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Privacy Policy

​Last Updated: October 31st, 2024

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At Chadol (“we,” “us,” “our”), we are committed to safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you interact with our website, particularly when using the Business Inquiry and Network Application pages.

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For more detailed information on specific areas, please see the following pages:

 

 

1. Collection of Personal Information

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We collect personal information to provide efficient and secure services. The types of data collected include:

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A. Business Inquiry Page:

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  • Full Name

  • Company Name

  • Job Title

  • Contact Information (Email Address, Phone Number)

  • Business Details (Type of Inquiry, Specific Requirements)

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B. Network Application Page:

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  • Full Name

  • Address

  • Company/Organization

  • Position/Title

  • Contact Information (Email Address, Phone Number)

  • Network Interests (Areas of Professional Interest, Goals for Networking)

 

Purpose of Collection: We collect personal information to respond to inquiries, facilitate communication, and enhance networking opportunities.

 

2. Use of Personal Information

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The personal data we collect is used for the following purposes:

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  • Providing Services: To process inquiries and manage responses effectively.

  • Communication: To provide timely updates, newsletters, and responses related to your inquiries or network applications.

  • Improvement of Services: To analyze and improve the website and the services we offer.

  • Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations in South Korea.

 

3. Legal Basis for Processing

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Under the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) of Korea, our processing of your personal data is based on:

 

  • Consent: We will seek explicit consent before collecting and using your personal information.

  • Contractual Obligations: Processing may be required to fulfill contractual obligations related to your business inquiries or network applications.

 

4. Disclosure of Personal Information

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We do not disclose your personal information to third parties, except in the following cases:

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  • With Consent: If you have given explicit consent to share your data.

  • Legal Requirements: When disclosure is required to comply with legal obligations or governmental requests under South Korean law.

  • Service Providers: We may share personal data with third-party service providers who assist us in delivering services, under strict confidentiality and data protection agreements.

 

5. Data Retention and Destruction

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We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes stated in this policy or as required by South Korean law. When personal information is no longer needed, we securely destroy it in accordance with South Korea’s PIPA guidelines.

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Retention Periods:

  • Business Inquiry Data: 3 years from the last interaction.

  • Network Application Data: 2 years from the date of submission.

 

6. Security Measures

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We implement robust security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure:

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  • Encryption: Personal information is encrypted during transmission and storage.

  • Access Control: Only authorized personnel have access to your personal information.

  • Regular Audits: We conduct regular security audits to ensure compliance with this Privacy Policy and South Korean law.

 

7. Your Rights

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Under the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) of Korea, you have the right to:

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  • Access Your Data: Request access to the personal information we hold about you.

  • Rectify Errors: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time.

  • Data Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal requirements.

  • To exercise any of these rights, please contact our Privacy Officer.

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To ensure a prompt response, our Privacy Officer will respond to your inquiry within 5 business days after notification.

 

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

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We use cookies to enhance user experience, understand user behavior, and improve the website’s functionality. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in our Cookie Policy.

 

9. Third-Party Links

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Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites and encourage you to read their privacy policies.

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10. Data Breaches

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In the event of a data breach, users will be notified within 72 hours if the data breach has affected their personal information.

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11. Jurisdiction

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This website adheres to South Korean privacy laws (chiefly PIPA), and legal jurisdiction will be in South Korea because Chadol is based in South Korea. Regardless, we are committed to upholding digital privacy to international standards for all visitors.

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12. Amendments to the Privacy Policy

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Chadol reserves the right to amend this Privacy Policy. Changes will be effective when posted on this page, and the “Last Updated” date will reflect the latest revision.

 

13. Contact Information

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If you have any questions, concerns, or wish to exercise your rights regarding your personal data, please contact our Privacy Officer:

 

Privacy Officer

Chadol

Thomas Junghyun Yoo

+82) 10-4194-0037

tjyoo@chadolim.com

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