AstroServe Co., Ltd., collects access data, including cookies, on its website. This page explains cookies and similar files and their intended uses.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small files that store information such as images or pixels on your browser or device, such as a smartphone. Cookies save information about your online activities and are used to collect data about your browsing behavior.
Purpose of cookies
We use Cookies on the site to make it easier to use and to tailor the information presented to better align with your interests and needs. By using cookies, the site can help reduce the time required when you visit again. Additionally, we aggregate anonymous data to understand how you use the site, which assists in improving the structure and content of the site.
Consent to use cookies
Cookies that aren’t strictly necessary for site access are only used when you have given your consent. You can change your cookie settings for the site at any time. For example, you can refuse the use of certain types of cookies.
*Cookie management is generally available through your browser’s settings.
Types of cookies
The site uses several types of cookies based on their purpose and function.
- Essential cookies necessary for site operation
- These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the site, enabling its operation and allowing users to access its features. Services requested by users cannot be provided without using these cookies. They’re always used when browsing the site, regardless of user consent. Consequently, they cannot be disabled through the site’s cookie settings.
- Functional cookies for improving the user experience
- These cookies enhance the browsing experience by using data provided by users, for example location and language preferences. Persistent cookies remain stored on your device until they expire or are manually deleted. Cookies for improving site convenience
- These cookies collect data on how users interact with the site to enhance
- usability and functionality. They make it possible to determine which pages users visited within the site and which content they were interested in. Specific information includes how many times specific pages were viewed, how many pages were viewed during a single visit, how long users stayed on the site, the order in which pages were viewed, the countries or regions from which the site was accessed, and the devices used for browsing. The IP addresses of users’ devices are automatically anonymized, ensuring that they cannot be linked to personally identifiable information.
- Marketing cookies and third-party cookies
- Marketing cookies and third-party cookies are created by third parties other than the site. These cookies are primarily used by advertising companies and marketing services. They’re employed for purposes such as behavioral targeting, which involves inferring interests based on individual behavior on websites and displaying advertisements for specific information.
*You can opt out of (disable) marketing cookies and third-party cookies at any time from the cookie settings.
Use of Google Analytics
The site uses Google Analytics, a service provided by Google, to understand how the site is being used. Google Analytics uses cookies issued by AstroServe to analyze site usage. We receive analytical results from Google (such as Google Analytics reports concerning user demographics and interest categories) to understand how the site is being used.
The information collected, recorded, and analyzed by Google Analytics does not include any personally identifiable information. Additionally, this information is managed by Google in accordance with its Privacy Policy.
For details on the Google Analytics Terms of Service and Google’s Privacy Policy, please refer to the following URLs:
Managing and deleting cookies
You can refuse the use of cookies or set your browser to prompt you every time cookies are used by changing your browser settings. You can also delete cookies that have already been saved at any time. Please refer to your browser’s help since different browsers use different methods for deleting cookies.
*If you change your browser settings to refuse cookies, you may not be able to use some or all features of the site. Thank you for your understanding.
Inquiries
For inquiries regarding the handling of the Company’s Cookie Policy, please contact us at the address below.
AstroServe Co., Ltd.,
Uemachi Seiwa Building 1F (Reception),
A-12, Uemachi, Chuo-ku, Osaka City, Osaka,540-0005, Japan
Phone : 06-6718-5941 Fax : 06-5718-5942