Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 15, 2025

Marine Wildlife Explorer Japan ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website wildlifejapan.org. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and purchase our products.

Summary: We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This policy will inform you about how we handle your personal information, your privacy rights, and how the law protects you.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

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

The personal information we collect may include:

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activities, including:

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These technologies help us:

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

2.1 Order Processing and Fulfillment

2.2 Customer Service and Communication

2.3 Marketing and Promotions

2.4 Website Improvement and Analytics

2.5 Legal Compliance and Protection

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

3.1 Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our business, including:

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to:

3.3 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, asset sale, or bankruptcy, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control of your personal information.

3.4 With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when you have given us explicit consent to do so.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security measures include:

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. 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. Factors determining our retention periods include:

When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

6. Your Privacy Rights

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

6.1 Access and Portability

You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to receive a copy in a structured, commonly used format.

6.2 Correction

You can request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information.

6.3 Deletion

You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.

6.4 Restriction and Objection

You can request that we restrict processing of your information or object to certain processing activities.

6.5 Withdrawal of Consent

Where we rely on your consent, you can withdraw it at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal.

6.6 Marketing Communications

You can opt out of receiving marketing communications by:

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@vintagerepairde.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

7. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

Parents or guardians who believe we may have collected information from a child under 13 should contact us immediately.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country.

When we transfer information internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including social media platforms, payment processors, and partner organizations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit. This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected through our website.

10. Analytics and Advertising

10.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and usage patterns. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about how visitors use our site. This information is used to compile reports and help us improve our website.

You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

10.2 Facebook Pixel

We use Facebook Pixel to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns and deliver targeted advertisements. Facebook may use this information for its own advertising purposes in accordance with Facebook's Data Policy.

You can control how Facebook uses your information through your Facebook settings and ad preferences.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

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

Your continued use of our website after changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Marine Wildlife Explorer Japan
41C Beer Artery
Dimitrichester, TAS 2638
Japan

Email: info@vintagerepairde.com
Phone: +50095411

Registration Number: 88544690

13. Dispute Resolution

If you have concerns about how we handle your personal information, we encourage you to contact us first so we can address your concerns. If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

14. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@vintagerepairde.com with the subject line "California Privacy Rights Request."

15. European Privacy Rights

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including those described in Section 6 above. We process your personal information based on the following legal grounds:

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority if you believe we have violated your privacy rights.

Your Privacy Matters

At Marine Wildlife Explorer Japan, we are committed to transparency and respect for your privacy. We continuously review and improve our practices to ensure your personal information remains protected. Thank you for trusting us with your information.