Privacy Policy

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

At Objectiv, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and handle your personal information when you visit our website or engage with our photography courses. We are committed to transparency and protecting your data in accordance with applicable privacy laws and regulations.

We believe in giving you control over your personal information. This policy outlines your rights and choices regarding the data we collect and how we use it to provide you with the best possible experience.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

When you interact with our website or contact us about our courses, you may choose to provide us with certain personal information, including:

• Name and contact details when you submit inquiry forms or register for courses
• Email address for correspondence and course-related communications
• Phone number if you choose to provide it for direct contact
• Any other information you voluntarily include in messages or forms

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information through cookies and similar technologies:

• Browser type, operating system, and device information
• IP address and general geographic location
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns
• Referring website or source that directed you to our site

Analytics and Cookies

We use cookies and analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve our content and user experience. You can control cookie preferences through our Cookie Policy page or your browser settings. For detailed information about the cookies we use, please visit our Cookie Policy.

How We Use Your Information

Course Communications

We use your contact information to respond to your inquiries, provide information about our photography courses, and communicate course details if you enroll. This includes sending confirmations, schedules, and relevant course materials.

Website Improvement

Analytics data helps us understand which pages are most useful, how visitors navigate our site, and where we can improve the user experience. This information is used in aggregate form and does not personally identify you.

Legal Compliance

We may process your personal data when necessary to comply with legal obligations, respond to lawful requests from authorities, or protect our rights and the safety of our users.

Marketing Communications (With Consent)

If you have opted in to receive marketing communications, we may send you information about new courses, photography tips, or relevant updates. You can unsubscribe from these communications at any time.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted service providers who assist us with website hosting, email communications, analytics, or payment processing. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the services they provide to us.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental regulation, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred to the acquiring entity, subject to the same privacy protections outlined in this policy.

How We Protect Your Information

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security practices include:

Encryption

We use SSL/TLS encryption to protect data transmitted between your browser and our servers, ensuring that your information remains secure during transmission.

Access Controls

Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel who need it to perform their job functions and are bound by confidentiality obligations.

Secure Storage

Personal data is stored on secure servers with appropriate safeguards, including firewalls and intrusion detection systems.

Regular Monitoring

We regularly review our security practices and update them as necessary to address new threats and maintain the integrity of your data.

While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to using industry-standard practices to safeguard your data.

Data Retention

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. The retention period depends on the nature of the information and the purpose for which it was collected:

→ Contact form submissions are retained for up to two years to allow us to respond to inquiries and follow up on course interests
→ Course enrollment information is retained for the duration of your participation and up to seven years afterward for administrative and legal purposes
→ Analytics data is typically retained in aggregate form for up to 26 months to help us understand long-term trends
→ Marketing communication preferences are retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion

Your Privacy Rights

Right to Access

You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you. We will provide you with a copy of your data in a commonly used format.

Right to Rectification

If you believe any information we hold about you is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to request that we correct or complete it.

Right to Erasure

You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions such as record-keeping obligations or ongoing legal matters.

Right to Data Portability

You have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format and to transmit it to another service provider where technically feasible.

Right to Object

You can object to the processing of your personal information for direct marketing purposes or when we process your data based on legitimate interests.

Right to Withdraw Consent

Where we process your data based on consent, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time. This will not affect the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal.

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@valleywindtrail.com. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

Your Rights and Opt-Out Instructions

You are not required to provide any personal information when using this website. If you prefer not to share your data, you may:

→ Avoid filling out contact forms, account registrations, or any data-submitting features on our website
→ Disable cookies through your browser settings (see our Cookie Policy for more details)
→ Contact us directly at info@valleywindtrail.com to request the deletion of any previously shared personal data
→ Unsubscribe from marketing emails using the link provided in each communication

We respect your privacy choices. If you would like us to delete your data, please reach out to us at the contact details provided on our Contact page. We will process your request promptly and confirm completion within 30 days.

Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information from our servers promptly.

International Data Transfers

Our website is operated from Japan, and your information may be processed and stored in Japan or other countries where our service providers operate. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country of residence.

When we transfer personal information internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make significant changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and may notify you through other means such as email if appropriate.

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 changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us About Privacy

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, how we handle your personal information, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Email: info@valleywindtrail.com

Phone: +81 48-252-7582

Address: 3-9-11 Minami-Semba, Chuo-ku, Osaka 542-0081, Japan

Contact Information