Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Pokémon JPC (Japan Connect) (“we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website. By continuing to browse or use our site, you agree to the use of cookies as described below.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide insights into how the site is used.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Purpose: These cookies are necessary for the basic operation of our site. They allow features like remembering what’s in your shopping cart, processing payments, and keeping your session secure.
Example: Shopping cart cookies, checkout process cookies.

Analytics Cookies

Purpose: We use tools such as Google Analytics and Meta Pixel to understand how visitors use our site. These cookies help us improve performance, track errors, and make sure the site is working smoothly for all users.
Example: Tracking pages visited, time spent on the site, and navigation patterns.

Third-Party Cookies

Purpose: Some of our service providers, like payment processors and live chat support tools, may set cookies on your device to function correctly.
Example: Payment session cookies, customer support chat cookies.

⚠️ Note: We do not use advertising or retargeting cookies (e.g., Google Ads, TikTok Ads, or similar).

3. How Long We Store Cookies

We only use session cookies, which are temporary. They are deleted automatically once you close your browser.

4. Cookie Control & Your Choices

When you first visit our site, you’ll see a cookie banner giving you the option to accept or reject non-essential cookies.

You can also control cookies at any time by adjusting your browser settings:

Delete cookies already stored on your device.
Block cookies from being set in the future.

Please note: disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of our website (for example, the shopping cart may not work properly).

5. Your Privacy Rights

If you are located in the European Union, the United Kingdom, or California, you have additional rights under GDPR and CCPA:

Right to know what personal data we collect.
Right to request deletion of your personal data.
Right to opt-out of certain types of tracking.

To exercise these rights, please contact us via our Contact Form or WhatsApp Support.

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.