Privacy Policy
Information We Collect
Akiba Gear Lab collects information to provide services to our users and improve our tech review platform. We collect information in the following ways:
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including information about your web browser, IP address, time zone, and some of the cookies that are installed on your device. Additionally, as you browse the site, we collect information about the individual web pages or products that you view, what websites or search terms referred you to the site, and information about how you interact with the site.
Personal Information You Provide
We collect personal information you voluntarily provide to us when you subscribe to our newsletter, request product consultation, or contact us directly. This may include your name, email address, product preferences, and any other information you choose to provide.
When you make inquiries through our consultation form, we collect information about your product needs, budget preferences, and intendedge to provide suggestions based on our lab testing data.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our service and hold certain information. Cookies are files with small amounts of data which may include an anonymous unique identifier.
You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our service. Our cookie banner allows you to manage your preferences for different types of cookies.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect from you to provide, maintain, and improve our tech review services, process your requests for product consultation, and communicate with you about our latest reviews and buying guides.
Your information helps us understand which products and reviews are most valuable to our-focused audience, allowing us to prioritize testing and content creation accordingly.
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except as described in this privacy policy. We may share your information with trusted partners who assist us in operating our website and conducting our business.
We may disclose your information when we believe release is appropriate to comply with the law, enforce our site policies, or protect ours or others' rights, property, or safety.
Affiliate Partnerships and Sponsored Content
Our website contains affiliate links toese retailers and may feature sponsored content. When you click on these links and make purchases, we may receive a commission. This does not affect our editorial independence or the objectivity of our lab testing procedures.
All sponsored content and affiliate relationships are clearly disclosed to maintain transparency with our readers. Our testing methodology and review scores remain unbiased regardless of commercial relationships.
Data Security Measures
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. We use secure server software (SSL) and other security measures to protect your data during transmission.
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention Policy
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
Newsletter subscriptions and consultation requests are retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion. Website analytics data is typically retained for 26 months to help us understand long-term trends in our audience preferences.
International Data Transfers
As a-focused website, we primarily serve users in. However, our website may be accessed from other countries. If you are accessing our site from outside, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in.
By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your information to and the processing of your information in accordance with this privacy policy and applicableese data protection laws.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information. You may unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly.
You can also request a copy of the personal information we hold about you or ask us to correct any inaccuracies. We will respond to such requests within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable laws.
Protection of Minors
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
If we become aware that we have collected personal information from children under 13 without verification of parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information from our servers.
Third-Party Services and Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, includingese retailers and manufacturer websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit. This privacy policy applies only to information collected by our website.
Website Analytics and Performance
We use analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with our website, which reviews are most popular, and how we can improve our content and user experience.
This information helps us optimize our testing priorities and content strategy to better serve theese tech market. Analytics data is aggregated and does not identify individual users.
Privacy Policy Updates
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new privacy policy on this page and updating the "last updated" date.
We encourage you to review this privacy policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information. Your continued use of our website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us About Privacy
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us at info@draenriver.com or by mail at our Tokyo office address listed in our contact section.
We are committed to resolving any privacy concerns promptly and transparently. Our team will respond to privacy-related inquiries within 5 business days.