Privacy Policy

Article 1 (Personal Information)

Article 2 (Methods of Collecting Information)

We obtain personal information from customers through appropriate and lawful means in the following cases:

1. When customers directly input information through information devices (registration forms, etc.)
2. When customers provide information directly through electronic mail, postal mail, written documents, telephone, etc.
3. When information is automatically transmitted as a result of customers' use or viewing of services, content, products, advertisements, etc. (access logs, Cookies, etc.)
4. When information is provided by third parties with the customer's consent.
5. In addition to the above, when obtained legally.

We obtain Personal-related Information from customers or third parties in the following cases:

1. Various identifier information such as Cookies, advertising identifiers (Advertising Identifier [IDFA], Google Advertising Identifier [AA ID], etc.)
2. IP addresses
3. Registration information on the service (account names, etc.)
4. Attribute information (age, gender, etc.)
5. Behavioral history (browsing history, viewing history, search history, application history, purchase history, etc.)
6. Location information
7. Reviews, word-of-mouth, comments (including information related to the posted account name, etc.)

We may use Personal-related Information that has been collected in conjunction with personal information held by us. The purpose of use in this case is as stipulated in Article 3 of this Privacy Policy.

Except as permitted by the Personal Information Protection Act and other applicable laws and regulations, we will not acquire personal information without obtaining the individual's prior consent.

Article 3 (Purposes of Use)

The purposes for which we collect and use personal information and Personal-related Information are as follows:

1. Service Operation:
   • To verify the individual's identity
   • To optimize and provide our services tailored to the individual
   • To process payment requests and confirm payment status
   • To confirm and arrange the purchase and delivery of products or services
   • To send prizes or rewards for campaigns or surveys on our services
2. Support:
   • To respond to inquiries from users and verify the individual's identity
   • To improve the quality of support and ensure accurate understanding of inquiries
3. Guidance and Advertising:
   • To send emails regarding new features, updates, campaigns, and other services provided by us
   • To optimize and display advertisements and content tailored to the individual
   • To provide information about events, seminars, etc., organized (co-organized) by us or our partners
4. Maintenance: For necessary communications such as maintenance and important notifications
5. Safety Maintenance: To identify users who violate the terms of use or attempt to use the service for fraudulent purposes, and to refuse their usage
6. Access and Correction: To allow users to view, modify, delete their registered information, and access their usage history
7. Analysis and Development: To investigate and analyze usage history for the improvement and development of our services and advertising
8. Ancillary Purposes: Other purposes related to the above usage purposes

Article 4 (Use of Cookies and Google Analytics)

Our website utilizes Cookies (mechanisms that temporarily write and store data on your computer through a web browser) to recognize your browser. This enables functions such as storing items in your cart, measuring site traffic, delivering advertisements, and measuring effectiveness. This data is collected anonymously and does not identify individuals. You can disable or delete Cookie functionality through your browser settings, but please note that this may result in the inability to use certain services within our website.

Most browsers allow you to manage Cookie settings through their configuration. This enables you to set your browser to one of the following states:

• Automatically accept or reject all Cookies.
• Automatically accept or reject first-party and/or third-party Cookies.
• Notify before Cookies are placed on your device to choose whether to accept or reject them.

If you wish to withdraw consent later, you can delete placed Cookies and block future Cookies at any time through your browser settings. For details, please refer to your browser's "Help" function or the following links:

Chrome / Mozilla Firefox / Safari / Microsoft Edge

Furthermore, we do not explicitly specify the storage period for Cookies.

About Google Analytics

We utilize "Google Analytics" provided by Google. We collect and analyze browsing history based on Cookies set by us or by Google to understand usage patterns and enhance our services. For information on how Google handles data, please refer to their site.

「How Google uses information from sites or apps that use our services」

Article 5 (Handling of Location Information)

If you consent to providing location information while using our services on your device, we may acquire your location information. Typically, this can be disabled through settings in your browser or device, but doing so might render certain parts of our services unavailable.

You can restrict the acquisition of location information by adjusting the following settings on your device:

GPS Location Information

1. For iOS Devices: Please refer to the following page and adjust settings accordingly:
   https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT207092
2. For Android Devices: Please refer to the following page and adjust settings accordingly:
   https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/3467281?hl=en

Wi-Fi Location Information: Please disconnect your device's Wi-Fi connection using the prescribed method.

Beacon Location Information: Please disconnect your device's Bluetooth connection using the prescribed method.

Article 6 (Changes to the Purpose of Use)

In the event of a change to the purpose of use, we will not exceed the extent deemed reasonably relevant to the original purpose, and will notify the individual or publicly disclose the changed purpose.

