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Privacy Policy

Welcome to Classroom of the Elite Online (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy (the “Policy”) outlines the principles, practices, and legal bases governing the collection, use, storage, and disclosure of personal information that may be obtained from users (“you”, “your”, or “User”) while accessing or interacting with the Site. By accessing the Site you expressly acknowledge and consent to the practices described herein.

1. Scope and Strategic Purpose

Our platform is a strategic hub for manga enthusiasts, delivering curated content in a manner that respects intellectual property rights and prioritises user safety. The Site’s architecture is designed to operate with precision, mirroring the analytical mindset of the series it celebrates. Accordingly, the handling of personal data reflects a similarly rigorous and measured approach.

2. Information We Collect

• Account Information: Username, email address, password (hashed), and optional profile data (e.g., avatar, personal description).
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and access timestamps.
• Usage Metrics: Pages visited, content searched, reading progress, and interaction with community features (e.g., comments, ratings).
• Cookies & Tracking Technologies: Session cookies, persistent cookies, and analytics identifiers (e.g., Google Analytics, Matomo).
• Communications: Content of messages submitted through support or feedback forms, unless expressly marked as confidential.

3. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR & CCPA)

We rely on the following lawful grounds for processing personal information:

• Consent: When you explicitly opt‑in to newsletters, promotional offers, or targeted analytics.
• Contract Performance: To provide access to the Site, manage your account, and fulfill user‑generated requests.
• Legitimate Interests: For security monitoring, fraud prevention, and platform optimisation, provided such interests do not override your fundamental rights.
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable statutes, court orders, or DMCA takedown notices.

4. Use of Your Information

Collected data is employed for the following purposes:

• Authentication and account management.
• Delivering personalized reading recommendations and strategic content suggestions.
• Operating analytics to improve site performance, layout, and user experience.
• Detecting and mitigating security threats, unauthorized access, or abuse of the platform.
• Communicating service updates, policy changes, or legal notices to you.
• Complying with copyright enforcement obligations (see Section 7).

5. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise commercially distribute your personal information. Disclosure is limited to:

• Service Providers: Cloud hosting, email delivery, analytics, and payment processing partners that are bound by confidentiality agreements.
• Legal Requirements: Law enforcement agencies, regulators, or courts when required by subpoena, warrant, or other lawful process.
• DMCA and Copyright Holders: In response to valid DMCA takedown notices or other legitimate rights‑owner requests.
• Corporate Transactions: In the unlikely event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, provided the acquiring entity agrees to uphold this Policy.

6. Data Security Measures

We employ a layered security strategy analogous to the tactical planning found within the series:

• Encryption of data in transit via TLS 1.2+ and at rest using AES‑256 where applicable.
• Strict access controls and role‑based permissions for personnel handling personal data.
• Regular penetration testing, vulnerability scans, and security audits by third‑party experts.
• Automated monitoring for anomalous activity, brute‑force attempts, and credential stuffing.
• Incident response protocols that include rapid containment, forensic analysis, and user notification where required by law.

7. Copyright, DMCA, and Intellectual Property

Classroom of the Elite Online is committed to respecting the exclusive rights of copyright owners. Accordingly:

• All manga content displayed on the Site is either licensed, public domain, or provided under a fair‑use analysis consistent with applicable law.
• We maintain a DMCA Agent to receive and process infringement notices. To file a claim, please provide:
  • Identification of the copyrighted work(s) allegedly infringed.
  • Precise location (URL) of the material on our Site.
  • Proof of ownership or authority to act on behalf of the rights holder.
  • Contact information (name, address, telephone, email).
  • A statement of good‑faith belief that the use is not authorized.
  • Your electronic signature.
  Send the above to [email protected].
• Upon receipt of a valid notice, we will act promptly to remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material and will notify the affected user, giving them an opportunity to submit a counter‑notice.
• Repeated infringers may be terminated from the Site, in accordance with the “three‑strike” policy typical of strategic enforcement regimes.

8. User Rights and Controls

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may exercise the following rights:

• Access & Portability: Request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
• Rectification: Amend inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): Request deletion of your data, subject to legal and contractual constraints.
• Restriction of Processing: Limit how we use your data while a dispute is resolved.
• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
• Data Transfer: Request transfer of your data to another controller where technically feasible.

All requests should be directed to [email protected]. We will respond within thirty (30) days, unless an extension is warranted by the complexity of the request.

9. Cookies, Tracking, and Advertising

Our Site uses the following categories of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Enable basic functions such as login, session management, and security.
• Performance Cookies: Collect anonymous usage statistics to improve site performance.
• Functional Cookies: Remember user preferences (e.g., language, display settings).
• Targeting/Advertising Cookies: Serve personalized advertisements when you opt‑in to marketing communications.

You may manage cookie preferences via the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer. Disabling essential cookies may impair site functionality.

10. Children’s Privacy

The Site is not intended for individuals under the age of thirteen (13). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the data without undue delay.

11. International Data Transfers

We may transfer personal data to affiliates or service providers outside your country of residence, including to jurisdictions that may not provide the same level of data protection. All such transfers are governed by standard contractual clauses or other approved mechanisms to ensure an adequate level of protection.

12. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Policy, or as required by law. In general:

• Account information: retained until account deletion or inactivity for 24 months.
• Log files: retained for 90 days for security monitoring.
• Analytics data: retained in an aggregated, anonymized form indefinitely.

13. Amendments to This Policy

We reserve the right to revise this Privacy Policy at any time. Substantial changes will be communicated via email (if you have an account) and will be posted prominently on the Site with an updated “Effective Date”. Continued use of the Site after such notice constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or wish to exercise your rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer:

• Email: [email protected]
• Postal Address: Data Protection Officer, Classroom of the Elite Online, 1‑2‑3 Academic Avenue, Tokyo, Japan 100‑0001
• Phone: +81‑3‑1234‑5678

Effective Date: April 6, 2026

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