KIKASETE App Privacy Policy

This privacy policy (hereinafter referred to as "this Privacy Policy") sets out how we handle personal information, etc. acquired by Kids Scope Inc. (hereinafter referred to as "our company") when users use the service (hereinafter referred to as "this service") related to the application software "KIKASETE®" (hereinafter referred to as "this app") provided by our company. As a company that handles personal information, our company recognizes that the appropriate protection of personal information, etc. is an important responsibility, and we will fulfill our obligations set out in the Personal Information Protection Act (hereinafter referred to as "the Act") and respect the privacy of our users.

  1. definition

    1. "Personal information" refers to "personal information" as defined by law, and refers to information about a living individual that can identify a specific individual by any information contained in that information, such as name, date of birth, address, telephone number, contact details, or other description, or by any information expressed using voice, movement, or other means, as well as personal identification codes (characters, numbers, symbols, or other codes (including voiceprints) that have been converted from any of the physical characteristics for use by a computer).
    2. "Data information" refers to anything other than the "personal information" defined above, such as the history of pages viewed or clicked by the user on our website, keywords searched by the user, the date and method of use, usage environment (language, OS version, hardware information, browser type, including .NET information in the case of Windows), the user's IP address, individual device identification information, web beacons, cookies, location information, log files, etc.
    3. Anonymously processed information refers to personal information that has been processed in accordance with the classification of personal information as defined by law, by taking measures prescribed by law, so that a specific individual cannot be identified, and the personal information cannot be restored. The above
      three types are collectively referred to as "personal information, etc."
  2. Acquisition of personal information

    1. When a user uses this service, the Company may automatically collect the following personal information:
      (A) Photographs taken while using the app, audio recorded while using the app
      (B) Device ID information (unique device identification number, etc.)
      (C) App usage history
      (D) Location information
    2. When using this service, users may be asked to register the following personal information as optional items:
      (A) Name
      (B) Email address
      (C) Child's date of birth
  3. agree

    By using the Service, you consent to our use of your Personal Information, etc. as defined in Article 1. We will not use your Personal Information, etc. for purposes other than those set forth in this Privacy Policy without your consent. We will not collect your Personal Information, etc., specifically in a form that identifies you, for the purpose of selling it. You may withdraw your consent at any time. However, please note that if you withdraw your consent, you may not be able to continue using all or part of the Service.

  4. Application of special provisions

    The Company may notify you of special provisions that apply only to campaigns and other uses, separate from this Privacy Policy. In such cases, the special provisions will take precedence over this Privacy Policy for matters stipulated in the special provisions, and this Privacy Policy will apply to matters not stipulated in the special provisions.

  5. Purpose of use of personal information and data information

    1. Any personal information provided by users to our company will be used only for the purposes set out below.
      (A) To properly maintain and manage the User's account in order to provide the Service to the User.
      (B) To introduce new services and details of the Service to the User, as necessary, and to notify the User of special provisions and changes to the Terms of Use.
      (C) To respond to User inquiries and feedback in relation to the Service.
      (D) To display the User's personal information so that the User can view and modify their own registered information and view their usage status.
      (E) To verify the User's identity.
      (F) To enable the User to easily input data, the User may display the information registered with the Company on the input screen or transfer it to other services (including those provided by our business partners) based on the User's instructions.
      (G) To deny use to Users who have violated the Terms of Use of the Service, such as by engaging in prohibited acts or causing damage to third parties, or who attempt to use the Service for fraudulent or improper purposes.
      (H) Purposes incidental to each of the above purposes of use. (F) To enable the User to easily input data, the User may display the information registered with the Company on the input screen or transfer it to other services (including those provided by our business partners) based on the User's instructions.
    2. The data information we handle will be used only to the extent necessary to operate and improve our services.
  6. Provision of personal information to third parties

