1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and to provide information to the website owner. Cookies can be “session cookies” (which expire when you close your browser) or “persistent cookies” (which remain on your device for a set period).
2. How We Use Cookies
The Gridnexshiftmind website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies for the following purposes:
- Strictly necessary cookies — these are essential for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They include cookies that remember your cookie consent preference.
- Analytics cookies — these help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information anonymously. We use this data to improve the structure and content of our site.
- Preference cookies — these allow the website to remember choices you have made, such as language or regional settings, to provide a more personalised experience.
3. Cookies We Use
The table below describes the specific cookies our website may set:
- cookie_consent — Stores your cookie preference. Session/persistent. Duration: 12 months.
- _ga — Google Analytics identifier used to distinguish users. Duration: 2 years.
- _ga_* — Google Analytics session persistence cookie. Duration: 2 years.
- _gid — Google Analytics cookie used to distinguish users. Duration: 24 hours.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control the placement of these cookies, and they are governed by the privacy policies of the respective third parties. Where we use third-party analytics tools, we ensure that data is processed in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
5. Managing and Disabling Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
- Browser settings — most browsers allow you to view, manage, and delete cookies through their settings menus. Consult your browser’s help documentation for instructions.
- Opt-out tools — for Google Analytics, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled without impacting core site features.
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable regulations. We will post the revised policy on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.
7. Your Cookie Preferences
When you first visit the Gridnexshiftmind website, a cookie preference banner appears. You can accept all cookies, reject optional cookies, or customise your preferences. Your choice is saved in your browser and will be respected on all future visits. To change your preferences at any time, look for the cookie management option in the banner or footer.
8. Local Storage and Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, our website may use local storage (such as HTML5 local storage) and similar client-side storage technologies. These work similarly to cookies but persist on your device even if you clear your browser cache. You can typically manage these through your browser settings.
9. Security of Cookies
While cookies themselves are not inherently insecure, they can be intercepted if transmitted over an unencrypted connection. Our website uses secure HTTPS connections to protect cookie transmission. We recommend using up-to-date browser software and security practices to protect your device.
10. International Data Transfers
Some of the third-party services we use (such as Google Analytics) may transfer cookie data outside Japan. These transfers are made in accordance with applicable data protection laws. Your cookie preferences and related data are treated in line with our Privacy Policy.
11. Compliance and Legal Basis
Our use of cookies complies with applicable privacy laws, including Japan's Act on the Protection of Personal Information (APPI) and similar international standards. We obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device through our cookie preference banner.
12. Retention and Deletion
Most cookies set by our website have expiration dates (ranging from 24 hours to 2 years as detailed in Section 3). You can delete cookies at any time through your browser settings. Deleting your cookies will remove our record of your preferences and you will see the cookie preference banner again on your next visit.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, your rights, or how to manage your preferences, please contact us at:
Gridnexshiftmind
1-5-3 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan
Tel: +81337813930
Response time: 2 business days.