Dear users/customers, your personal data and privacy are under the utmost respect and protection of Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd. (hereinafter “We”, “Us” or “Our”). To learn how We collect, process, use and protect your personal data, please view Our Privacy Policy (hereinafter this “Policy”) as follows:
- Scope of Application.
- This Policy explains how We collect, process and use the personal data that users/customers provide when using Our website/application (hereinafter the “APP”) or services, participating in Our activities, signing up as Our member, requesting Our services, shopping on Our website/APP, among others.
- Collection, processing and use of personal data by Our branches, operating sites, subsidiaries, suppliers or partners (including but not limited to commercial organizations and governmental authorities) or affiliates, in the course of acting on behalf of or in collaboration with Us, shall also be carried out in accordance with this Policy.
- Unless otherwise specified in the preceding paragraph, this Policy does NOT apply to organizations other than Us, or persons that are not employed or managed by Us. Below is a non-exhaustive list of situations where this Policy does not apply:
- Where Our website/APP contains a link to an external website, this Policy does not apply to such external website. You will need to consult the external website’s own privacy policy.
- Advertisers of ads on Our website/APP may also collect your personal data, which are subject to their respective privacy policy. This Policy does not apply to, nor are We responsible for the advertisers’ data collection activity.
- If you disclose your personal data such as email and name in Our chatroom, discussion board or similar functions provided by Our platforms or services, to the public or a specific third party, such disclosure is outside the scope of this Policy.
- Data Collection.
We collect your personal data for purposes of verifying your identity as a user of Our website/APP, store or customer services, and providing to you Our services. The scope of collected data is as follows:- When you use Our website/APP, sign up as Our member, request Our telecommunication service, shop on Our website/APP, browse Our webpages, participate in Our promotional or giveaway activities, subscribe Our newsletter, order Our products/services, among others, We may, on basis of the actual needs, require you to provide your personal data, including but not limited to your name, ID card number, mobile phone number, email address, date of birth, gender and address.
- We will store your data as provided in accordance with the preceding paragraph. We will also record data generated from your internet browsing or searching activity, such as IP address, session duration, browser, information stored in cookies, browsing and clicking history, communication history, location, billing information, and usage history.
- We will inform you of the purpose, recipients, time period and other information relating to Our collection, processing and use of your personal data through Our website/APP, store staff or customer service representative when handling your request of Our services, such as“Multimedia on Demand IPTV Service”, “Local Network Service”, “Broadband Internet Service (HiNet)” and “Mobile broadband services”, among the likes.
- You may freely decide whether to provide your personal data (other than those required by law). However, providing insufficient or incorrect data may have an adverse impact on your ability to enjoy the availability or integrity of Our service. Where, in providing the personal data, you deliberately impersonate another, or engage in other activity that is likely to contravene to public order, infringe another’s right, or otherwise violate any applicable law or regulation, We may refuse or cancel your access to Our services, in which case you shall be solely liable for all legal consequences.
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Personal data owner's rights to exercise them
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In accordance with Article 3 of the Personal Data Protection Act (the “PDPA”), your rights and method of exercise in relation to the personal data we hold are as following:
(1) Right of Access
You have the right to inquire about, or review the personal data we hold about you, including the specific purposes for which the data was collected, how it is processed and used, and the security measures adopted for its protection. You may also request a copy of such information. In accordance with Article 13 of the PDPA, we will complete the processing within 15 days. If necessary, we may provide written notice and extend the processing period by an additional 15 days.
(2) Right to Rectification
You have the right to request the supplementation or correction of your personal data. In accordance with Article 13 of the PDPA, we will complete the processing within 30 days. If necessary, we may provide written notice and extend the processing period by an additional 30 days.
(3) Right to Restrict Collection, Processing, or Use
Under the following circumstances, you may request that we restrict the processing of your personal data. In accordance with Article 13 of the PDPA, we will complete the processing within 15 days. If necessary, we may provide written notice and extend the processing period by an additional 30 days.
- If the accuracy of personal data is disputed, we will proactively or upon your request cease processing or utilizing it. However, this limitation does not apply if it is necessary for business operations or if you have provided written consent, with the dispute explicitly noted.
