Who we are and what this policy covers
Japanese Names operates japanesenames.site, an English-language reference and generation tool for Japanese names, readings, kanji meanings, and surname context. This policy applies to this website and the services offered through it.
Information we collect
- Browser-stored favorites. When you save a name, the selection and save time are stored in your browser's local storage. This information remains on your device and can be removed by deleting favorites or clearing site data.
- Usage and device information. Google Analytics may collect pages viewed, referring pages, interaction events, timestamps, browser and device details, IP address, and an approximate region derived from the IP address. We do not request precise GPS location.
- Search and tool interactions. Analytics events may include filters, name-record identifiers, generated-name interactions, or non-identifying measurements such as search-text length. We do not intentionally send the contents of site searches to our analytics service. Please do not enter personal information into a search field.
- Information you send us. If you email us, we receive your email address and the information included in your message so that we can respond and keep an appropriate record of the request.
How we use information
- Operate, maintain, secure, and improve the website.
- Understand which pages and tools are useful to visitors.
- Diagnose errors, prevent abuse, and measure site performance.
- Respond to questions, corrections, privacy requests, and legal notices.
- Serve and measure advertising when advertising is enabled.
Cookies, analytics, and local storage
Cookies are small files stored by a browser. Local storage is a similar browser feature used by this site for saved favorites. Google Analytics uses cookies or comparable identifiers to measure visits and interactions. Google may process this information on our behalf under its own terms and privacy practices.
You can restrict or delete cookies and local storage through your browser settings. Blocking storage may prevent favorites or some measurement features from working. You can also use the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.
Google AdSense and advertising cookies
We may use Google AdSense to display advertising. Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on a visitor's prior visits to this website or other websites. Google's use of advertising cookies enables Google and its partners to serve personalized ads based on visits to this website and other sites on the Internet.
Third-party advertising vendors or networks may also place and read cookies in your browser, or use web beacons, IP addresses, and other identifiers to collect information as a result of ad serving. You may opt out of personalized advertising through Google Ads Settings. You may also review industry opt-out choices at AboutAds. Opting out does not remove ads; it may make them less personalized.
Learn more about how Google uses information from sites that use its services.
Consent choices
Where consent is required by applicable law, we use a consent mechanism before using non-essential cookies or processing data for personalized advertising. Visitors in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, and other covered regions may be shown controls to consent, decline, or manage available choices. You may also change browser settings or use the advertising choices described above.
When information is shared
Information may be processed by service providers that help us run, secure, analyze, or monetize the website, including Google. We may also disclose information when reasonably necessary to comply with law, protect rights or safety, investigate abuse, or complete a business transfer. We do not sell the contents of messages sent to our contact address.
Retention and international processing
Browser-stored favorites remain until you remove them. Contact messages are retained only as long as reasonably needed to respond, maintain records, resolve disputes, or meet legal obligations. Analytics and advertising data are retained according to the settings and policies of the relevant service. Providers may process information in countries other than the country where you live.
Your choices and privacy rights
Depending on where you live, you may have rights to request access, correction, deletion, restriction, or a copy of personal information, or to object to certain processing. You can clear favorites directly in your browser and manage cookies through browser or consent controls. To make a privacy request, use the address on our Contact page. We may need to verify a request before completing it.
Children's privacy
This website is a general-audience reference tool and is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly request personal information from children. If you believe a child has sent us personal information, please contact us so we can review and delete it where appropriate.
Security, changes, and contact
We use reasonable safeguards, but no Internet transmission or storage system can be guaranteed completely secure. We may update this policy when the site, service providers, or legal requirements change. The date at the top will show the latest revision. Questions or requests can be sent through our Contact page.