Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 2026
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly, including: • Account information (email address, display name, profile photo) • Dance preferences (favorite styles, preferred areas) • Content you submit (event posters, event details, comments) • Device information (browser type, IP address, device identifiers) • Usage data (pages viewed, features used, time spent) • Location data (approximate location based on IP address) We may also collect information from third-party authentication providers (Google, Kakao) when you choose to sign in through them.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to: • Provide, maintain, and improve our services • Process and display event information • Personalize your experience and recommendations • Communicate with you about the service • Analyze usage patterns and optimize performance • Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, or security issues • Comply with legal obligations • Train and improve our AI systems for poster extraction By using our service, you consent to these uses.
3. Information Sharing
We may share your information with: • Service providers (hosting, analytics, payment processing) • Law enforcement when required by Korean law (PIPA) • Business partners for service improvements • Third parties in connection with a merger or acquisition We do not sell your personal information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes.
4. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to: • Maintain your session and preferences • Analyze usage and improve services • Prevent fraud and enhance security You can control cookie settings through your browser, but some features may not function properly without cookies.
5. Analytics
We use analytics services including Google Analytics and Firebase Analytics to understand how users interact with our service. These services may collect information about your use of our service and other websites and apps. This data helps us improve features and user experience.
6. Third-Party Links
Our service may contain links to third-party websites and services (event venues, organizers, social media). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. We may retain certain information for longer periods as required by law, for legitimate business purposes, or to resolve disputes. Event data and user-submitted content may be retained indefinitely for historical and archival purposes.
8. Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.
9. Your Rights
Under Korean Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA), you have the right to: • Access your personal information • Correct inaccurate information • Request deletion of your information • Withdraw consent for data processing To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@latindancekorea.com. We may need to verify your identity before processing requests.
10. Account Deletion
You can request account deletion from your profile settings. Upon deletion: • Personal profile data will be removed within 30 days • Event submissions may be anonymized but retained for historical records • Some data may be retained for legal compliance or dispute resolution • Backup copies may persist for up to 90 days
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
For privacy inquiries or to exercise your rights, contact us at: Email: privacy@latindancekorea.com Data Controller: Latin Dance Korea