- If you believe that we have unlawfully collected, processed, or used your personal data, you have the right to request that we delete such data or cease its collection, processing, or use. However, we will review whether there has been a violation of the law and respond to you with the results.
(4) Right to Deletion
Upon termination or cancellation of your contract, or if you believe we no longer need your personal data, you have the right to request its deletion, cessation of processing, or utilization. In accordance with Article 13 of the PDPA, we will complete the processing within 15 days. If necessary, we may provide written notice and extend the processing period by an additional 30 days.
However, if required for business operations (e.g., legally mandated retention periods) or with your written consent, we may retain, continue processing, or utilize your personal data.
- If you wish to exercise any of the rights provided under Article 3 of the Personal Data Protection Act as described above, please contact our service centers. If you wish to opt out of receiving marketing communications, promotional offers, or advertising materials, you may also call our toll-free customer service number at 0800-080-123 (for landline and mobile calls, dial 123) for consultation and assistance, or visit the My Service Center website (https://123.cht.com.tw).
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In accordance with Article 3 of the Personal Data Protection Act (the “PDPA”), your rights and method of exercise in relation to the personal data we hold are as following:
- Use of Data
We will use your personal data for the specific purpose stated at collection, and within the scope permitted by the relevant laws and regulations (such as sending your bill, creating a member file, notifying of the relevant services, etc.). Unless with your consent or expressly permitted by law, We will not disclose your personal data to any third party, process or use your personal data outside the geographic area of Our business operation, or use your personal data beyond the purpose of collection. Where the provision of Our services requires the necessary involvement of an affiliate or third party (such as a logistics service provider, a payment service provider, or an information service provider), We will ensure the security of your personal data by carrying out the necessary supervision. - Data Protection.
- We dedicate Ourselves to protecting your personal data with the strictest measures. Our information and communication security measures cover all the networks / systems / software programs / terminals / persons that collect, process or use your personal data. We comply with the most stringent requirements of the competent authority to prevent any unauthorized access to your personal data. In addition, We have systematic personal data protection training programs in place for Our employees. Any one in Our company in violation of the confidentiality obligations will be subject to legal and Our internal penalties.
- Self-protection measures by users: Please properly protect your password and personal data, and refrain from disclosing your personal data, in particular your password, to anyone. Please remember to sign out when you finish your online shopping or checking email. If you share your computer with others, or use a public computer, please remember to close the browser/window when finishing your online activity, so as to prevent others from accessing your personal data or email. If you disclose the aforementioned personal data to others, you shall bear the risks and possible damages associated with personal data breach.
- Use of cookies.
The servers of Our website and APP will use cookies to record the user's behavior. Such information is for statistical and analytical purposes only, does not involve data on your identity, and is used to improve Our products, services, website content, system and ads. The aforementioned information may also be provided to advertisers as basis for evaluating their advertising efficacy. You may adjust your cookie settings on your browser. If you refuse all cookies, you may be unable to enjoy certain functions. - Third-Party Sharing of Personal Data.
We will never arbitrarily exchange, lease or in any other manner disclose your personal data to any third party. However, if required by law or with your consent , we may share your personal data with a third party:- in cooperate with the judicial authorities in conducting investigations in accordance with the law;
- in cooperation with government agencies, for investigations or uses in accordance with laws, regulations, or official duties (for example, when government agencies request or inquire about your personal data in accordance with the law for emergency evacuation, safeguarding public interest, fighting crime, or maintaining social order); or
- based on the commissioning contract relationship, we provide personal data to Our subsidiaries or suppliers who handle it on Our behalf, in accordance with the agreement.
- Amendment to and Inquiries into Our Privacy Policy.
- To thoroughly protect your privacy, We reserve the right to amend this Policy at any time within the extent permitted by the law. This Policy was last updated on July 30, 2026. Any amendment thereto will be announced on Our website/APP, and shall take effect upon announcement.
- By continuing to use the services provided on Our website/APP after any amendment or change of this Policy, you are deemed to have viewed, understand and agree to such amendment to or change of this Policy.
- For any inquiries into this Policy, please call Our toll-free service number 0800-080-123 (123 for landline users and mobile users) or consult Our online service center (https://123.cht.com.tw).



