Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://hidden-gems-in-japan.154news.com (hereafter referred to as “Hidden Gems in Japan,” “we,” or “our”). We are dedicated to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy details our practices regarding the gathering, storage, access, and management of personal information in adherence to various international privacy laws, including but not limited to:

  • Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
  • Quebec Law 25
  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union (EU)
  • Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados Pessoais (LGPD) of Brazil
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), California, USA
  • Colorado Privacy Act (CPA), Colorado, USA
  • Utah Consumer Privacy Act (UCPA), Utah, USA
  • Connecticut Data Protection Act (CTDPA), Connecticut, USA
  • Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), Virginia, USA
  • Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), South Africa

Scope

This policy covers all aspects of our website (https://hidden-gems-in-japan.154news.com), applications, services, and products offered under this domain. Please note that it does not extend to third-party platforms, applications, or services accessed through links on our site, as these entities have their own privacy policies governing data collection and usage.

Processing Activities

This policy is designed to guide you when:

  • Using our applications and services as an authorized user
  • Visiting our websites linked to this Privacy Policy
  • Subscribing to receive communications from us, including newsletters, emails, calls, or texts/SMS messages

Personal Data Collection

We collect various categories of personal data, which include:

  • Account Information: Details required to set up and maintain your account on our platform.
  • Payment Information: Data related to transactions made through our services, such as payment card details, billing addresses, and transaction history.
  • Financial Information: Personal financial data that may be collected for processing payments or offering financial services (if applicable).
  • Purchase Information: Details about products or services purchased from us, including quantities, order dates, and delivery information.
  • Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers associated with your mobile device, such as IP addresses, device IDs, and advertising IDs.
  • Location Data: Information about your geographical location when you interact with our services.
  • Feedback: Comments, reviews, or responses provided by users regarding our products or services.
  • Social Media Information: Data obtained from social media platforms when users choose to connect their accounts for seamless access or sharing.
  • Product Information: Details about the products you show interest in, view, or purchase on our website.

We collect this data through direct user input, interactions with our services, and automated technologies, such as tracking cookies. Additionally, third parties may share personal data with us, respecting their respective privacy policies.

Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device to enhance user experience and provide analytics. We utilize cookies categorized as:

  • Strictly Necessary: Essential for navigating our website and using its core features.
  • Preference: Remembering user preferences to personalize content.
  • Analytics: Collecting statistical data to improve our services and understand user behavior.

Users have the option to control non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing them to customize their cookie settings.

Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data as required by applicable laws for the purposes it was collected. Once these purposes are fulfilled, we securely delete or anonymize the data to prevent reidentification.

Security Measures

We have implemented robust organizational safeguards and security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These include encrypted communication channels and secure third-party processing partners who adhere to strict data protection standards.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children, and any such information will be deleted if brought to our attention.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you have various rights regarding your personal data, including:

  • Access, rectification, or erasure of your data
  • Restriction or object to the processing of your data
  • Data portability, allowing you to move or copy your data
  • The right to withdraw consent (if applicable)
  • Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights or have any data-related queries, please contact our dedicated privacy team at [email protected] or via postal mail at the address provided on our website.

Changes to Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any modifications will be posted on this page, and we encourage users to review it periodically for the latest information.

Contact Information

For any questions regarding privacy, data security, or to request a copy of your personal data held by us, please contact us using the following: