Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 29, 2026
Introduction
Welcome to Namaegen ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Japanese name generator service. By using Namaegen, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
1. Information You Provide
Namaegen does not require you to create an account or provide personal information to use our service. You can generate Japanese names anonymously without any registration.
2. Information Collected Automatically
- Usage Data: We collect information about how you use our service, including the types of names you generate, filters selected, and frequency of use.
- Device Information: We collect information about the device you use to access our service, including IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our service and hold certain information.
3. Local Storage Data
Namaegen uses your browser's localStorage to save your favorite names. This data is stored locally on your device and is not transmitted to our servers. The types of data stored include:
- Favorite name IDs (for the favorites feature)
- Filter preferences (gender, style selections)
You can clear this data at any time by clearing your browser's localStorage or using the clear favorites feature in our application.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide, maintain, and improve our services
- To analyze usage patterns and optimize the name generation algorithms
- To develop new features and functionality
- To monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities in connection with our service
- To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- With Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf (e.g., hosting, analytics).
- For Legal Reasons: We may disclose information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred.
Third-Party Services
Our service may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services. These third-party services have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review their privacy policies. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. localStorage data on your device persists until you clear it or use our application's clear data feature.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information.
- Correction: You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Objection: You can object to our processing of your personal information.
Since Namaegen does not collect personal information or require accounts, most of these rights are automatically satisfied. Any data stored in your browser's localStorage is entirely under your control.
Children's Privacy
Our service is intended for general audiences. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy regardless of where it is processed.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our Contact page.