Privacy Policy

Project Hub Inc. (www.proj-hub.com) (hereinafter referred to as 'the Company') complies with the Personal Information Protection Act.

Through this Privacy Policy, the Company informs customers of the purposes and methods of using the personal information provided by them, as well as the measures taken to protect their personal information.

If the Company makes any changes to the Privacy Policy, it will notify users through a notice on the website.

1. Items of Personal Information Collected and Collection Methods

The Company processes personal information for the purposes of confirming membership registration, identity verification, preventing fraudulent use of services, notifying processing results, providing event and promotional information, and offering participation opportunities.

A. Items of Personal Information Collected

(1) During Membership Registration

  - Required items: Email, password, name, mailing address, country code, language code

(2) During Social Media (SNS) Quick Registration

  - Facebook required items: Email address (ID), mobile phone number, name, country code, language code

  - Google required items: Email address (ID), mobile phone number, name, country code, language code

  - LINE required items: Name, email address (ID), mobile phone number, name, country code, language code

(3) During Q&A Requests

  - Required items: Name, email, contact information

(4) During Partnership Requests

  - Required items: Email, contact information, business registration number

(5) Automatically Collected Information

  - Cookies, service usage records, visit history, ID, recent search terms

B. Collection Methods

The Company collects personal information through methods such s site membership registration, consultations, meetings, contracts, and events. It also collects personal information through data collection tools (such as cookies) when using mobile phones and wireless or wired internet services.

The Company does not collect sensitive personal information that may infringe on users' basic human rights. If such information must be collected, the Company will obtain prior consent from the users.

Furthermore, the Company will not use the information provided for any purpose other than those disclosed to users in advance, nor will it disclose it to external parties.

2. Purpose of Collection and Use of Personal Information

The Company uses the collected personal information for the following purposes:

A. Service Provision

Personal information is processed for the purposes of providing services, delivering content, offering personalized services, and identity verification.

B. Handling Customer Inquiries

Personal information is processed for the purposes of verifying the identity of the customer and notifying the results of inquiries.

C. Marketing and Advertising

Personal information is processed for the purposes of delivering promotional information such as events, analyzing access frequency, or gathering statistics on service usage by members.

3. Procedures and Methods for Destruction of Personal Information

The Company will destroy personal information without delay once the purpose for collection and use has been achieved. The procedures and methods for destruction are as follows:

A. Destruction Procedures

  - Information entered by users for service use, etc., will be transferred to a separate database (or a separate document folder in the case of paper) after the purpose has been achieved. It will then be stored for a certain period according to internal policies and related laws (refer to retention and usage periods) before being destroyed.

  - Personal information transferred to a separate database will not be used for any purpose other than retention unless required by law.

B. Destruction Methods

  - Personal information printed on paper: Shredded or incinerated

  - Personal information stored in electronic file formats: Deleted using technical methods that prevent recovery of the data

C. Retention Period

  - Records related to the collection/processing and use of credit information: 3 years

  - Records related to consumer complaints or dispute resolution: 3 years

  - Records related to payment and supply of goods: 5 years

  - Records related to contract or withdrawal of subscription: 5 years

  - Records related to labeling/advertisements: 6 months

4. Measures for Destruction of Personal Information of Inactive Users

The Company converts users who have not used the service for one year into dormant accounts and separately stores their personal information. After being stored separately for 5 years following the conversion to a dormant account, the personal information will be destroyed.

The Company notifies users of the conversion to a dormant account, the date of conversion, and the items of personal information to be separately stored via email, text message, or other methods available at least 30 days prior to the scheduled conversion.

If users do not wish to convert to a dormant account, they can log in to the service before the conversion. Additionally, even if the account is converted to a dormant account, users can restore it by logging in, with their consent, and continue to use the service normally.

5. Outsourcing of Personal Information Processing

In order to facilitate smooth business operations, if the Company outsources the processing of personal information, it will notify the users in advance about the outsourcing party (hereinafter referred to as the 'Service Provider') and the content of the outsourced work.

