Privacy Policy

Munkhong Legal ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to handling your personal information with care and in accordance with Thailand's Personal Data Protection Act B.E. 2562 (PDPA). This policy explains what data we collect, how it is used, and the rights you have over your information.

If you have questions about this policy, please contact us at [email protected].

1. Who We Are

The data controller for personal information processed in connection with our services is:

• Munkhong Legal
• 219/3 Srinakarin Road, Suan Luang, Bangkok 10250, Thailand
• Email: [email protected]
• Telephone: +66 2 738 1956

2. Personal Data We Collect

We collect personal data in the following ways:

• Enquiry forms: name, email address, telephone number, and any details you include in your message
• Direct contact: email or telephone conversations
• Website analytics: anonymised usage data through cookies (see Section 6)

We do not ask for sensitive personal data (such as identification documents or financial records) through this website. Such information is only collected when required for a specific engagement and under a separate client agreement.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data on the following legal bases:

• Consent: when you complete and submit an enquiry form
• Legitimate interests: to respond to enquiries and improve our services
• Contract performance: when you instruct us to act on your behalf
• Legal obligation: where we are required to retain data by Thai law

4. How We Use Your Data

Personal data collected through this website is used to:

• Respond to your enquiries and explain how our services may assist you
• Schedule consultations and manage communications
• Maintain records of professional engagements
• Improve website function and user experience through anonymised analytics
• Comply with applicable legal and professional obligations

We do not use your personal data for unsolicited marketing. If you wish to receive updates from us, this is always by your explicit choice.

5. Data Retention

Enquiry data that does not lead to an engagement is retained for up to 12 months, after which it is securely deleted. Client matter records are retained for a minimum of seven years following the conclusion of the engagement, as required by professional obligations. You may request deletion of enquiry data at any time by contacting us at [email protected].

6. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to support basic functionality and to understand how visitors use our pages. Essential cookies are required for the site to operate. Optional analytics cookies are only placed with your consent. You may manage your cookie preferences at any time through our Cookie Policy page.

7. Data Security

We maintain appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, disclosure, or loss. Access to client data is restricted to personnel with a specific need to handle it, and is subject to confidentiality obligations. In the event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will notify you and the relevant supervisory authority within the timeframes required under Thai law.

8. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell or share personal data with third parties for marketing purposes. Data may be shared with:

• Courts and government departments, where required in the course of a legal engagement
• Third-party service providers who support our operations (such as email hosting), subject to data processing agreements
• Professional bodies or regulators, where legally required

9. Your Rights Under Thailand's PDPA

You have the following rights in respect of your personal data:

• Right of access: to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Right to rectification: to request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure: to request deletion of your data in certain circumstances
• Right to restrict processing: to request that we limit how we use your data
• Right to data portability: to receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Right to object: to processing based on legitimate interests
• Right to withdraw consent: at any time where processing is based on consent

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days. If you believe your rights have not been respected, you may lodge a complaint with the Personal Data Protection Committee (PDPC) in Thailand.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites and encourage you to review their policies independently.

11. Children's Privacy

Our services are intended for adults aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under 18 through this website. If you believe a minor has submitted data to us, please contact us so we can take appropriate steps.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in law or our practices. The updated date at the top of this page indicates when it was last revised. Continued use of our website following an update constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

13. Contact for Data Enquiries

For any questions, requests, or concerns about your personal data:

• Email: [email protected]
• Post: Munkhong Legal, 219/3 Srinakarin Road, Suan Luang, Bangkok 10250
• Telephone: +66 2 738 1956 (Monday–Friday, 9:00–17:30)