Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 2026

01. Introduction

Ache澈 ("we", "our", or "us") operates the website hongkunzong.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site or purchase our products, including ChromaShift (AI brand color system generator) and Brand Design System Kit (Notion template).

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data with care. By using our Site and services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

02. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

Personal Information

  • • Name and email address (when you contact us or make a purchase)
  • • Billing and payment information (processed by Creem)
  • • Purchase history and product access data

Usage Information

  • • Browser type and version
  • • Device information and operating system
  • • Pages visited and time spent on Site
  • • referring URLs and search terms

ChromaShift-Specific Data

  • • Hex color codes you enter for color system generation
  • • Generated color palettes and brand recommendations
  • • Local storage data (usage count and subscription status)

03. AI-Powered Services

Our ChromaShift tool uses artificial intelligence (AI) providers to process brand, color, and mockup requests you submit. Active providers may include DeepSeek, Volcengine Ark, Tencent Cloud, fal.ai, and OpenAI when enabled.

  • → The brand brief, color input, and mockup prompt you submit may be sent to the selected AI provider for processing
  • → Each AI provider processes this data under its own privacy policy and API terms
  • → We configure providers through server-side API keys and do not expose these keys to visitors
  • → We do not store your color inputs on our servers after processing is complete
  • → Generated color systems and VI manuals are temporary and not permanently stored by us

Note: AI-generated color palettes are based on machine learning algorithms and may not always produce unique or unexpected results. Please review all outputs before commercial use.

04. Local Storage

Our ChromaShift tool uses your browser's local storage (localStorage) to:

  • ✓ Track your daily usage count (to enforce free tier limits)
  • ✓ Store your subscription status (free or Pro)

This data is stored only on your device and is not transmitted to our servers. You can clear this data at any time through your browser settings.

How to Clear Local Storage

  • • Chrome: DevTools → Application → Storage → Clear site data
  • • Firefox: DevTools → Storage → Local Storage → Right-click → Delete All
  • • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data → Remove

05. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us analyze web traffic and customize site content.

Essential Cookies

Required for basic site functionality. These cannot be disabled.

Analytics Cookies

We may use privacy-conscious analytics tools, such as Vercel Analytics, to understand aggregate site usage and improve user experience.

Third-Party Cookies

Creem may set cookies for payment processing. Please review Creem's privacy policy for their cookie practices.

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality. For more information, see our Cookie Policy.

06. Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party services to operate our business:

AI Providers

Used for ChromaShift's AI-powered brand, color, and mockup generation. Current providers may include DeepSeek, Volcengine Ark, Tencent Cloud, fal.ai, and OpenAI when enabled.

Vercel

Our website hosting provider. Vercel may collect server logs and analytics data. Their privacy practices are governed by Vercel's privacy policy.

Visit Vercel Privacy

Creem (Payment Processing)

Creem handles all payment processing securely. We do not store your credit card or payment details. Your payment data is subject to Creem's privacy policy and terms of service.

Visit Creem

Vercel Analytics

We may use Vercel Analytics to analyze aggregate site traffic and usage patterns without storing payment details or sensitive AI prompts.

Vercel Analytics

Notion

Our Brand Design System Kit is delivered through Notion. Purchasing and accessing the template is subject to Notion's terms and privacy policy.

Visit Notion

07. Data Protection

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction:

  • ✓ Secure HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
  • ✓ Regular security assessments and updates
  • ✓ Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
  • ✓ Secure third-party processors (Creem, Vercel) for data handling

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

08. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Customer purchase records are retained for accounting and legal compliance purposes.

If you request deletion of your data, we will remove your personal information from our systems within 30 days, except where retention is required for legal compliance.

09. GDPR Compliance (European Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Data Controller

Ache澈
Email: che.a@hongkunzong.com

Your GDPR Rights

  • Access (Article 15): Request a copy of your personal data
  • Rectification (Article 16): Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Erasure (Article 17): Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
  • Portability (Article 20): Request your data in a portable format
  • Restriction (Article 18): Request restriction of processing
  • Objection (Article 21): Object to processing based on legitimate interests

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

  • • Consent: When you contact us or opt-in to communications
  • • Contract: When processing is necessary to fulfill our service agreement
  • • Legitimate Interest: For analytics, security, and service improvement

International Data Transfers

We use service providers that may process data in the United States, China, Singapore, or other regions depending on the selected AI, hosting, payment, and analytics provider. Such transfers are conducted under appropriate safeguards where required.

Data Protection Officer

For GDPR inquiries, contact us at che.a@hongkunzong.com. We aim to respond to all requests within 30 days.

10. CCPA Compliance (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).

Your California Rights

  • Right to Know: Request information about what personal data we collect, use, and share
  • Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
  • Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale of personal information (if applicable)

Data We Collect

In the past 12 months, we have collected:

  • • Identifiers (name, email address)
  • • Commercial information (purchase history)
  • • Internet activity (browsing behavior, device information)
  • • Inferences (preferences based on usage patterns)

Do Not Sell or Share

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with service providers such as AI providers, Vercel, and Creem who assist in operating our business, but this is not considered a "sale" under CCPA.

To exercise your rights or if you have questions, contact us at che.a@hongkunzong.com.

11. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • → Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • → Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • → Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
  • → Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
  • → Portability: Request your data in a portable format

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at che.a@hongkunzong.com.

12. Children's Privacy

Our Site and products are not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 16, please contact us immediately and we will promptly delete such information.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of our Site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Ache澈

Website: www.hongkunzong.com

Email: che.a@hongkunzong.com

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours. For urgent matters, please include "URGENT" in your email subject line.

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