Effective Date: January 3, 2025

At Ramen365 ("we," "us," or "our"), accessible at ramen365.food, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit or interact with our website (the "Site").

1. Information We Collect

a. Non-Personal Information:
When you access the Site, we may automatically collect certain non-personal identification information, including but not limited to your browser type, device type, operating system, IP address, and technical information about your means of connection to our Site.

b. Personal Information:
We do not collect personally identifiable information unless you voluntarily provide it, for example, by submitting a form or contacting us via email. Any personal information you provide will only be used to respond to your inquiries or requests.

2. Use of Google AdSense

Our Site uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. This involves:

Data Collection:

  • Cookies and web beacons track your browsing behavior
  • IP addresses and device information are collected
  • Ad interaction data is recorded
  • Cross-site tracking may occur

Data Usage:

  • Personalized ad targeting based on interests
  • Frequency capping to limit ad repetition
  • Performance measurement and optimization
  • Fraud detection and prevention

Your Choices:

  • Opt out of personalized ads: https://adssettings.google.com/
  • Manage cookie preferences in your browser
  • Use ad blockers (may affect site functionality)
  • Request data deletion through Google's tools

Google's Policies:

  • Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
  • Ad Technology: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads
  • Partner Data Usage: https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites

3. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use the following types of cookies:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality
  • Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics to understand site usage
  • Advertising Cookies: Google AdSense for personalized advertisements
  • Third-Party Cookies: Partners may place cookies for advertising and analytics

Third-Party Cookie Details:

  • Google AdSense uses cookies to serve personalized ads
  • Google Analytics tracks site usage and performance
  • These services may share data with their partners

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or opt out of personalized advertising at https://adssettings.google.com/

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We share information with:

  • Google AdSense: For advertising purposes, including user behavior data
  • Google Analytics: For website performance analysis
  • Service Providers: Technical service providers who assist in site operation

These third parties may:

  • Use cookies and tracking technologies
  • Share data with their own partners
  • Process data in countries outside your residence
  • Retain data according to their own policies

6. Data Retention

We retain data as follows:

  • Analytics Data: Retained by Google Analytics for 26 months
  • Advertising Data: Retained by Google AdSense per their policies
  • Contact Form Data: Deleted after 2 years unless legally required
  • Server Logs: Automatically deleted after 90 days

7. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your residence, including the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place through:

  • Google's Privacy Shield certification (where applicable)
  • Standard Contractual Clauses
  • Adequacy decisions by relevant authorities

8. User Rights (GDPR/CCPA Compliance)

If you are a resident of the European Union, United Kingdom, or California, you have the following rights:

  • Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data
  • Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of data processing
  • Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data
  • Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us using the contact form below and specify "Privacy Request" in your message.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Children's Privacy

The Site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Site after any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Your Consent

By using our Site, you acknowledge and consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Us

For Privacy-Related Inquiries and Data Requests:

  • Contact Form: Privacy Request Form - Please specify "Privacy Request" in your message
  • Response Time: We respond to privacy requests within 30 days

For GDPR/CCPA Data Requests, please include:

  • Your full name and email address used on our site
  • Specific request type (access, deletion, correction, etc.)
  • Any additional information to help us locate your data