COOKIE NOTICE

1. WHAT ARE COOKIES?

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Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device by your web browser when you visit a website. Cookies allow websites to recognise your device, remember your preferences, and improve functionality and user experience.

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Cookies may be:

• Session cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser; or

• Persistent cookies, which remain stored on your device until they expire or are deleted by you.

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Cookies do not typically contain information that directly identifies you by name, but they may be linked to personal data such as IP addresses or device identifiers.

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2. WHY DO WE USE COOKIES?

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We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• ensure the proper functioning and security of the Website;

• remember your preferences (such as language);

• analyse Website traffic and performance;

• improve our Services and user experience;

• enable certain third-party features such as embedded content or social media plugins;

• where enabled, support marketing and advertising activities.

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​3. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE

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A. Strictly necessary cookies (essential)

These cookies are required for the Website to function correctly and cannot be disabled via our cookie settings. They are typically set in response to actions you take, such as logging in, navigating pages, or managing security.

B. Functional cookies

These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make (such as language preferences) and provide enhanced functionality.

C. Analytics cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Website (for example, which pages are visited most often) so we can improve performance and usability.

D. Advertising / targeting cookies (if enabled)

These cookies may be used to deliver advertising that is more relevant to you and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. Their use depends on your consent and Website configuration.

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4. FIRST-PARTY COOKIES (WIX)

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Our Website is hosted on the Wix platform, which sets certain first-party cookies necessary for operation, security, and performance.

Examples include (non-exhaustive):

• _svSession (persistent): identifies unique visitors and tracks sessions.

• _hs (session): security-related cookie.

• _XSRF-TOKEN (persistent): security and fraud prevention.

• _smSession (approx. 2 weeks): identification of logged-in site members.

• _TSxxxxxxxx / _TSxxxxxxxx_d (persistent): security and anti-fraud cookies.

• wixLanguage (approx. 12 months): stores language preference.

• bSession (approx. 30 minutes): system effectiveness monitoring.

• _wixCIDX (approx. 3 months): system monitoring and debugging.

These cookies are generally classified as essential or functional and do not require consent under applicable laws.

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5. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES AND TECHNOLOGIES

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A. Google services (Analytics / embedded services)

We may use Google services such as Google Analytics or embedded Google content (e.g. maps or videos).

Cookies may include (examples):
_ga, _gid, _gat, _utma, _utmb, _utmz, CONSENT, NID, APISID, SAPISID, SSID.

These cookies help us analyse Website usage and performance.
For more information, see Google’s Privacy & Cookie information.

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B. Social media plugins and embedded content

Our Website may include social media plugins or embedded content from third-party platforms, such as:

• Meta (Facebook / Instagram)

• X (formerly Twitter)

• LinkedIn

• Pinterest

• YouTube (Google)

When you interact with such plugins or content, the third-party provider may place cookies on your device and collect information about your visit, in accordance with their own privacy policies.

We do not control how these third parties use cookies or personal data. Please review their respective privacy policies for further information.

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6. PIXELS AND SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES​​

 

Advertising pixels (if enabled)

Advertising pixels (for example, Meta/Facebook Pixel) are small pieces of code that allow us to understand the effectiveness of advertising and, where applicable, to deliver more relevant ads.

These technologies may allow third parties to recognise your device across websites that use the same technology. Their use is subject to your consent, where required by law.

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7. LEGAL BASIS FOR USING COOKIES

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Strictly necessary cookies are used based on our legitimate interest in operating and securing the Website.

Functional, analytics, and advertising cookies are used only with your consent, where required by applicable law.

You may withdraw or modify your consent at any time through cookie settings or browser controls.

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8. HOW LONG DO COOKIES REMAIN ON YOUR DEVICE?​

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The duration of cookies varies:

• session cookies expire when you close your browser;

• persistent cookies remain until their expiry date or until you delete them.

Retention periods depend on the specific cookie and its purpose.

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9. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

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Some third-party cookie providers may process data outside Hong Kong, including in jurisdictions with different data protection standards.

Where such transfers occur, we rely on appropriate safeguards such as contractual protections and recognised security measures, as required by applicable law.

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10. YOUR CHOICES AND CONTROLS

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A. Cookie settings

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can block or delete cookies at any time. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect Website functionality.

B. Global Privacy Control (California users)

If you are a California resident, you may use browser-based signals such as Global Privacy Control (GPC) to indicate your preference to opt out of certain cookie-based selling or sharing for cross-context behavioural advertising, where applicable.

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11. YOUR RIGHTS

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Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict the processing of personal data collected via cookies. Further details are provided in our Privacy Policy.

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12. CHANGES TO THIS COOKIE NOTICE

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We may update this Cookie Notice from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

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13. CONTACT US

 

If you have any questions about this Cookie Notice or our use of cookies and similar technologies, please contact:

 

OX Oceanix Watches LTD (海洋时计有限公司)
TUNG LEE INDUSTRIAL BLDG, ROOM 19C, 12/F
9 LAI YIP STREET, Kwun Tong, HONG KONG

Phone: +852 4609 8549
Email: ox@oceanixwatches.com

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