1. Basic Policy
The Minamata Disease Archives collects information about visitors to the Minamata Disease Archives website (http://nimd.env.go.jp/archives/: “Website”) within the scope necessary for smooth operation of services (inquiries, provision of information, etc. through the website) provided through the Website. The collected information is handled appropriately within the scope of the purpose of use.
2. Scope of Collected Information
| （1） | The Website automatically acquires IP addresses and other information related to viewing the Website. |
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| （2） | In the event that an inquiry to the the National Institute for Minamata Disease is sent by email to
E-mail: the sender’s email address is displayed on the receiving side. |
3. Purpose of Use
| （1） | Information collected under 2 (1) is used as reference information for the smooth operation of services provided through the Website. |
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| （2） | The email addresses collected under 2 (2) and (3) are used to answer inquiries and to send confirmation emails. The details of inquiries received may be used as reference material for advancing future research. |
4. Restrictions on Use and Provision
The Minamata Disease Archives does not provide collected information to any third party and does not use collected information for any purpose other than under 3. Purpose of Use except in the event of request for disclosure pursuant to laws and statutes; unauthorized access or other violation of the law; or other special reason.
5. Security Control Measures
The Minamata Disease Archives takes necessary measures to appropriately manage collected information including, but not limited to, prevention of leakage, deletion, or loss of collected information.
6. Scope
This Privacy Policy is applicable to the Website.
7. Disclaimer
The Minamata Disease Archives bears no responsibility for the handling of personal information on other websites linked to the Website. Caution is advised.
8. Privacy Policy Revision
The Minamata Disease Archives may revise the Minamata Disease Archives Website Privacy Policy as necessary.