Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy outlines the principles that FeelStyle (https://feel-style.net/) (hereinafter referred to as “this site”) adheres to when handling personal information or information equivalent to it in the various services provided through this site (such as information provision and contact forms) for visitors to this site (hereinafter referred to as “visitors”).

1. Basic Policy

This site recognizes the importance of personal information and considers its protection a social responsibility. We comply with laws and regulations related to personal information, and we handle the acquisition, use, and management of such information appropriately. The collected information will be handled properly within the scope of its intended use.

2. Scope of Application

This Privacy Policy applies only to this website.

3. Acquisition and Use of Personal Information

This site collects personal information from users and uses it for the purposes described below. The information and storage periods are as follows:

3-1. When Leaving Comments

When users leave comments on the site, the following personal information is collected:

• Name (nickname) entered in the comment form

• Email address entered in the comment form

• Content of the comment

• IP address

• Browser user agent string

The browser user agent string helps identify which browser the user is using (e.g., Firefox, Chrome).

This information allows for the auto-fill of name and email on future visits, enhancing user convenience.

A hashed string created from the user’s email address may be provided to the Gravatar service to check if the user is using it. The Gravatar privacy policy is available here.

3-1-1. Purpose of Use

The collected information is used to prevent spam and abuse, improve user convenience, and may be referenced in content like “User comments on this topic” within the site.

Once approved, the comment and the associated profile image will be publicly visible.

3-1-2. Storage Period

Comments and their metadata are stored for three years.

Users can choose to save their personal information in the browser for future use.

3-1-3. What This Site Can Do Regarding Comments

If users have previously left comments, they may request an export file of their personal information stored on this site. Confirmation will be sent to the user’s email.

Users may also request deletion of their personal data. However, information required for management, legal, or security reasons may be retained. Email confirmation is required for deletion.

3-2. When Submitting an Inquiry

This site has a contact form. When users submit an inquiry, the following personal information is collected:

• Name (nickname) entered in the form

• Email address entered in the form

• Content of the inquiry

3-2-1. Purpose of Use

The information is used to respond to inquiries and manage user records. Keeping previous inquiries helps us respond more accurately to future questions from the same user. Inquiry content may also be featured in articles like “We received a question from a user.”

3-2-2. Storage Period

Information submitted via the contact form is stored for three years.

3-2-3. Consent to Collection

Users are prompted to read this privacy policy before submitting an inquiry. Submission of the inquiry implies agreement with the privacy policy.

3-3. Use of Cookies

This site may send cookies to the user’s computer.

A cookie is a system that stores browsing history and input data as a file on the user’s computer when a website is used.

3-3-1. Purpose of Use

Cookies are used to improve the convenience of users when browsing this site.
For example, the site can personalize displays based on past visits.

If the browser is set to allow cookies, the website can retrieve cookie data from the user’s browser.
For privacy, the browser only sends cookies from the website’s server.

3-3-2. Storage Period

Cookies related to comments left on this site are stored for one year.

3-3-3. Cookies Collected by Third Parties

This site may display ads from third-party providers such as Google and Yahoo.

These providers may use cookie data to deliver appropriate ads based on the user’s previous visits to this or other sites.
Cookies collected by third parties are handled according to their respective privacy policies.

3-3-4. Opting Out of Third-Party Advertising Cookies

Users can opt out of third-party cookie-based advertising via the opt-out pages provided by those third parties.

3-3-5. Cookie Settings

Users can choose to allow all cookies, block all cookies, or receive notifications when cookies are sent.
Settings vary by browser—please refer to your browser’s help menu.

Note: Blocking all cookies may limit the availability of some services that require authentication.

4. Management of Personal Information

This site is committed to the proper management of personal information provided by users through the following measures:

4-1. Ensuring Accuracy

We strive to keep all user-provided information accurate and up to date.

4-2. Security Measures

We implement appropriate security measures to prevent leakage, loss, or damage of personal information.

4-3. Disposal of Information

When personal information is no longer needed, we will promptly dispose of it.

4-4. Requests for Disclosure, Correction, or Deletion

Users may request disclosure, correction, addition, deletion, or suspension of use of their personal information.
Once identity is verified, we will respond promptly.

For such requests, please contact us via the inquiry form.

5. Disclosure to Third Parties

This site will not provide users’ personal information to third parties without the user’s consent.
If we decide to provide personal information to a third party in the future, we will clearly state what data will be shared and for what purpose, and only proceed after obtaining the user’s consent.

6. Personal Information from Minors

If a minor submits a comment or inquiry through this site, it is assumed that they have obtained parental consent.
Submitting a comment or inquiry implies that parental consent has been granted regarding this privacy policy.

7. Contact Information

For inquiries regarding this site or the handling of personal information, please use the contact form below.

Site Operator: Nursery Style Inc.
Contact: [Contact Form]

8. Access Analytics Tool

This site uses “Google Analytics,” a web analytics tool provided by Google.

Google Analytics uses cookies to collect traffic data. This data is collected anonymously and does not identify individuals.

Cookies related to Google Analytics are retained for 26 months.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings to prevent data collection.

For more details, see Google Analytics Terms of Service and
How Google uses data when you use our partners’ sites or apps.

9. Third-Party Advertising Services

This site uses third-party advertising services, including Google AdSense.

These third-party vendors may use cookies to deliver ads based on users’ interests and past visits to this or other websites.

Users can disable personalized ads via Google’s Ads Settings.
Additionally, users can disable third-party cookies used for personalized ads by visiting www.aboutads.info.

If users do not disable third-party ads, ads provided by advertising networks may still appear on this site.

For details on authorized third-party vendors by Google, please refer to this page.

10. Amazon Affiliate Disclosure

As an Amazon Associate, Nursery Style Inc. earns from qualifying purchases.

Third parties (such as Amazon and other advertisers) may deliver content and advertisements, collect information directly from users, and place or recognize cookies in their browsers.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This site complies with Japanese laws regarding personal information and will regularly review and improve the contents of this privacy policy.
Any revisions will be clearly disclosed on this page.

Enacted: August 29, 2023