Privacy Policy

(U.S. and California Compliance)

HOKUTO USA Inc.

HOKUTO USA Inc. ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, in compliance with applicable U.S. federal laws and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).

1. Definition of Personal Information

"Personal information" means any information that identifies, relates to, describes, or is capable of being associated with an individual, including but not limited to: name, address, phone number, email address, IP address, browser identifiers, geolocation data, and other identifiers.

2. Purpose of Collecting and Using Personal Information

We may collect and use your personal information for the following purposes: To provide information regarding our products and services To perform contractual obligations, including order processing and payments To notify you about service updates and maintenance To respond to inquiries or support requests For recruitment and employment-related purposes To comply with applicable laws and regulations, including responding to legal requests from authorities

3. Use of Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience and analyze website traffic. Cookies store session or persistent data on your device. Google Analytics may be used to analyze site traffic. See: Google Privacy Policy Third-party cookies may be used by service providers for analytics or advertising purposes. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may limit the functionality of our website.

4. Sharing and Disclosure of Personal Information

We may share your personal information only under the following circumstances: With affiliated companies for business purposes With service providers under confidentiality agreements for processing purposes As required by law, court order, or government agency We do not sell your personal information.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by applicable law. After that period, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

6. California Consumer Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the CCPA/CPRA: Right to Know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and share Right to Delete your personal information Right to Correct inaccurate personal information Right to Opt-Out of the sale or sharing of your personal information Right to Non-Discrimination for exercising your privacy rights We do not sell your personal data, so there is no need to opt out of sale.

7. Security Measures

We implement appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Measures include access controls, encryption, network monitoring, and secure storage systems.

8. How to Exercise Your Rights

To request access, correction, deletion, or to exercise other privacy rights, please contact us as described below. We may verify your identity before processing your request and respond within a reasonable timeframe as required by law.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on our website. Changes become effective upon posting.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:

Hokuto USA Inc. Privacy Officer
📍2200 Southwest Blvd., Suite K, Grove City, OH 43123, USA
📞 Phone: +1-614-782-6200

　📧 Email: hokuto.usa@hokuto-usa.com