforms are not owned or controlled by us. Their collection, use and security of data are outside our control. We are not responsible for any loss arising from your provision of data to them or their operations or policies. Please contact the relevant platform for details of its privacy policy.
9. Payment Service Providers
9.1 To complete transactions you may use third-party payment services (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, bank transfer). Any personal data provided to such providers are governed by their privacy policies and are not controlled by us.
10. Cookies and Similar Technologies (Website)
10.1 We may use cookies and local storage to enhance your experience, remember preferences and conduct anonymised statistics. Cookies may store anonymous settings but do not include data that directly identifies you. You may disable cookies in your browser settings; some features may not function properly as a result.
11. Updates to This Policy
11.1 We may update or amend this Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on the website/app and include an effective date. Please review it periodically.
12. Language
12.1 If there is any inconsistency between the Chinese and English versions of this Policy, the English version shall prevail.
13. Access and Correction Requests
13.1 Under the PDPO, you have the right to request access to and correction of your personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact us. (Contact email/phone: to be provided by your team.)
14. Contact Us
14.1 For any request (including opting out of direct marketing), enquiry or comment regarding this Policy, please contact us. (Contact email/phone: to be provided by your team.) We generally respond within 14 business days after verifying your identity.
15. Effective Date
15.1 Effective date of this Privacy Policy: January 5, 2026.