Effective Date: 01-01-2010
At nihonway, accessible from nihonway.xyz, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our users. This GDPR Compliance Policy explains how we collect, process, and store personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1. Data Controller Information
Zontal is the data controller responsible for processing your personal data. If you have any questions regarding how we handle your information, you can contact us at:
Email: admin@nihonway.xyz
Website: nihonway.xyz
2. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data
Under GDPR, we process personal data based on the following lawful grounds:
Consent – When you provide explicit consent for data collection (e.g., newsletter sign-ups, contact forms).
Contractual Necessity – When processing is required to fulfill a contract with you (e.g., user account registration).
Legitimate Interests – When processing is necessary for our business interests and does not override your rights (e.g., website analytics, fraud prevention).
Legal Obligation – When processing is necessary to comply with legal requirements (e.g., tax reporting, regulatory compliance).
3. Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following personal data:
3.1 Information You Provide
Name
Email Address
Contact Information
Account Registration Details
Communication Preferences
3.2 Automatically Collected Data
IP Address
Browser Type and Version
Device Information
Location Data (if enabled)
Website Usage Data (via cookies and analytics tools)
4. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
To provide, operate, and maintain our website
To improve user experience and site functionality
To respond to customer service requests and inquiries
To send updates, newsletters, or promotional materials (if opted-in)
To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms
5. Data Storage and Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Once data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
6. Data Security Measures
To protect your personal data, we implement:
Secure server infrastructure
SSL encryption for data transmission
Access controls and authentication
Regular security audits and vulnerability testing
7. User Rights Under GDPR
As a user, you have the following rights under GDPR:
7.1 Right to Access
You can request a copy of your personal data that we hold.
7.2 Right to Rectification
You have the right to request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
7.3 Right to Erasure (Right to Be Forgotten)
You may request the deletion of your personal data under certain conditions.
7.4 Right to Restrict Processing
You can ask us to limit the processing of your personal data under specific circumstances.
7.5 Right to Data Portability
You have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
7.6 Right to Object
You may object to data processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing purposes.
7.7 Right to Withdraw Consent
If you have provided consent, you can withdraw it at any time.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at admin@nihonway.xyz
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to improve user experience and analyze website traffic. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. For more details, refer to our Cookie Policy.
9. Third-Party Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data. However, we may share your data with:
Service providers for website analytics, hosting, and email communication
Legal authorities if required by law
Advertising networks like Google AdSense (with user consent)
10. International Data Transfers
If we transfer your data outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure compliance with GDPR by using approved transfer mechanisms, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or Privacy Shield frameworks.
11. Changes to This GDPR Policy
We may update this policy to reflect legal or operational changes. We encourage users to review this page periodically for updates.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our GDPR compliance, please reach out to us at:
Email: admin@nihonway.xyz
Website: nihonway.xyz
By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this GDPR Compliance Policy.