Zindies Privacy Policy
This English version is provided for your convenience only. The legally binding original is the Japanese version. In the event of any discrepancy between this translation and the Japanese original, the Japanese original shall prevail.
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy (the "Policy") sets forth how the Zindies Project (the "Company") handles users' information in the service "Zindies" (the "Service") that the Company provides. Please review this Policy when using the Service.
2. Information We Collect
In order to provide and operate the Service, the Company obtains the following information as needed.
2.1 Account information: email address, username, password (in hashed form), and the like
2.2 Profile and content: creator information, work information, shop and placement-location information, images and descriptions, and other information that Users register or post
2.3 Device and usage logs: IP address, browser information, access date and time, referrer, cookie identifiers, etc.
2.4 Inquiry-related information: content of inquiries, contact details, and history of correspondence
3. How We Obtain Information
3.1 Direct from Users: information that Users input or transmit through registration forms, settings screens, posting features, and so on
3.2 Automatic collection: access information and operation history obtained automatically using technologies such as cookies during use of the Service
4. Purpose of Use
The Company uses the information it obtains for the following purposes.
4.1 To provide, maintain, and improve the Service, add features, and enhance quality
4.2 For account management, identity verification, prevention of fraud, and ensuring security
4.3 To provide functions such as displaying, searching, and sharing of works, creators, and place information
4.4 To respond to inquiries and to send important notices, communications, and announcements such as changes to terms
4.5 To analyze usage, create statistical data (in a form that does not identify individuals), and improve the Service
5. Use of Cookies and Similar Technologies
The Company uses cookies and similar technologies to improve usability and to understand how the Service is used. Users can disable cookies through their browser settings; however, doing so may cause some features of the Service to not function properly.
6. Access Analysis and External Services
The Company may use external services such as access-analysis tools to improve the Service. Such service providers may use cookies or similar technologies to collect anonymized traffic data. Details will be announced through updates to this Policy or by separate notice when introduced.
7. Provision to Third Parties
Except in the following cases, the Company will not provide personal data to third parties without the User's consent.
7.1 Where required by law
7.2 Where necessary to protect the life, body, or property of a person and consent of the individual is difficult to obtain
7.3 Where particularly necessary for improving public health or promoting the sound upbringing of children, and consent of the individual is difficult to obtain
7.4 Where cooperation with a national agency or the like is required, and obtaining consent could impede the performance of such affairs
7.5 Where data is provided to contractors within the scope necessary to achieve the purpose of use (the Company will exercise appropriate supervision over such contractors)
8. Retention Period
Personal data will be retained within the scope necessary to achieve the purpose of use, and after the purpose has been achieved or upon account deletion, will be appropriately deleted or anonymized in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
9. Security Management Measures
The Company will implement reasonable security management measures, such as access controls, encryption, and log audits, and will work to prevent the leakage, loss, or damage of personal data.
10. Users' Rights
Users may request disclosure, correction, suspension of use, or deletion of personal data. For specific procedures, please contact the inquiry desk below. However, the Company may not be able to comply with such requests due to legal requirements or operational necessity.
11. Cross-Border Transfers
If servers of the Service or its outsourcing partners are located outside Japan, data may be transferred to such countries. In such cases, the Company will implement appropriate protection measures in accordance with Japanese law and any applicable laws and regulations.
12. Use by Minors
When a minor uses the Service, the User must obtain the consent of a parent or guardian before doing so.
13. Changes to This Policy
The Company may amend this Policy as necessary. In the event of a material change, the Company will provide notice by posting on its website or by other appropriate means. The amended Policy shall take effect upon posting.
14. Contact Us
For inquiries regarding this Policy or the handling of personal information, please contact the Company's inquiry desk.
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Effective date: December 1, 2025