Code of Nature (from now on referred to as "the Company") has established this Privacy Policy to protect users' personal information and rights by privacy protection laws and to handle users' grievances effectively when using the website (www.c-of-n.com) and related services.
1. Consent to Collect Personal Information
The Company provides a procedure for users to consent to the collection and use of personal information when applying for individual services. Users may refuse consent; however, refusal may restrict access to the relevant service.
2. Purpose of Collecting and Using Personal Information
The Company collects and uses users' personal information for the following purposes:
* Job Applications: To confirm intent and identify the applicant, prevent fraudulent use of services, provide notifications and guidance, and maintain records for dispute resolution.
3. Items and Methods of Collecting Personal Information
The Company collects only essential information needed to provide basic services. The use of services is not restricted if the optional information is not provided. Collected information will not be used for purposes other than those specified.
* Job Applications: Name, contact information, email, resume, cover letter, portfolio.
Personal information is collected through users' submission of application forms on the website.
4. Retention and Use Period of Personal Information
The Company processes and retains personal information for one year from the date of consent. If required by law, personal information will be retained for a specified period, with restricted access and use according to legal requirements.
5. Outsourcing or Provision to Third Parties
1. The Company does not provide users' personal information to other individuals, companies, or institutions.
2. Currently, the Company does not outsource personal information processing. However, if outsourcing becomes necessary in the future to enhance services, the Company will notify users in advance and manage the processing through contracts.
6. Procedures and Methods for Destroying Personal Information
The Company will destroy personal information promptly when it is no longer needed for processing purposes or upon user request. The procedures, time frames, and methods for destruction are as follows:
1. Information subject to destruction will be moved to a separate database or document storage after the purpose is achieved and will be destroyed without delay according to internal policies and relevant laws. Information moved to a separate database or document will not be used except as required by law.
2. Personal information will be destroyed within 5 days after the retention period expires, or within 5 days after it is deemed unnecessary due to achieving processing purposes, discontinuation of services, or termination of business.
3. Electronic files will be destroyed using methods that render data unrecoverable, and paper documents will be shredded.
7. Rights and Duties of the Data Subject and How to Exercise Them
1. Data subjects can exercise the following rights with the Company at any time.
▪ Request for access to personal information
▪ Request for correction or deletion of personal information
▪ Request for cessation of processing personal information
▪ Withdrawal of consent for the collection and use of personal information
2. To exercise these rights, data subjects may contact the Privacy Officer listed below. The Company will take necessary actions without delay.
3. Rights under sections 1 and 2 must be exercised by the data subject personally. If a legal representative or authorized agent exercises these rights, the Company may request additional documentation, such as a power of attorney.
4. Data subjects must not use or infringe upon personal information in violation of privacy protection laws and must manage their information responsibly.
8. Notification or Communication Method for Privacy Policy Changes
The Company will seek additional consent from users if personal information is used beyond the agreed scope or provided to third parties. The Company will notify users in advance via the website's privacy policy if personal information processing is outsourced.
9. Technical and Administrative Measures for Personal Information Protection
1. Internal Management Plans: The Company establishes and implements internal management plans to ensure the secure processing of personal information.
2. Technical Measures Against Hacking: The Company installs security programs and performs regular updates and checks to prevent personal information leakage or damage caused by hacking or computer viruses.
3. Training for Personal Information Processing Staff: Personal information processing staff are kept to a minimum number and receive regular training on privacy protection obligations and internal procedures.
10. Privacy Officer
The Company has designated a Privacy Officer to protect users' personal information and handle grievances.
* Name: Park Jaehong
* Position: CEO
* Contact Information: +82-010-5913-4262
* Email: codeofnature@c-of-n.com
11. Changes to Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy was established on February 1, 2019.
It is effective from the date of implementation. Any changes to laws or policies will be communicated to users at least 7 days before the implementation or 30 days before if the changes are unfavorable or significant to users.