Privacy Policy
Effective: September 27, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how JAPANVERSE collects, uses, and protects information when you use our website, web application, and related services.
Information We Collect
We may collect account information such as your name, email address, profile information, nationality, country of residence, content you submit, saved and liked content, participation activity, and technical information needed to operate JAPANVERSE.
How We Use Information
We use information to provide and improve JAPANVERSE, authenticate users, personalize discovery, operate community features, maintain safety and security, communicate important service information, and understand how the service is used.
Google Sign-In
If you choose to sign in with Google, we receive information made available through your Google account according to the permissions you approve, such as your name, email address, and profile image. We use this information only to create and operate your JAPANVERSE account.
User Content
Content you publish may be visible to other users or the public depending on the feature. Please do not submit information you do not want shared in that context.
Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with service providers that help us operate the service, when required by law, or when necessary to protect JAPANVERSE, our users, or others.
Data Retention & Security
We retain information for as long as reasonably necessary to provide the service, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and protect the service. We use reasonable technical and organizational safeguards, but no online service can guarantee absolute security.
Your Choices
You may update certain profile information through the service. You may also contact us regarding access, correction, or deletion requests, subject to applicable law and legitimate retention requirements.
Children
JAPANVERSE is not intended for children who are not legally able to consent to the processing of their personal information under applicable law.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be reflected by updating the effective date on this page.
Contact
For privacy questions or requests, contact JAPANVERSE through the official contact channel provided on japanverse.net.