ZenMatcha

Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 15, 2024

Data Privacy and Security

Introduction and Scope

ZenMatcha Co., Ltd. ("we," "our," "us," or "ZenMatcha") is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, make a purchase from us, or otherwise interact with our services.

This policy applies to all information collected through our website, mobile applications, email communications, telephone interactions, and any related services, sales, marketing, or events. By using our services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

We reserve the right to make changes to this Privacy Policy at any time and for any reason. We will alert you about any changes by updating the "Last updated" date of this Privacy Policy. Any changes or modifications will be effective immediately upon posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website.

Digital Privacy Protection

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Register for an account or create a customer profile
  • Place an order or make a purchase
  • Subscribe to our newsletter or marketing communications
  • Contact us via phone, email, or contact forms
  • Participate in surveys, contests, or promotional activities
  • Leave reviews or testimonials about our products
  • Apply for employment or business partnerships
  • Request customer support or technical assistance

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, billing address, payment information, date of birth, demographic information, preferences, and any other information you choose to provide.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns, including:

  • IP address, browser type, and operating system
  • Device identifiers and mobile network information
  • Pages visited, time spent on pages, and click-through rates
  • Referring website information and search terms used
  • Geographic location data (with your consent)
  • Cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies
  • Website performance and error reporting data

Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third parties, including business partners, marketing companies, social media platforms, and other users who refer you to our services. This information may be combined with other information we have collected about you.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for legitimate business purposes, including:

  • Processing and fulfilling your orders and transactions
  • Managing your account and providing customer service
  • Communicating with you about your purchases and account
  • Sending you marketing communications and promotional offers (with consent)
  • Personalizing your experience and improving our services
  • Conducting research and analytics to improve our products
  • Preventing fraud and ensuring security of our systems
  • Complying with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
  • Resolving disputes and enforcing our agreements
  • Developing new products and services
  • Managing our business operations and internal record-keeping

We process your personal information based on various legal grounds, including your consent, contractual necessity, legitimate interests, and legal compliance requirements.

Data Processing and Analytics

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to unaffiliated third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers and Business Partners

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our business, including payment processors, shipping companies, marketing agencies, IT service providers, and customer support platforms. These parties are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the specified purposes.

Legal Requirements and Protection

We may disclose your information when required by law or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, property, or safety, or the rights, property, or safety of others. This includes responding to legal process, court orders, or government requests.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control of your personal information.

Consent-Based Sharing

We may share your information with third parties when you have given us explicit consent to do so for specific purposes, such as participating in joint marketing campaigns or third-party services.

Data Security and Protection

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security practices include:

  • Encryption of sensitive data during transmission and storage
  • Secure server infrastructure with regular security updates
  • Access controls and authentication mechanisms
  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • Employee training on data protection and privacy practices
  • Incident response procedures for potential security breaches
  • Compliance with industry-standard security frameworks

While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but will notify you of any material security breaches as required by law.

Your Privacy Rights and Choices

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request access to your personal information we hold
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured format
  • Restriction: Request restriction of processing under certain circumstances
  • Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
  • Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for consent-based processing
  • Non-discrimination: Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law.

Marketing Communications

You may opt out of receiving marketing communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails, contacting us directly, or updating your preferences in your account settings.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including Japan and other countries where we or our service providers operate. These countries may have different data protection laws than your country.

When we transfer your personal information internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards to ensure your information receives adequate protection, including standard contractual clauses, adequacy decisions, and other legally recognized transfer mechanisms.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. The retention period depends on various factors, including:

  • The nature and sensitivity of the information
  • The purposes for which we process the information
  • Legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements
  • The need to resolve disputes or enforce agreements

When we no longer need your personal information, we will securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with our data retention policies.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13 (or the minimum age required by law in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under this age. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under the applicable age without parental consent, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately so we can take appropriate action.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last updated" date
  • Sending you an email notification if you have provided your email address
  • Providing notice through our website or mobile application
  • Other appropriate communication methods as required by law

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please don't hesitate to contact us:

Address: 〒173‑0037 東京都板橋区小茂根5丁目24‑6

We will respond to your inquiries within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.