１．Basic Concep
Information from users of this website is collected to the extent necessary for the smooth operation of the services (downloads, receipt of various opinions and comments, etc.) provided on the Okayama Infrastructure Box【Okayama iBox】(hereafter referred to as “the Site”). The collected information will be handled appropriately within the scope of the purpose of use.
２．Collection of Personal Information
When personal information is collected through the Site, the principle thereof is that the information will be provided by the relevant user himself/herself. Personal information will be collected for a clearly stated purpose within the scope of the purpose of use. In addition, although such information does not constitute personal information, the Site automatically collects data such as internet domain names, IP addresses and information on browsing the Site.
Management of Cookie
Cookies (Cookie: Information sent from the server to the user's browser to identify the user on the server and stored on the user's computer) may be used to accurately understand the number of accesses, improve the convenience of the browser display and map functions, and the like.
To block cookies, the user can enable browser settings to refuse to set all or some cookies. The user can also delete cookies that have been placed in the past. However, if the user’s browser settings are set to block all cookies, access to all or part of the Site may be impossible.
Use of Google Analytics
Google Analytics is used to understand the usage status of the Site. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect site usage trends without identifying individual users, and the information collected is managed in accordance with Google's privacy policy. For more information, please visit the relevant Google website.
３．Use and Provision of Personal Information
Personal information provided by users will be used within the scope of the purpose of use as indicated below. Personal information will not be used for purposes other than those for which it is intended, nor will it be provided to outside parties, except in certain cases stipulated by laws and regulations concerning the protection of personal information, such as when there is a request for disclosure in accordance with laws and regulations, when illegal acts such as unauthorized access have occurred, or when there are other special reasons.
- To respond to inquiries, comments, and requests related to the Site
- To use data provided by the Site
- To respond to violations of the Terms of Use Agreement, policies, etc. relating to the services provided in the Site
- To notify users of a change of the Terms of Use Agreement related to the Site
- To improve services and to consider/introduce new services
- To reply to enquiries
- To investigate and analyze the status of the use of the Site
４．Management of Personal Information
Personal information provided by users will be managed properly and appropriate measures will be taken to prevent leakage, misappropriation, and falsification, etc.
Any personal information that is no longer needed will be promptly deleted.If personal information is handled by parties outside Okayama Prefecture, e.g. through outsourcing, the same management obligations as above will be ensured.
５．Scope of Application
This Privacy Policy applies only to the Site and does not apply to other websites linked to the Site. The information at the linked websites will be handled under the responsibility of the respective organization.
６．Other
This Privacy Policy may be revised by the Site. Any revisions will be announced on the portal website.