Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy describes how K-Skin Wholesale ("Company", "we", "us", "our") collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information when you access or use the website k-skin-wholesale.com (the "Site") or our services. We are committed to protecting personal information in accordance with the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) of the Republic of Korea and other applicable laws.
Collection of Personal Information
We may collect personal information when you:
- create an account;
- place an order or request a quotation;
- contact us or submit forms;
- subscribe to newsletters or marketing communications.
The types of personal information collected may include:
- name, company name, and business registration details;
- email address, phone number, and billing/shipping address;
- payment-related information (processed securely by third-party payment providers);
- IP address, browser type, and usage data.
Personal information is collected only to the minimum extent necessary for business operations.
Use of Personal Information
We use collected personal information for the following purposes:
- to process and fulfill orders and transactions;
- to provide customer support and respond to inquiries;
- to manage accounts and contractual relationships;
- to send transactional or service-related communications;
- to send marketing communications, where legally permitted (you may opt out at any time);
- to comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
We do not use personal information beyond the stated purposes without obtaining consent, except where permitted or required by law.
Retention and Storage of Personal Information
Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required under applicable Korean laws (including tax, accounting, and commercial regulations). After the retention period expires, personal information is securely deleted or anonymized.
Protection of Personal Information
K-Skin Wholesale implements appropriate technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect personal information, including:
- SSL (Secure Socket Layer) encryption;
- restricted access to personal data;
- secure servers and internal access controls.
Despite these measures, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Sharing and Disclosure of Personal Information
We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
Personal information may be shared only in the following circumstances:
- with trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, logistics partners) solely for order fulfillment and service provision;
- where required by applicable laws, regulations, or lawful requests by public authorities;
- to protect the rights, property, or safety of K-Skin Wholesale or its users.
All service providers are required to handle personal information in compliance with applicable data protection laws.
International Data Transfers
If personal information is transferred outside the Republic of Korea, such transfers will be conducted in compliance with applicable Korean data protection laws, and appropriate safeguards will be implemented.
Use of Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- operate and maintain the Site;
- analyze usage and improve user experience;
- support essential website functionality.
You may manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features of the Site.
Google Analytics
The Site uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google, to understand user interactions and improve our services. Google Analytics may collect information such as IP address, device information, and browsing behavior. This information is processed in accordance with Google’s privacy policies.
Messaging and Communications
If you opt in to receive SMS or electronic messages, you consent to receiving such communications for service or marketing purposes, where legally permitted. You may withdraw consent at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions provided (e.g., replying "STOP").
User Rights
Under applicable Korean law, you may have the right to:
- request access to your personal information;
- request correction or deletion of personal information;
- withdraw consent for data processing, where applicable.
Requests can be submitted by contacting us using the information provided on the Site.
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or data practices. The updated version will be posted on this page with immediate effect. Continued use of the Site after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Korea.