Terms of Service: Audit Preparation and Internal Controls
Last updated: May 16, 2026
These Terms of Service govern your use of ComplianceHub HK and its services. By accessing and using our website and resources related to audit preparation, internal controls, financial documentation, and Companies Ordinance compliance in Hong Kong, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please discontinue your use of our services immediately.
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing our audit preparation resources and internal controls guidance, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to comply with all terms outlined herein. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of our services following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the modified terms. We recommend reviewing these terms periodically to stay informed of any updates. These terms apply to all users, including but not limited to individual business owners, accounting professionals, finance teams, and organizations preparing for Companies Ordinance compliance audits in Hong Kong.
User Obligations and Responsibilities
Users agree to utilize our audit preparation and internal controls resources solely for lawful purposes and in compliance with all applicable Hong Kong regulations, including the Companies Ordinance. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any information you provide and for all activities conducted under your access. We expect users to respect intellectual property rights and refrain from unauthorized copying, distribution, or modification of our materials. You agree not to engage in any conduct that disrupts our services, including but not limited to attempting to access restricted areas or overwhelming our systems. Your use must not violate any applicable laws or regulations governing audit practices and financial documentation in Hong Kong.
Intellectual Property Rights
All content provided on our platform, including audit preparation guides, internal control frameworks, financial documentation templates, and Companies Ordinance compliance resources, is protected by intellectual property laws. We retain full ownership and copyright of all original materials, including written guides, templates, checklists, and educational content. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive license to access and use these materials for personal or organizational audit preparation purposes only. You may not reproduce, distribute, sell, or republish our content without explicit written permission. Any unauthorized use or infringement of our intellectual property rights will result in immediate termination of your access and may expose you to legal liability under Hong Kong copyright law.
Limitation of Liability
Our audit preparation and internal controls resources are provided on an “as-is” basis without any warranties, express or implied. While we strive to provide accurate and current information regarding Companies Ordinance compliance and audit expectations, we cannot guarantee the completeness or accuracy of all materials. We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our services. Your reliance on our resources is entirely at your own risk. We recommend consulting with qualified audit professionals and legal advisors to ensure full compliance with Hong Kong regulations. We disclaim liability for any business decisions made based solely on information provided through our platform.
Termination of Access
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to our services at any time, with or without cause, and without prior notice or liability. Termination may occur if you violate these terms, engage in unauthorized use of our resources, or conduct any activity we deem harmful to our platform. Upon termination, your right to use our audit preparation materials, internal controls resources, and financial documentation guidance ceases immediately. We may also restrict access in cases of suspected fraudulent activity or misuse of Companies Ordinance compliance information. Sections regarding intellectual property, liability limitations, and these termination provisions shall survive any termination of your access to our services.
These Terms of Service may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements. We encourage you to review these terms regularly to stay informed of any modifications. Your continued use of our platform constitutes acceptance of any updated terms.