Article 7 (Provision to Third Parties)

As a rule, we will not provide personal information to third parties without prior consent, except as required by law. However, this excludes cases permitted by the Personal Information Protection Act or other relevant laws.

• When necessary to protect human life, body, or property, and obtaining consent is difficult.
• When particularly necessary for improving public health or promoting the sound growth of children.
• When cooperation is necessary with national agencies or local governments to execute tasks prescribed by laws.
• When the following matters have been notified or disclosed and reported to the Personal Information Protection Commission in advance:
  • a. Inclusion of third-party provision in the purpose of use
  • b. Items of data provided
  • c. Means or methods of provision
  • d. Stopping provision upon the individual's request
  • e. Methods to accept the individual's requests

Notwithstanding the preceding paragraph, the recipient shall not be considered a third party in the following cases:

1. When we entrust the handling of personal information within the scope necessary to achieve the purpose of use (to delivery companies, etc.).
2. When personal information is provided due to business succession through merger or other reasons.
3. When personal information is jointly used with specific parties (provided that the items, scope, purpose, and person responsible are notified in advance).

Article 8 (Provision to Third Parties in Foreign Countries)

We may entrust the handling of personal information to third parties in foreign countries. Except for cases falling under exceptions, we will obtain your consent for such provision. Information on personal information protection systems in foreign countries can be found below:

• United States (California)
• People's Republic of China

Article 9 (Proper Acquisition)

We will appropriately collect personal information and will not acquire it through deception or other improper means.

Article 10 (Security Management Measures)

We implement the following measures to ensure the security management of personal information and mitigate risks such as loss, destruction, tampering, and leakage:

• a. Formulation of regulations concerning the handling of personal information and appointment of responsible personnel
• b. Establishment of a reporting system for cases where signs of violations are detected
• c. Regular education for employees regarding precautions for handling personal information
• d. Measures to prevent theft or loss of equipment and proper methods for deleting personal information
• e. Implementation of access controls and restriction of the scope of information handled by employees

When entrusting the handling of personal information, we conduct necessary and appropriate supervision to ensure security management by the entrusted party.

In the event of an incident such as leakage, we will report to supervisory authorities in accordance with relevant guidelines and take necessary actions to prevent recurrence.

Article 11 (Supervision of Entrusted Parties)

When entrusting the handling of personal data, we will establish contracts including confidentiality obligations or seek agreement with our terms to ensure security management by the entrusted party.

We entrust the handling of personal information to third parties such as sellers or delivery service providers when necessary for the shipping of products.

Article 12 (Disclosure)

When requested for the disclosure of retained personal data or third-party provision records, we will promptly confirm the individual's identity and disclose the information. However, we may choose not to disclose all or part of the information if it falls under any of the following cases, in which case we will promptly notify the individual:

1. When there is a risk of harming the life, body, property, or other rights of the individual or a third party.
2. When there is a risk of significantly impeding the proper execution of our operations.
3. When it would violate other laws.
4. Regarding third-party provision records, when revealing the existence of such records could pose a risk to national security or public safety.

Furthermore, information other than personal information, such as access logs, will generally not be disclosed.

Article 13 (Correction and Deletion)

1. Users may request the correction, addition, or deletion ("Correction, etc.") of their personal information through specified procedures if the information is incorrect.
2. If we determine that it is necessary to respond to a request, we will promptly carry out the Correction, etc.
3. We will notify the user promptly after performing Correction, etc., or deciding not to perform them.

Article 14 (Suspension of Use)

1. If an individual requests the suspension of use or erasure ("Suspension of Use, etc.") of personal information on the grounds that it is handled beyond the purpose of use or was acquired illicitly, we will promptly conduct an investigation.
2. If it is determined necessary to respond to the request based on the results, we will promptly carry out the Suspension of Use, etc.
3. We will notify the user promptly after performing Suspension of Use, etc., or deciding not to perform them.
4. In cases where suspension is difficult or costly, alternative measures necessary to protect the individual's rights will be implemented.

Article 15 (External Links)

Our websites may include links to external sites. We do not bear responsibility for the handling of personal information or content on external sites. Please contact those sites directly for inquiries or opinions.

Article 16 (Changes to the Privacy Policy)

The contents of this policy may be changed without notice to users, except as otherwise stipulated by law.
The revised policy will take effect from the time it is posted on this website.

Article 17 (Contact Information)

For inquiries regarding requests for disclosure, opinions, questions, or complaints regarding the handling of personal information, please contact the following address: