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Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 25, 2025

Kiss Magazine (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website kiss-magazine.com and use our services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address when you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us
  • Account Information: Username, email address, and profile information if you create an account
  • Communication Data: Information you provide when you comment on articles, contact us, or participate in surveys
  • Subscription Data: Email address and preferences for our newsletter subscriptions

1.2 Information Automatically Collected

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information, including:

  • Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click-through rates, referring websites
  • Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address
  • Cookies and Tracking Data: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies

1.3 Third-Party Information

We may receive information about you from third-party sources, including:

  • Social media platforms if you interact with our content
  • Analytics providers
  • Advertising partners
  • Public databases and Korean entertainment industry sources for news reporting

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

2.1 Service Provision

  • Providing and maintaining our website and services
  • Delivering content about Korean entertainment, K-POP, K-DRAMA, and Korean culture
  • Processing newsletter subscriptions and sending updates
  • Responding to your comments and inquiries
  • Personalizing your experience on our website

2.2 Communication

  • Sending newsletters and updates about Korean entertainment content
  • Responding to customer service requests
  • Sending administrative information about our services
  • Notifying you about changes to our terms or policies

2.3 Analytics and Improvement

  • Analyzing website usage and performance
  • Understanding user preferences and interests
  • Improving our content and user experience
  • Conducting research and analysis about Korean entertainment trends

2.4 Marketing and Advertising

  • Displaying personalized advertisements
  • Managing affiliate marketing partnerships
  • Promoting our content and services
  • Targeted advertising based on your interests

2.5 Legal and Security

  • Complying with legal obligations
  • Protecting against fraud and abuse
  • Enforcing our Terms of Service
  • Protecting the rights and safety of our users

3. How We Share Your Information

3.1 Third-Party Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

  • Web Hosting: Hosting our website and storing data
  • Email Services: Managing newsletter subscriptions and communications
  • Analytics: Google Analytics and other analytics platforms
  • Advertising: Google AdSense, social media advertising platforms
  • Content Delivery: CDN services for faster content delivery

3.2 Affiliate Partners

We may share certain information with our affiliate partners when you:

  • Click on affiliate links
  • Make purchases through our affiliate links
  • Interact with sponsored content

3.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or if we believe such action is necessary to:

  • Comply with legal processes or government requests
  • Enforce our Terms of Service
  • Protect the rights, property, or safety of Kiss Magazine, our users, or others
  • Investigate fraud or security issues

3.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

4.1 Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies: Essential for the website to function properly

  • Session management
  • Security features
  • Basic functionality

Performance and Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website

  • Google Analytics
  • Page view tracking
  • User behavior analysis

Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and choices

  • Language preferences
  • Newsletter subscription status
  • User interface preferences

Advertising and Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements

  • Google AdSense
  • Social media advertising pixels
  • Affiliate marketing tracking
  • Retargeting campaigns

4.2 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. You can:

  • Block all cookies
  • Accept only first-party cookies
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Receive notifications when cookies are set

4.3 Third-Party Cookies

Our website may contain third-party cookies from:

  • Google Analytics: For website analytics
  • Google AdSense: For advertising
  • Social Media Platforms: For social sharing and embedded content
  • Affiliate Networks: For tracking affiliate commissions

5. Your Privacy Rights

5.1 GDPR Rights (EU Residents)

If you are located in the European Union, you have the following rights:

  • Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data
  • Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we process your data
  • Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
  • Right to Object: Object to certain types of processing
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing

5.2 CCPA Rights (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights:

  • Right to Know: What personal information we collect and how it’s used
  • Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale of your personal information
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: Equal service regardless of privacy choices

5.3 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise your privacy rights, contact us at:

  • Email: privacy@kiss-magazine.com
  • Subject Line: “Privacy Rights Request”
  • Information Required: Your name, email address, and specific request

We will respond to your request within 30 days (GDPR) or 45 days (CCPA).

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

  • Encryption: Data encryption in transit and at rest
  • Access Controls: Limited access to personal information
  • Regular Audits: Security assessments and vulnerability testing
  • Staff Training: Employee training on data protection practices
  • Secure Hosting: Use of reputable hosting providers with security certifications

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce our agreements

Specific Retention Periods:

  • Newsletter Subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe
  • Comments: Indefinitely unless deletion is requested
  • Analytics Data: Up to 26 months (Google Analytics default)
  • Contact Inquiries: Up to 3 years
  • Legal Compliance: As required by applicable laws

8. International Data Transfers

Kiss Magazine is based in [Your Country]. If you are accessing our website from outside [Your Country], please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in [Your Country] where our servers are located and our central database is operated.

For EU residents, we ensure adequate protection for international transfers through:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
  • Adequacy decisions
  • Appropriate safeguards as required by GDPR

9. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

For users between 13-18 years old, we recommend parental guidance when using our website and subscribing to our services.

10. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including:

  • Korean entertainment official websites
  • Social media platforms
  • Affiliate partner websites
  • News sources and references

This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

11. Newsletter and Email Communications

11.1 Subscription

When you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect:

  • Email address
  • Subscription preferences
  • Subscription date and source

11.2 Content

Our newsletters may include:

  • Korean entertainment news and updates
  • K-POP and K-DRAMA content
  • Affiliate partner promotions
  • Website updates and announcements

11.3 Unsubscribing

You can unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time by:

12. Affiliate Marketing Disclosure

Important Notice: Kiss Magazine participates in affiliate marketing programs. This means we may earn commissions when you click on affiliate links and make purchases. This Privacy Policy covers how we handle data related to affiliate marketing activities.

12.1 Affiliate Data Collection

  • Click tracking through affiliate links
  • Purchase confirmation data
  • Commission tracking information

12.2 Affiliate Partners

We work with various affiliate programs including but not limited to:

  • Amazon Associates
  • Korean beauty and fashion brands
  • K-POP merchandise retailers
  • Korean language learning platforms
  • Streaming service partnerships

13. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will:

  • Post the updated policy on our website
  • Update the “Effective Date” at the top of this policy
  • Notify users of material changes via email or website notice
  • Maintain previous versions for reference

Your continued use of our website after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

14. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

General Privacy Inquiries:

Data Protection Officer:

Mailing Address:
Kiss Magazine Privacy Department
Seoul, Korea
Website: https://kiss-magazine.com/

This Privacy Policy was last updated on June 25, 2025. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in our data handling practices.