Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 2024-07-17

AnimeInJapan (“AIJ”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) takes the privacy of personal information very seriously. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information through our website www.animeinjapan.com (the “Website”) and the services or resources offered through it (collectively, the “Services”).

AIJ does not sell personally identifiable information or share it with third parties except as outlined in this document.

COLLECTION AND USE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

“Personal information” means information that can identify an individual, either directly or indirectly. This may include:

• Identity Data: First name, last name, birth year, gender, and other demographic information.
• Account/Login Information: Username, password, email address, and social media handle.
• Forum Information: Information provided when posting in public areas such as comments or forum posts.
• Survey and Contest Information: Contact information provided for surveys and contests.
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device type, and other technical data.
• Usage Data: Information about how you use our Website and Services.

We use personal information to:

• Set up and manage your account.
• Verify your identity or contact you.
• Administer contests and promotional opportunities.
• Process payments.
• Respond to inquiries.
• Protect and secure our systems.
• Understand and improve the Services and Website.
• Meet legal and regulatory requirements.

We may use your personal information to send newsletters and communications about the Services. You can opt-out of promotional communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in the email.

INFORMATION COLLECTED AUTOMATICALLY

• Visiting our Website: We collect IP addresses and other information such as page requests, browser type, and time spent on our Website.
• Cookies: Our Website uses cookies to remember preferences and authenticate users. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but this may limit functionality. For more details on how AnimeInJapan uses cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
• Analytics: We use third-party services like Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our Website. Information is used in an aggregate, non-identifiable form.
• Ad Networks: We use advertising networks to serve ads based on browsing and purchase history. Third-party services may use cookies and tracking technologies governed by their privacy policies.

DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

• Affiliates: We may share information with related companies for processing and reporting.
• Service Providers: Third parties providing services on our behalf, such as hosting and data analytics, are given necessary information and are restricted from using it for their own purposes.
• Sale of Business: Personal information may be transferred in the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale.
• Legal: Information may be disclosed in response to legal inquiries or orders, or to detect and prevent fraud.

INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

We may process your personal information outside your jurisdiction, where different privacy laws may apply. By providing your information, you consent to such transfers.

LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING

We process personal information based on consent, contractual necessity, legitimate business interests, or legal obligations. You can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us, but this may affect our ability to provide certain services.

THIRD PARTY SITES

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites with their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for their practices and encourage you to read their privacy policies.

SECURITY OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

We implement security measures to protect personal information but cannot guarantee complete security. Users are responsible for keeping their passwords confidential and should be cautious when sharing information in public areas.

RETENTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

We retain personal information as long as necessary for the purposes outlined, in accordance with legal requirements and business practices.

CHILDREN’S PRIVACY RIGHTS

Our Services are intended for individuals over 13 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

YOUR RIGHTS

You may request access to or correction of your personal information, object to its use, request its deletion or restriction, or withdraw your consent by contacting us. Your rights are subject to legal restrictions.

UPDATES TO OUR PRIVACY POLICY

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. The revised policy will be posted on our Website. Please refer to it for the latest information on our practices.

CONTACT US

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our personal information practices, please contact our Privacy Officer at [email protected].