Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy (hereinafter "the Policy") sets forth the policies regarding the handling of personal information and related data collected on this website (hereinafter "the Site"). Designed with international users in mind, we adhere to applicable laws, including data protection regulations in various countries (such as the EU’s GDPR).

1. Information Collected and Methods of Collection

Applicant Information

Email Address: Collected as a required field during account registration.
Creator Information: When contacting certain creators individually, profile images (or icons), X (formerly Twitter) accounts, self-introductions, etc. may be collected on a voluntary basis and potentially published on the website.
Bank Account Information: If prize money transfers are necessary for winners, bank account details (transfer information) will be collected individually.

Wallet Integration Information

On this Site, token distribution (airdrops) and voting are conducted in conjunction with Web3.0-related functions (e.g., MetaMask or other wallets). However, wallet addresses are not permanently stored or managed on this Site.
For airdrops or voting purposes, snapshots (temporary lists of wallet addresses) may be taken; such snapshot data will be used only to the extent necessary for site operations and will be properly disposed of thereafter.

Submitted Work Data

Image data, work titles, and descriptions uploaded as entry submissions are collected and may be published and showcased in the Site gallery and on official social media channels.
In connection with publication, the applicant’s name (as the creator) may also be displayed.

2. Purpose of Use

The personal information collected on this website is used solely for the following purposes:
・Management and operation of the event (Tezuka Osamu Character Secondary Creation Event)
・Publication and promotion of submitted works (gallery, social media, etc.)
・Awarding of prizes and benefits, and related communications (such as confirmation of transfer information)
・Conducting snapshots related to wallet integration (for executing token airdrops or voting)
・Publication of creator information on the website with the individual’s consent
・Compliance with applicable laws or data protection regulations in various countries
It will not be used for any purposes other than those listed above (e.g., marketing).

3. Provision to Third Parties and External Service Integration

Provision of Personal Information to Third Parties

This Site does not provide or share the collected personal information with third parties, except where disclosure is required by law.

Use of External Services (for Data Storage and Analysis, etc.)

To store work data, email addresses, etc., external services such as cloud servers may be used.
When used, a confidentiality agreement is concluded with the service provider and appropriate security measures are implemented.

4. Use of Cookies

We use only essential cookies to keep you logged in and secure the service.
Disabling these cookies in your browser may affect site functionality.

5. Management of Personal Information

Security Measures

This Site will take necessary and appropriate technical and organizational measures to prevent leakage, loss, or damage of the collected personal information, and to ensure its secure management.

Retention Period

The retention period for applicant personal information and work data will be determined based on the needs of event operations, and such data will be promptly deleted or anonymized after that period.
In cases where there is an obligation to retain data under domestic or international laws, it will be maintained in accordance with those laws.

6. User Rights

【Requests for Disclosure, Correction, Deletion, etc.】
Users may request disclosure, correction, deletion, etc. of their personal information held by this Site in accordance with the laws of their respective countries.
However, for information that has already been published as part of submitted works or information that is critical to the smooth operation of the event, deletion requests may be restricted.

【Additional Rights for EU Residents (under GDPR)】
If you are an EU resident, you have additional rights under the GDPR (such as restrictions on data transfer or the right to object). If applicable, please contact us using the inquiry details below.

7. Use by Minors

If a minor submits or uses this Site, please obtain the consent of a parent or legal guardian.
For submissions from abroad, please ensure that the necessary guardian consent is obtained in accordance with the laws of the country of residence.

8. Changes to the Privacy Policy

The contents of this Policy may be revised as necessary in accordance with laws or operational requirements of this Site.
In the event of any revisions, the updated Policy will be posted on this Site and will take effect from the time of posting.

9. Inquiries

For any questions regarding this Policy or the handling of personal information, please contact us at the email address below.
Contact Email: tezuka_universe@acgworlds.co.jp

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