Effective Date: April 1st, 2025
Last Updated: April 1st, 2025

Welcome to LocalBound Japan (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website: https://www.localboundjapan.com or use our services. By using our website and services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

Information Collection

We collect personal information such as your name, email address, comments and details (tour request, issues, or other text provided into the form), billing and payment information (if applicable in the future), and user-generated content like reviews, testimonials, or submitted images. Additionally, we may automatically collect non-personal information such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage data (e.g., pages visited, time spent).

Information Usage

We use the collected information to process tour inquiries and requests, respond to your questions, comments, or suggestions, send promotional offers (you may opt out at any time), improve our website and customer experience, manage testimonials and user-generated content submissions, and comply with legal obligations.

Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your data with business partners or vendors in the future, such as third-party tour operators, payment processors, or marketing partners. Additionally, we may disclose information if required by law, court orders, or legal requests.

Marketing & Communication Preferences

We may send promotional offers related to our services. You can opt out at any time by
clicking the “Unsubscribe” link in marketing emails or contacting us at office@localboundjapan.com.

Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to provide services and comply with legal obligations. If you request data deletion, we will remove your information unless legal requirements mandate retention.

User-Generated Content (Reviews & Testimonials)

If you submit a review, testimonial, or image, you agree that we may display it on our website or promotional materials. If you wish to remove your content, contact us at office@localboundjapan.com.

California Residents’ Rights (CCPA)

California residents have the right to know what personal information we collect and how we use it, request deletion of personal data, opt out of data sharing for marketing purposes, and exercise these rights without discrimination. To make a request, contact us at office@localboundjapan.com.

GDPR Compliance (EU Residents)

European Union (EU) residents have the right to access their personal data, correct inaccuracies, request deletion, restrict processing, request data portability, and object to data processing for marketing purposes. To exercise your GDPR rights, contact us at office@localboundjapan.com.

Data Security

We implement security measures to protect your data. However, no system is 100% secure. Please use strong passwords and avoid sharing sensitive details via email.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before sharing personal data.

Change to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”

Contact Us

For any privacy-related questions, please contact us at office@localboundjapan.com.