Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy (hereinafter the “Policy”) explains how this website (the “Site”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information in accordance with applicable laws, including the Personal Information Protection Act of the Republic of Korea. This Policy is publicly available at all times through the Site’s footer and related sections.

Article 1 (Scope and Definitions)

1. This Policy applies to all personal information provided by users or automatically collected while using the Site.

2. “Personal Information” refers to information about a living individual that can identify a person directly or indirectly, such as a name or email address, including information that can be easily combined with other data to identify a specific individual.

Article 2 (Items of Personal Information Collected)

The Site collects the minimum personal information necessary to provide services and respond to inquiries as outlined below.

1. Contact/Inquiry Forms : Name (or nickname), email address, phone number (optional), inquiry details, attachments (optional)

2. Comments : Name (or nickname), email address, IP address, user agent (for spam prevention and security purposes)

3. Membership & Login : Username, password, email address, nickname, profile information (optional), access logs (IP, access date/time)

4. Newsletter/Mailing : Email address, subscription/withdrawal records, mailing logs

5. Advertising & Affiliates : Cookies/device IDs, visit statistics, click records, and conversion data (primarily in a non-identifiable format)

6. Automatically Collected Data : Cookies, IP address, browser/OS information, visit time, usage logs, referrer URL, and similar technical data

※ Optional items are collected only when the relevant services are used and may vary depending on the plugins or services installed.

Article 3 (Purpose of Collecting and Using Personal Information)

1. To respond to inquiries and handle civil complaints

2. To operate community and comment features, identify users, and prevent misuse

3. To provide membership services, manage accounts, and deliver notices/announcements

4. To manage newsletter subscriptions and email communications

5. To analyze service usage and improve features and content

6. To display personalized content or advertising and measure advertising performance

7. To comply with legal obligations and retain necessary records

Article 4 (Retention and Use Period)

1. Personal information is destroyed without delay once the purpose of collection has been achieved.

2. However, certain information may be retained for the periods below:

1) Inquiry/complaint records: 3 years after resolution

2) Member account information: Deleted immediately upon withdrawal (up to 3 years may be retained for dispute resolution, if necessary)

3) Records on contracts, payments, or service delivery (if applicable): 5 years

4) Access logs and service usage records: 3 months–1 year (for security and dispute prevention)

5) Where retention is required by law: Retained in accordance with legal standards

1. The Site uses cookies for personalized services, analytics, and advertising performance measurement. Cookies do not store information that can directly identify an individual.

2. Cookie Consent Banner: The Site may provide a cookie consent banner upon first visit or when major changes occur. Users may selectively accept or refuse non-essential cookies such as analytics or marketing cookies.

3. How to block or delete cookies via browser settings (examples):

1) Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data

2) Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions

3) Safari: Settings > Privacy > Block cookies

4) Mobile browsers: Check each app’s settings menu

4. Refusing certain cookies may limit personalized features, statistics, or advertising services.

Article 6 (Provision of Personal Information to Third Parties)

1. The Site does not provide personal information to third parties without user consent.

2. However, personal information may be provided in the following cases:

1) When the user has given prior consent

2) When required by law or a valid request from investigative authorities

Article 7 (Outsourcing of Personal Information Processing)

The Site may outsource certain operations to improve efficiency. In such cases, the Site supervises the service providers (“processors”) in accordance with applicable laws.

1. System hosting and infrastructure management

2. Web analytics and statistics (including cookie-based analytics)

3. Advertising and affiliate program operations

4. Email or newsletter services (subscription management and bulk mailing)

※ Specific processors and outsourcing details may vary depending on the services used and will be disclosed in this Policy if changes occur.

Article 8 (Transfer of Personal Information Overseas)

The Site currently does not transfer personal information outside of Korea. If such transfers become necessary, the Site will notify users in advance and obtain consent by specifying the recipient, destination country, transfer date, transfer method, and retention period.

Article 9 (Destruction of Personal Information)

1. Personal information is destroyed without delay once the retention period has expired or the purpose of processing has been fulfilled. If retention is required by law, the information will be stored separately and then destroyed after the applicable period.

2. Destruction method: Electronic files are permanently deleted using technical measures to prevent recovery, and printed materials are shredded or incinerated.

Article 10 (Rights of Users and Legal Representatives)

1. Users may request access, correction, deletion, or suspension of their personal information at any time.

2. Requests may be submitted by email (see contact information below) and will be processed after identity verification. However, certain requests may be restricted when retention is required by law.

3. If the user is under the age of 14, their legal representative may exercise these rights on their behalf. The Site does not intentionally provide services directed at children under the age of 14.

Article 11 (Measures to Ensure Security)

The Site takes the following measures to ensure the protection of personal information:

1. Administrative measures: Internal management plans, minimum access principle, routine staff training

2. Technical measures: Access control, encryption (such as password hashing), security software and periodic inspections, logging and monitoring

3. Physical measures: Access restrictions to computer and storage facilities (if applicable)

Article 12 (Links and External Services)

1. The Site may contain links, banners, embedded content (e.g., videos, social plugins, advertisements), or external services. In such cases, the privacy policies of the respective third-party providers apply.

2. When users click affiliate links (e.g., Coupang Partners) and are redirected to external websites, the collection and processing of personal information are governed by those third parties.

Article 13 (Advertising, Affiliates, and Analytics Tools)

1. The Site may use advertising networks and affiliate programs to generate revenue. Cookies, device identifiers, visit logs, and conversion data may be used for these purposes.

2. The Site may use web analytics tools to analyze traffic and improve services. Users may opt out of analytics or marketing cookies via the cookie banner or browser settings.

Article 14 (Contact Information)

For inquiries, complaints, or requests regarding personal information, please contact the Site at the following email address:

– Email : jongkoon@gmail.com

Article 15 (Amendments and Effective Date)

1. If this Policy is amended, added, or deleted, users will be notified at least 7 days in advance through the Site. However, if changes significantly affect user rights, notice will be provided at least 30 days in advance.

2. This Privacy Policy is effective as of 2025-10-24.