Last updated: November 2025
The Watch Savvy (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the responsible handling of your personal data.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our website, services, and related communication channels (collectively, the “Services”).
By using our Services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately.
1. Company Information
Entity name: Yuzheng Trading Limited
Jurisdiction: Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Registered address: UNIT 1802, 18/F, PODIUM PLAZA,5 HANOI ROAD,TSIM SHA TSUI,HONG KONG
Contact email: privacy@thewatchsavvy.com
We are a company specializing in the authentication, buying, and selling of pre‑owned luxury watches.
2. Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of data from you:
A. Information You Provide Directly
- Full name, contact number, and delivery address
- Email address and communication preferences
- Identity verification documents (e.g. ID, passport, or business license for dealers)
- Payment details and transaction records (processed via secure escrow service providers)
- Watch details, listing descriptions, and uploaded media
- Customer‑service communications and inquiry logs
B. Automatically Collected Data
- IP address, browser type, and access time
- Device identifiers and session cookies
- Site usage analytics (pages viewed, actions taken, referring URLs)
- Location information (if enabled on your device or browser)
C. Third‑Party Data
We may receive limited data about you from:
- Payment gateways or escrow partners (e.g. transaction ID, payment status)
- Shipping and logistics providers (tracking and delivery confirmation)
- Identity or anti‑fraud verification services
- Marketing partners and advertising analytics tools
3. Purposes of Data Collection
We collect and use personal data strictly for legitimate business purposes, including:
- Transaction processing: to facilitate the purchase or sale of watches via our platform.
- Account management: to register, verify, and maintain user accounts.
- Authentication and compliance: to confirm watch authenticity and comply with anti‑fraud or anti‑money‑laundering (AML) regulations.
- Customer support: to respond to your inquiries and resolve disputes.
- Marketing and communication: to send updates, offers, and relevant watch‑related content (only with your prior consent).
- Website improvements: to analyze performance, monitor usage trends, and enhance functionality.
- Legal obligations: to comply with Hong Kong SAR laws, PDPO requirements, and international trade regulations.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Under the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance, and consistent with global data‑protection principles, we process your personal data on the following bases:
- Your consent — when you register, subscribe, or otherwise authorize data use.
- Contractual necessity — when processing is required to perform a transaction or provide services.
- Legal compliance — to meet statutory obligations (customs, tax, AML).
- Legitimate interests — such as fraud prevention, business development, and research.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar tools to:
- Maintain session login and language preferences;
- Personalize your experience;
- Analyze site‑traffic patterns through services like Google Analytics.
You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though certain features of our site may not function properly.
6. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal data.
We may, however, share data with:
| Recipient | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Payment / Escrow Providers | To process secure payments and maintain transaction records |
| Shipping & Logistics Partners | To arrange insured delivery and provide tracking updates |
| Authentication Experts / Watchmakers | To verify authenticity and condition of watches |
| Fraud / AML Screening Agencies | To comply with regulatory obligations |
| IT & Cloud Service Providers | For hosting, storage, backup, and analytics |
| Legal or Government Authorities | When required by law, regulation, or legal process |
All third‑party partners are bound by contractual obligations to protect the confidentiality and security of your data.
7. International Data Transfers
As we serve a global clientele, your personal data may be transferred and processed outside Hong Kong (for example, to our payment or logistics partners).
When such transfers occur, we ensure that appropriate safeguards exist — including contracts reflecting PDPO / GDPR‑equivalent data‑protection standards.
8. Data Retention and Deletion
- Transaction and verification records are retained for a minimum of 7 years, in accordance with Hong Kong’s statutory record‑keeping requirements.
- Marketing and account data are retained only for as long as necessary to serve the original purpose or until you request deletion.
- Once information is no longer required, it will be securely erased or anonymized.
9. Your Rights
Under the PDPO, you have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: Request rectification of inaccurate or outdated data.
- Deletion: Request erasure of data no longer necessary for business or legal use.
- Opt‑out: Withdraw consent from receiving marketing communications at any time.
Requests can be made by emailing privacy@thewatchsavvy.com.
We may verify your identity before processing any request.
10. Data Security
We adopt industry‑standard measures to safeguard your data:
- TLS / SSL encryption for all data transmissions
- Firewalls and access‑control systems for server environments
- Regular vulnerability assessment and security audits
- Limited personnel access to client and payment information
However, please note that no electronic transmission can be guaranteed 100 % secure.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our Services are intended for individuals aged 18 or older.
We do not knowingly collect data from minors.
If you believe a minor has provided us data, contact us immediately to remove it.
12. Marketing and Communications
We may send promotional communications about watches, events, or services only if you have opted in.
You may unsubscribe at any time using the link in an email or by contacting us.
We do not send spam or unauthorized third‑party offers.
13. Links to External Websites
Our website may contain links to external websites not operated by The Watch Savvy.
We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of such third‑party sites, and this Policy does not apply to them.
14. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect operational or legal changes.
The revised version will be posted on our website with a new “Last Updated” date.
Continued use of our Services after publication means you accept the changes.
15. Contact Us
If you have questions, requests, or complaints about data protection, please contact:
Yuzheng Trading Limited
📮 Email: support@thewatchsavvy.com
🌍 Website: thewatchsavvy.com
🏠 Registered Address: UNIT 1802, 18/F, PODIUM PLAZA,5 HANOI ROAD,TSIM SHA TSUI,HONG KONG