Privacy Policy

AshitaCo. (hereinafter referred to as the "Company") has established the following privacy policy (hereinafter referred to as the "Policy") regarding the handling of user information, including personal information, for the AR Game provided by the Company (hereinafter referred to as the "Service"). The Policy is set forth below to ensure transparency and protection of user privacy.

1. User Information to be Collected and Collection Method

In this Policy, "User Information" refers to information related to user identification, user action history on the Service, and other information generated or stored by users or on their devices, such as smartphones and PCs, and collected by the Company in accordance with this Policy. The user information collected for the Service includes the following, based on the collection method:

Information Provided by the User:

- Nickname

Information Collected Through Permissions:

- Device Information: Information such as device ID, gathered when user permits access.

- Camera, Location, and Microphone Permissions: Information obtained through user consent to enhance AR experiences, including location data and audio inputs.

Information Collected When Using the Service:

- Log Information: Details about interactions with the Service, including usage times and durations.

- Cookies and Anonymous IDs: Information used to facilitate navigation and enhance the user experience.

- Location Information: Data derived from GPS or similar technology to provide location-relevant features.

User Inputs:

- All user inputs, including interactions and in-game communications, are shared with OpenAI to enhance gameplay immersion and ensure an accurate and immersive experience through AI-driven features.

2. Purpose of Use

User information is used for the specific purposes related to the provision and improvement of the Service, including:

(i) To provide, maintain, protect, and improve the Service.

(ii) To respond to inquiries and provide user support.

(iii) To address and manage violations of the Service's terms and conditions.

(iv) To notify users about updates or changes to the terms and conditions.

(v) To facilitate other purposes related to Service provision, such as creating statistical data in a non-identifiable format.

Additional uses may include:

- Distributing advertisements and personalizing user experience using device and location information.

- Enhancing gameplay through AI-assisted interactions and features by sharing user inputs with OpenAI.

3. Method of Notification, Publication, or Obtaining Consent, and Method of Requesting Discontinuation of Use

User consent is required prior to the collection of:

(i) Device information

(ii) Location information

(iii) Sharing user inputs with OpenAI

Users can request the discontinuation of the use of all or part of the user information through designated Service settings. Certain information is essential for Service functionality and will only cease to be collected upon user withdrawal from the Service.

4. Provision to Third Parties

The Company will not provide personal information to third parties without user consent, except in cases permitted by law, such as:

(i) Outsourcing necessary tasks within the scope of Service provision.

(ii) Business succession due to mergers or other reasons.

(iii) Compliance with legal requests from government bodies.

(iv) Other cases permitted by the Personal Information Protection Law.

The Service may involve third-party service providers which may collect data necessary for their functionalities, such as Google Play Services, AdMob, and others outlined in the Privacy Policy.

5. Cookies

The Service may use cookies for enhancing user experience. Users can manage cookie preferences through their browser settings, with potential limitations on the Service’s functionality.

6. Service Providers

Third-party companies or individuals may be employed to facilitate our services, and these parties will have access to user information only as needed to perform tasks on our behalf.

7. Security

The Company employs commercially reasonable measures to protect personal information. However, absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

8. Links to Other Sites

The Service may contain links to external sites not operated by the Company. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites visited.

9. Disclosure of Personal Information

Users may request disclosure of their personal information under applicable laws. A fee may apply for such disclosures, as governed by the Personal Information Protection Law.

10. Correction and Suspension of Use of Personal Information

Users may request corrections or the suspension of use of their personal information, following verification of identity, as provided by law. The Company will act swiftly to comply unless legally exempted.

11. Procedures for Changing the Privacy Policy

The Company may update this Policy as needed, with changes notified via the Company’s website. Consent will be sought for changes as required by law.

12. Contact for Inquiries

For comments, questions, complaints, or inquiries about this Policy, contact: support@ashitaco.com.