Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for JapanMissions.org

Last Updated: 19 November, 2025

Japan Missions (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website japanmissions.org (the “Site”). We are committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect, how it is used, and the choices you have.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information only in the following situations:

a. Contact Form Submissions

When you use our contact form, we collect:

  • Name

  • Email Address

  • Message Content

This information is:

  • Sent directly to our internal email address

  • Stored securely within our WordPress website as a form submission

b. Donations via Give Lively

When you click “Donate,” you are directed to Give Lively, a third-party fundraising platform.
Japan Missions does not collect or store your payment information.

Give Lively may collect:

  • Payment details

  • Contact information

  • Billing information

Your use of Give Lively is governed by their Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which you can review on their platform.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

  • Respond to inquiries or messages submitted through the Site

  • Maintain internal records of communication

  • Receive donation notifications from Give Lively

We do not use your information for marketing unless you explicitly ask to be added to a mailing list.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (EEA Visitors)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process personal information with your consent when you submit a contact form or choose to donate via Give Lively.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or trade personal information.

Information may be shared only with:

  • Authorized members of Japan Missions who manage communications

  • Website administrators who maintain the Site

  • Give Lively, when you donate through their platform

We may disclose information if required by law.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

JapanMissions.org does not use cookies for advertising or analytics.

Some technical or functional cookies may be used by:

  • WordPress

  • Embedded media (images, maps, videos)

  • Give Lively, when accessing the Donate page

These are used only to ensure proper functioning of the Site or donation process.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your data, including:

  • Secure hosting

  • WordPress security updates

  • Limited access to stored submissions

Contact form data is kept only as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may request to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you

  • Correct or delete your information

  • Withdraw consent where applicable

You may contact us at: info@japanmissions.org

8. Third-Party Services

The Site may link to external websites, including Give Lively.
We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of third-party sites.

9. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect information from children under age 13. If such information is discovered, it will be deleted promptly.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last Updated” date at the top will reflect the latest version.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Japan Missions
Email: info@japanmissions.org