Otaku Origins Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 01/22/2025
Otaku Origins values its users’ privacy. This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) will help you understand how we collect and use personal information from those who visit our website or make use of our online facilities and services, and what we will and will not do with the information we collect. Our Policy has been designed and created to ensure that Otaku Origins meets, and exceeds, existing privacy standards.
We reserve the right to make changes to this Policy at any time. If you want to ensure that you are up to date with the latest changes, we advise you to frequently visit this page. If at any time Otaku Origins decides to use any personally identifiable information in a manner different from what was initially stated, the user will be promptly notified by email. Users will then have the option to allow or refuse the new usage of their information.
By using SHOPOTAKUORIGINS.COM, you consent to the data collection practices described in this Policy.
Please note that this Policy does not govern the collection and use of information by third-party websites that Otaku Origins does not control. If you visit a website that we link to, we recommend reviewing its privacy policy before providing any personal information.
What Information We Collect
It is always up to you whether to disclose personally identifiable information to us. However, if you choose not to, we may not be able to register you as a user or provide you with certain products or services. This website collects the following types of information:
- Voluntarily Provided Information: This includes your name, address, email address, billing and/or credit card information, and other details required for processing orders and delivering the services you requested.
- Automatically Collected Information: We do not currently use cookies or tracking technologies. However, third-party services (such as payment processors) may collect certain information during your visit. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies to understand their data collection practices.
In addition, Otaku Origins may collect non-personally identifiable demographic information, such as age, gender, browser type, IP address, or operating system, which helps us improve the services we provide to you.
This website only collects personal information that you voluntarily provide through surveys, forms, and emails. We will use this information only for the purpose for which it was requested, and for other uses described in this Policy.
Why We Collect Your Information
We collect your data for several reasons, including:
- To better understand your needs and provide the services you’ve requested;
- To fulfill our legitimate interest in improving our products and services;
- To send promotional emails (with your consent) about products we think you may be interested in;
- To contact you for market research or surveys (with your consent);
- To personalize your experience on our website based on your preferences.
The data we collect will be retained only for as long as necessary. The duration of data retention depends on the relevance of the data, legal or regulatory obligations, and your consent.
Use of Information Collected
Otaku Origins will never sell, rent, or lease any of its customer lists or personal information to third parties. However, we may use the information to help operate our website and ensure delivery of the products and services you’ve requested. This may include reaching out for surveys, research, or to inform you of new products or services.
We also use third-party services (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, etc.), which may collect data like IP addresses or other information necessary for their services. These third-party services are governed by their own privacy policies.
Disclosure of Information
We may disclose your personal information under the following circumstances:
- As necessary to provide services or products you have ordered;
- As described in this Policy or with your consent;
- In aggregated, non-personally identifiable form for statistical analysis or research;
- As required by law or in response to a subpoena or search warrant;
- To outside auditors who have agreed to keep your information confidential;
- To protect our legal rights and comply with our Terms of Service.
Non-Marketing Purposes
Otaku Origins respects your privacy and will contact you for non-marketing purposes (e.g., account issues, bug alerts, security breaches, and updates to our products and services).
Children Under the Age of 13
Otaku Origins’ website is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take immediate steps to delete it or seek verifiable parental consent.
Unsubscribe or Opt-Out
You have the option to unsubscribe from our communications, including promotional emails and newsletters. To unsubscribe, please send an email to SHOPOTAKUORIGINS@GMAIL.COM. To unsubscribe from third-party services, please visit their respective websites.
Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to affiliate or third-party websites. These websites are not under our control, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any external websites before providing them with personal information.
Security
Otaku Origins takes the protection of your personal information seriously. We use encryption (SSL) to protect sensitive data, such as credit card details, during transmission over the internet.
Additionally, access to personal information is restricted to employees who need the data to perform their job functions (e.g., billing or customer service). All sensitive data is stored in secure servers to prevent unauthorized access or disclosure.
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
If you are a resident of California, you have the right to:
- Request Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we have collected about you.
- Request Deletion: You can request that we delete the personal information we’ve collected from you, subject to certain exceptions.
- Opt-Out of Sale: Although we do not sell personal information, you have the right to opt-out of the sale of your data if this changes in the future.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at SHOPOTAKUORIGINS@GMAIL.COM.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Although we do not actively use cookies or other tracking technologies, some third-party services that we use (e.g., payment processors or analytics tools) may use cookies to improve functionality and performance. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Acceptance of Terms
By using this website, you accept the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you disagree with any part of the policy, please refrain from using our website. Continued use of our website after changes to this Policy constitutes your acceptance of those changes.
How to Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: SHOPOTAKUORIGINS@GMAIL.COM