Privacy Policy
*Last updated: [April 30, 2025]*
Makkari Cottages (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, fill out a form, or book an appointment.
1. What Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
• Your name, email address, and phone number (when you fill in a form or request a viewing)
• Your IP address and browsing behavior (via cookies and analytics tools)
• Any other information you voluntarily provide (e.g., through contact forms or emails)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data to:
• Respond to your inquiries and appointment requests
• Send follow-up emails related to your interest in our cottages
• Improve our website and user experience
• Comply with legal obligations
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on:
• Your *consent* (e.g., when you submit a contact form)
• Our *legitimate interest* (e.g., improving services and responding to inquiries)
• *Legal obligations* (if required by applicable laws)
4. Sharing Your Information
We do *not* sell, trade, or rent your personal data. We may share your information with trusted service providers (e.g., email or booking platforms) strictly for the purposes described above.
5. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal requirements.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:
7. Cookies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to analyze traffic and improve performance. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
8. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy occasionally. Please check this page regularly for the latest version.
10. Contact
If you have questions or concerns about this policy, please contact:
*Makkari Cottages*
Email: *info@makkaricottages.com*
Hokkaido, Japan