Privacy policy

1. Who we are

kpopdropz ("we", "us") operates kpopdropz.com, an independent fan-curated guide to K-pop merchandise, photocards, and Korea-only releases. We are not affiliated with any agency or artist.

2. What we collect

• Server logs: IP address, user agent, requested URL, timestamp. Used for security and abuse prevention. Retained up to 30 days.
• Cookies and local storage: theme preference (light/dark), language preference. No tracking cookies are set without your consent.
• Affiliate click metadata: when you click an outbound link to a retailer (Ktown4u, Weverse, etc.), the retailer's tracking parameters identify the referral. We do not receive your personal information from these clicks.
• Analytics: aggregated, anonymized page-view counts and referrers. No personal identifiers, no cross-site tracking.
• Email correspondence: only what you send us voluntarily. Used to reply to your inquiry.

3. What we do not collect

No accounts, no passwords, no payment information, no advertising profiles. We do not sell or share personal data with brokers.

4. Third parties

We use a hosting provider for content delivery and may use a privacy-respecting analytics service. Outbound retailer and YouTube embed links place these services under their own privacy policies once you click or play.

5. Your rights (GDPR · LGPD · CCPA)

Depending on your region you have the right to access, correct, delete, or port your personal data, and to object to or restrict processing. To exercise these rights, email legal@kpopdropz.com with the subject line "Privacy request". We respond within 30 days.

California residents may also opt out of any "sale" or "sharing" of personal information; we do not sell or share, but you can confirm in writing.

6. Children

kpopdropz is not directed at children under 13 (or under 16 in the EU/UK). We do not knowingly collect data from children below this age. Contact us for removal if you believe a minor has submitted information.

7. International transfers

Our infrastructure may process data outside your country (including the United States and South Korea). Where required, we rely on standard contractual clauses or equivalent safeguards.

8. Changes

We may update this policy. Material changes will be reflected in the "Last updated" date above. Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance.

9. Contact

Questions or requests: legal@kpopdropz.com.