Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 15, 2025

At SyncNodeNet, we take your privacy seriously. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you work with us.

Who We Are

SyncNodeNet operates from Japan, specializing in custom mobile solution development for businesses across various industries. We're committed to respecting your privacy while delivering the technical services you need.

When you reach out to us or use our services, you trust us with your information. We don't take that lightly.

Our Promise: We'll never sell your data to third parties. Period. Your information stays between us and the specific technical partners needed to complete your project.

Information We Collect

Let's be clear about what we gather and why we need it.

Information You Give Us Directly

  • Contact details: name, email, phone number, company name
  • Project requirements: technical specifications, business goals, timeline preferences
  • Communication records: emails, meeting notes, project discussions
  • Billing information: necessary for invoicing and payment processing

Information We Collect Automatically

When you visit our website, we collect basic technical data:

  • IP address and general location (city/region level)
  • Browser type and device information
  • Pages you visit and time spent on our site
  • How you found us (referral source)

This helps us understand who's interested in our services and how they use our website. Nothing invasive, just standard web analytics.

How We Use Your Information

Everything we collect serves a specific purpose related to delivering our services.

Purpose What It Means
Service Delivery Building your mobile solution, managing your project, communicating progress
Business Operations Invoicing, contract management, maintaining accurate records
Communication Responding to inquiries, providing updates, addressing technical questions
Improvement Understanding client needs better, refining our development process
Legal Compliance Meeting our obligations under Japanese law and international regulations

We won't send you marketing emails unless you explicitly ask for them. And even then, you can opt out anytime with one click.

Data Storage and Security

Your information lives on secure servers with industry-standard encryption. We use reputable cloud providers who maintain data centers in Japan and comply with local regulations.

Security Measures We Take

  • Encrypted data transmission (TLS/SSL protocols)
  • Secure authentication systems for internal access
  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • Limited employee access based on role requirements
  • Secure backup systems with encrypted storage

But let's be honest: no system is 100% impenetrable. We do everything reasonably possible to protect your data, but we can't guarantee absolute security. If a breach occurs, we'll notify you promptly and work to resolve the issue.

We retain your project data for seven years after project completion to comply with Japanese business record requirements. Personal contact information is kept only as long as necessary for business relationships.

Sharing Your Information

We're selective about who gets access to your data. Here's the complete list:

Technical Partners

Sometimes we work with specialized subcontractors for specific project components. They only receive information directly relevant to their task, and they're contractually bound to protect your data.

Service Providers

  • Cloud hosting providers (data storage and application hosting)
  • Payment processors (handling invoices and transactions)
  • Communication tools (email services, project management platforms)

Legal Requirements

We'll disclose information if required by Japanese law, court orders, or government requests. We'll notify you when legally permitted to do so.

That's it. No data brokers, no advertising networks, no shady third parties.

Your Rights Under Japanese Law

Japan's Act on the Protection of Personal Information gives you specific rights. Here's what you can do:

Access Your Data

Request a copy of all personal information we hold about you. We'll provide it within 30 days.

Correct Inaccuracies

If we have incorrect information, you can ask us to fix it. We'll update our records promptly.

Request Deletion

You can ask us to delete your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements. Active project data can't be deleted until project completion.

Object to Processing

Disagree with how we're using your data? You can object. We'll review your request and adjust our practices if appropriate.

Data Portability

Want your data in a machine-readable format? We'll provide it in JSON or CSV format within 30 days.

To exercise these rights, email us at contact@syncnodenet.com with your request. We'll verify your identity and respond within 30 days. No fees unless the request is clearly unreasonable or repetitive.

International Data Transfers

Most of our operations happen within Japan, but sometimes data crosses borders. Here's when that happens:

  • Cloud services with servers in multiple regions (we prioritize Japan-based servers)
  • International clients requiring cross-border collaboration
  • Specialized technical partners located outside Japan

When transferring data internationally, we ensure adequate protection through:

  • Standard contractual clauses approved by Japanese authorities
  • Privacy Shield equivalent frameworks where applicable
  • Vendor agreements requiring equivalent data protection standards

We prioritize keeping your data within Japan whenever technically feasible.

Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses minimal tracking technology. Here's what we actually use:

Essential Cookies

Required for basic website functionality. These remember your preferences during a session and can't be disabled.

Analytics Cookies

We use privacy-focused analytics to understand how visitors use our site. No personal identification, just aggregate patterns: popular pages, traffic sources, session duration.

We don't use advertising cookies or social media tracking pixels. You won't see retargeting ads following you around the internet after visiting our site.

You can disable non-essential cookies through your browser settings. Our site will still work fine.

Children's Privacy

Our services target businesses, not children. We don't knowingly collect information from anyone under 18 years old. If we discover we've accidentally collected such information, we'll delete it immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We update this policy occasionally to reflect new practices or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we'll notify existing clients via email and post the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date.

Minor clarifications or formatting changes won't trigger notifications.

Third-Party Links

Our website might link to external resources or partner sites. Once you leave syncnodenet.com, this privacy policy no longer applies. We're not responsible for other websites' privacy practices, even if we link to them.

Check their policies before sharing personal information.

Questions or Concerns?

If something in this policy isn't clear, or you have specific questions about how we handle your data, reach out. We'd rather answer your questions than leave you wondering.

Address: 5 Chome-3-1 Jotomachi, Maebashi, Gunma 371-0016, Japan