Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 14, 2026
Last Updated: May 14, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Best Japan Stocks (“we”, “our”, “us”, or “the Site”), accessible at https://bestjapanstocks.com/. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website.

By using Best Japan Stocks, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the Site, our analytics providers (Google Analytics 4, Google Search Console) automatically collect:
– IP address (anonymized in EU/UK per GDPR)
– Browser type and version
– Device type and operating system
– Pages visited, time spent, and referrer URL
– Approximate geographic location (country/region level)
– Anonymous user identifiers (cookies)

We do not collect personally identifiable information (PII) directly through casual browsing.

2.2 Information You Provide Voluntarily

We collect information you submit through:
– Contact form (email address, name, message content) — used solely to respond to your inquiry
– Newsletter signup (email address) — used solely for sending newsletter content
– Comments (email address, name, comment content) — published on the Site if approved

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for:
– Strictly necessary: Site functionality (no consent required)
– Analytics (Google Analytics 4): To understand how visitors use the Site
– Advertising (Google AdSense): To deliver relevant ads (after AdSense approval)
– Affiliate tracking (planned): To attribute referral commissions from partner brokers (Webull, Saxo Bank, etc.)

You can manage cookie preferences through our WPConsent banner, browser settings, or:
– Google Analytics opt-out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
– Google Ads settings: https://adssettings.google.com/

3. How We Use Information

We use the collected information to:
– Provide and improve the Site’s content
– Analyze user behavior and measure article performance
– Respond to your inquiries via the contact form
– Send newsletter content if you have subscribed (you can unsubscribe at any time)
– Display contextual advertising (Google AdSense, after approval)
– Track affiliate referrals (after partnership approval)
– Comply with legal obligations

4. Third-Party Service Providers

We share data with the following third parties only as necessary:

  • Google LLC (Analytics, Search Console, AdSense)
    Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
  • ConoHa WING (web hosting, GMO Internet Group)
    Privacy Policy: https://www.conoha.jp/privacy/
  • WordPress.org / WPConsent / Rank Math (CMS plugins)
  • MailerLite (planned, newsletter delivery)
    Privacy Policy: https://www.mailerlite.com/legal/privacy-policy
  • Affiliate brokers (planned: Webull, eToro, Moomoo, Saxo Bank, Tastytrade)
    Each broker manages its own privacy policy; we link to their sites only.

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

5. Your Rights (GDPR / CCPA / Japan APPI)

If you are a resident of the European Union (EU), United Kingdom (UK), California (CA), or Japan, you have the following rights:
– Right to access: Request a copy of personal data we hold about you
– Right to rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
– Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”): Request deletion of your data
– Right to restrict processing: Limit how we use your data
– Right to data portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
– Right to object: Object to processing for direct marketing or analytics

To exercise these rights, contact us at the email below. We respond within 30 days.

6. Data Retention

  • Analytics data: Retained for 26 months by Google Analytics 4 (default)
  • Newsletter subscriptions: Retained until you unsubscribe
  • Contact form submissions: Retained for 1 year, then deleted
  • Comments: Retained as long as the article is published

7. Children’s Privacy

Best Japan Stocks is not directed at children under 13 (or 16 in EU). We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe a minor has submitted information, contact us for prompt deletion.

8. Security

We use HTTPS encryption, regular security updates, and limit data access to the site administrator. However, no transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

9. International Data Transfers

The Site is hosted in Japan (ConoHa WING, Tokyo region). If you access the Site from outside Japan, your data may be transferred internationally. By using the Site, you consent to this transfer.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted at https://bestjapanstocks.com/privacy-policy/ with a revised “Last Updated” date.

11. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights:
– Email: bestjapanstocks@gmail.com
– Contact form: https://bestjapanstocks.com/contact/

12. Investment Disclaimer

This Site provides educational information about Japanese stocks. Nothing on the Site constitutes financial, legal, or tax advice. All content reflects the personal opinion of the author. Compliant with FTC 16 CFR Part 255. See our full Disclaimer.

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