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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 2025-12-06

Last Updated: 2025-12-06

OTORATE (hereinafter referred to as "the Service") respects user privacy and is committed to protecting personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle personal information in the Service.

1. Information We Collect

The Service may collect the following information:

1.1 Information You Provide

Type of InformationWhen CollectedRequired/Optional
Email AddressAccount RegistrationRequired
UsernameAccount RegistrationRequired
Display NameProfile SettingsOptional
Profile ImageProfile SettingsOptional
BioProfile SettingsOptional
Posted ContentReview/Rating Submission-

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

  • IP Address
  • Browser Type and Version
  • Operating System
  • Access Date and Time
  • Referrer URL
  • Pages Viewed
  • Device Information

1.3 Information from External Services

When using social login (Google, etc.), we may collect the following information:

  • Account Identifier
  • Email Address
  • Display Name
  • Profile Image

2. How We Use Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

1. Service Provision and Operation

  • Account creation and management
  • Providing review and rating features
  • Providing user support

2. Service Improvement

  • Usage analysis
  • New feature development
  • User experience improvement

3. Communication

  • Sending service-related announcements
  • Responding to inquiries
  • Sending important notifications

4. Security

  • Prevention and detection of fraudulent use
  • Addressing Terms of Service violations
  • Maintaining security

3. Information Sharing and Third-Party Disclosure

The Service does not provide user personal information to third parties except in the following cases:

1. With user consent

2. As required by law

  • When legally required to disclose information
  • When requested by courts, police, or other public authorities

3. When necessary for service provision

  • Disclosure to service providers (server operations, analytics tools, etc.)
  • However, we require appropriate management from our service providers

4. When necessary to protect life, body, or property of users or third parties

4. Use of Cookies

The Service uses cookies and similar technologies.

4.1 Purpose of Use

TypePurposeRequired/Optional
Authentication CookieMaintaining login statusRequired
Session CookieProper service operationRequired
Analytics CookieAccess analysisOptional

4.2 Cookie Management

Users can disable cookies through browser settings. However, some features may not function properly.

5. Data Storage and Security

5.1 Data Storage Location

User information is stored on servers with appropriate security measures.

5.2 Security Measures

The Service implements the following security measures:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for communications
  • Password hashing
  • Access control
  • Regular security audits

5.3 Data Retention Period

  • Account information: Until account deletion
  • Posted content: Until deletion request
  • Log data: Up to 1 year

6. User Rights

Users have the following rights regarding their personal information:

6.1 Right of Access

The right to request disclosure of personal information

6.2 Right of Correction

The right to request correction of inaccurate personal information

6.3 Right of Deletion

The right to request deletion of personal information

6.4 How to Exercise Rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us through the contact form or email. We will respond within a reasonable period after identity verification.

6.5 Account Deletion

Users can delete their account from the settings page. Account deletion will remove the following information:

  • Account information (email address, username, etc.)
  • Profile information
  • Posted reviews and ratings (optional)

7. Children's Privacy

The Service does not intentionally collect personal information from children under 13. Persons under 13 should not create an account without parental consent.

If we learn that personal information of a child under 13 has been collected, we will promptly delete it.

8. International Data Transfer

The Service may use servers outside Japan. In this case, user information may be transferred and stored outside Japan. By using the Service, you consent to this transfer.

9. Advertising

The Service may display advertisements in the future. When introducing advertising, we will:

  • Update this Privacy Policy
  • Add explanations about advertising-related cookies
  • Provide opt-out methods

10. Changes to Privacy Policy

The Service may change this Privacy Policy as necessary.

  • Important changes will be notified on the Service
  • The revised policy becomes effective upon posting
  • Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes consent to the changes

11. Operator Information

  • Service Name: OTORATE
  • URL: https://otorate.com

End of Policy