Privacy Policy

Article 1 (Purpose of Personal Information Processing)

CoffeeByMe (hereinafter "Service") processes personal information for the following purposes. Personal information being processed is not used for purposes other than those stated below, and if the purpose of use changes, we will take necessary measures such as obtaining separate consent in accordance with the Personal Information Protection Act.

  • Providing personalized coffee recommendation services
  • User preference analysis and recommendation algorithm improvement
  • Service usage statistics analysis

Article 2 (Personal Information Items Collected)

The Service collects the following information:

1. Automatically Collected Information

  • Session ID (automatically generated unique identifier)
  • Data stored in browser local storage

2. Information Entered by Users

  • Coffee experience level (beginner, expert, etc.)
  • Coffee product type preference (beans, capsules)
  • Taste preferences (acidity, nuttiness, etc.)
  • Preferred flavors (fruit, chocolate, etc.)
  • Roast level preference
  • Caffeine preference
  • Mood and situation information (when using quick recommendations)

※ The Service does not collect personal identification information such as email, name, or phone number.

Article 3 (Processing and Retention Period of Personal Information)

① The Service processes and retains users' personal information as follows:

  • Session ID and Taste Profile: Retained until the user deletes browser data or discontinues use of the Service
  • Users can delete information at any time by deleting cookies and local storage in browser settings

Article 4 (Provision of Personal Information to Third Parties)

The Service does not provide users' personal information to third parties.

Article 5 (Destruction of Personal Information)

① The Service promptly destroys personal information when it becomes unnecessary due to expiration of the retention period or achievement of processing purposes.

② Users can delete personal information through the following methods:

  • Deleting cookies and local storage in browser settings
  • Clearing browser cache and data

Article 6 (User Rights and Obligations)

① Users can view or modify their personal information at any time.

② Users can refuse to use local storage through browser settings, but this may restrict Service use.

Article 7 (Measures to Ensure Personal Information Security)

The Service takes the following measures to ensure personal information security:

  • Access rights management for personal information
  • Secure data transmission through HTTPS
  • Encryption of personal information
  • Installation and periodic inspection of security programs

Article 8 (Use of Cookies and Local Storage)

① The Service uses browser local storage for the following purposes:

  • Session ID storage and management
  • User taste profile storage
  • Improving service convenience

② Users can refuse to use local storage through browser settings.

Article 9 (Personal Information Protection Officer)

The Service designates a personal information protection officer to oversee personal information processing and handle complaints and damage relief related to personal information processing as follows.

Personal Information Protection Officer

Email: coffeebyme365@gmail.com

Article 10 (Changes to Privacy Policy)

① This Privacy Policy applies from the effective date, and if there are additions, deletions, or corrections to the contents in accordance with laws and policies, we will notify you through notices 7 days before the implementation of the changes.

Article 11 (Request for Access to Personal Information)

Data subjects can request access to personal information in accordance with Article 35 of the Personal Information Protection Act at the contact information below. The Service will strive to process data subjects' requests for access to personal information promptly.

Email: coffeebyme365@gmail.com

Article 12 (Remedies for Rights Infringement)

Data subjects can apply for dispute resolution or counseling to the Personal Information Dispute Mediation Committee, Personal Information Infringement Report Center of Korea Internet & Security Agency, etc. for relief from personal information infringement.

  • Personal Information Dispute Mediation Committee: 1833-6972 (www.kopico.go.kr)
  • Personal Information Infringement Report Center: 118 (privacy.kisa.or.kr)
  • Supreme Prosecutors' Office: 1301 (www.spo.go.kr)
  • National Police Agency: 182 (ecrm.cyber.go.kr)

Effective Date: January 1, 2026