    1. The Company will transfer and store personal information, etc. acquired pursuant to Article 2 on servers installed by the Company or its subcontractors or subcontractors, and will use it within the scope of the intended use.
    2. With the exception of Article 7, we will not provide personal information to third parties without the user's prior consent.
    3. In order to protect personal information, we cooperate with certain companies and outsource operations to them. In such cases, we require the companies to comply with relevant laws and regulations regarding personal information protection, and we have entered into written agreements with these companies prohibiting them from retaining or using personal information beyond the scope of the outsourced purpose. Regarding disclosure of personal information to third parties other than those set forth in the preceding paragraph, we will notify users in advance of the disclosure and allow users to choose not to disclose it.
    4. Regarding disclosure of personal information to third parties other than those specified in the preceding paragraph, we will notify users in advance of the disclosure and allow users to choose not to disclose it.
  7. Exceptions to provision to third parties

    1. We may provide personal information to third parties without the user's consent in the following cases:
      (A) when required by law;
      (B) when it is necessary to protect a person's life, body, or property, and it is difficult to obtain the user's consent;
      (C) when it is particularly necessary to improve public health or promote the healthy development of children, and it is difficult to obtain the user's consent;
      (D) when it is necessary to cooperate with a national or local government agency, or a person commissioned by them, in carrying out duties prescribed by law, and obtaining the user's consent may hinder the performance of such duties.
    2. Notwithstanding the provisions of the preceding paragraph, the following cases will not be considered third parties:
      (A) When the Company outsources all or part of the handling of personal information to the extent necessary to achieve the purpose of use;
      (B) When personal information is provided in connection with business succession due to a merger or other reason.
  8. Correction or deletion of personal information, suspension of use, etc.

    1. We take reasonable measures to keep users' personal information accurate and up-to-date. However, in the unlikely event that the personal information held by us is incorrect, users can request that we correct or delete their personal information in accordance with the procedures established by our company. To correct or delete their personal information, please contact info@kids-scope.com.
    2. If we receive a request from a user as set forth in the preceding paragraph and determine that it is necessary to comply with the request, we will correct or delete the personal information without delay and notify the user of this.
    3. If we are requested to suspend or delete personal information, etc. on the grounds that such information is being handled beyond the scope of the intended use or has been obtained by fraudulent means, or if we receive a complaint alleging that we are in violation of this Privacy Policy, we will begin any necessary investigation without delay and take reasonable measures to correct the problem, including suspending the use of personal information, etc.
  9. Transmission of personal information and other data to external parties, provision to third parties, etc.

    In order to provide services through this App, analyze usage, and improve quality, we use tools and apps provided by the following businesses to automatically and anonymously collect behavioral history information and device information on this App through said businesses.

    1. Google Analytics (Google, Inc.)
      https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites?hl=ja
    2. Google Cloud Speech API (Google, Inc.)
      https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=ja
      https://cloud.google.com/speech-to-text/?hl=ja
    3. Firebase-Unity (Google, Inc.)
      https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy?hl=ja
    4. AppsFlyer (AppsFlyer Ltd)
      https://www.appsflyer.com/jp/services-privacy-policy
    5. Facebook SDK (Meta)
      https://www.facebook.com/privacy/policy
    6. Gemini (Google, Inc.)
      https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/terms?hl=ja
      https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/usage-policies?hl=ja
  10. Security

    1. We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from loss, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Personal information collected by us from you is stored in an operating environment that employs reasonable security measures and is not available to the public. We are not responsible for any unauthorized access to information by hackers or others who gain access through unauthorized means through no fault of ours.
    2. Please be aware that other websites that you access or share with third parties through our website or the Services may have security and privacy policies that differ from ours, and that may affect the use of information on those websites. We do not guarantee the security of information transmitted over the internet.
    3. Users are responsible for managing their own accounts and passwords and for their confidentiality and security. Please be careful not to give your account or password to third parties to prevent unauthorized access to your personal information. If you suspect that a third party has obtained your password through unauthorized means, please contact us immediately.
    4. In the unlikely event of a technical error, we may ask you to submit a crash report along with certain logs.
  11. Governing Law and Changes to This Privacy Policy

    This Privacy Policy is governed by Japanese law.
    This Privacy Policy may be changed from time to time. Unless otherwise specified by our company, the changed Privacy Policy will take effect when it is notified to users on our website. Please always check the latest Privacy Policy.

  12. Inquiry Desk

    Our company has appointed a person responsible for handling personal information, etc.
    If you wish to obtain your own personal information, etc., or have any inquiries, comments, requests, etc., please contact us at info@kids-scope.com at any time.

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