The Company establishes provisions in outsourcing contracts, in accordance with relevant laws, that prohibit the processing of personal information for purposes other than those specified, require technical and administrative protection measures, restrict subcontracting, and ensure the management and supervision of the Service Provider, as well as responsibility for damages.

Currently, the Company’s personal information processing Service Providers and the content of their work are as follows:

6. Rights of Users and Legal Representatives and How to Exercise Them

A. Users may view or modify their registered personal information at any time and may also request to withdraw their consent (terminate membership).

B. To view or modify personal information, users can log in and go to [Dashboard > Profile] to view and update their information.

C. Alternatively, users can contact the Personal Information Protection Officer by written notice, phone, or email, and the Company will take action without delay.

D. If a user requests correction of personal information errors, the Company will not use or provide the information until the correction is completed. If incorrect information has already been provided to a third party, the Company will notify the third party of the correction results promptly to ensure that the correction is made.

E. Users may exercise their rights, such as viewing, withdrawing consent, correcting errors, or deleting personal information, through a legal representative or an authorized agent. In such cases, a power of attorney form according to the personal information processing notice, Attachment 11, must be submitted.

7. Matters Concerning the Operation of Cookies

The Company operates cookies and other technologies that store and retrieve users' (visitors') information. A cookie is a small text file sent by the server operating the website to your browser, which is then stored on your computer's hard disk. The Company uses cookies for the following purposes:

A. Purpose of Using Cookies

Cookies are used to analyze the frequency of access and visit time of both members and non-members, track user preferences and areas of interest, monitor participation in various events and frequency of visits, and provide targeted marketing and personalized services. You have the option to accept or refuse the installation of cookies.

You can allow all cookies, confirm each time a cookie is stored, or refuse all cookies by adjusting the settings in your web browser.

B. How to Refuse Cookies

Users can choose to allow all cookies, confirm each time a cookie is saved, or refuse all cookies by adjusting the settings in their web browser.

How to Set Up:

(1) Chrome: Customize and control Chrome […] > Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and Other Site Data > Cookie Level Settings

(2) Microsoft Edge: Click the '...' in the top-right corner > Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions > Manage and Delete Cookies and Site Data > Cookie Level Settings

※ Please note that the menu and method may differ depending on the version of the web browser.

※ However, if you refuse to install cookies, it may cause difficulties in providing certain services.

B. The Company collects behavioral information as follows:

 - Collected Items: User's website/app service visit history, search history, automatic data

 - Collection Method: Automatically collected when the user visits/uses the website and app

 - Purpose of Collection: To provide personalized product recommendation services (including advertisements) based on the user's interests and preferences

 - Retention Period: Data will be discarded 365 days after the collection date

C. Block Cookies

Data subjects can block or allow online personalized advertisements in bulk by changing the cookie settings in their web browser. However, changing cookie settings may affect the use of certain services, such as automatic login on websites.

How to Set Up:

(1) Chrome Browser

  - Customize and Control Chrome […] > Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and Other Site Data > Cookie Level Settings

(2) Microsoft Edge

  - Click the'...' in the top-right corner > Settings > Privacy, Search, and Services >'Tracking Prevention' section > Choose tracking prevention level/option > Select whether to always use 'Strict' tracking prevention in InPrivate search > In the bottom 'Privacy' section, select whether to send 'Do Not Track' requests

※ Please note that the menu and methods may differ depending on the browser version.

D. Exercise of right to refuse, report of damage

Data subjects can inquire about behavioral information, exercise their right to object, or report issues by contacting the following:

8. Measures to Ensure the Security of Personal Information

A. The company implements the following technical measures to protect users' personal information from loss, theft, leakage, alteration, or damage:

(1) Encryption of Personal Information: The user's personal information (password) is encrypted for protection. However, despite the company's efforts to encrypt and protect the password, there remains a possibility of unintentional loss, theft, or leakage when using the internet in public places. Therefore, users should not disclose, lend, or provide their personal information to others and should take responsibility for protecting their personal information from unauthorized collection through social engineering methods such as phishing. The company is not responsible for the loss, theft, leakage, phishing, or disclosure of passwords.

(2) Password Protection and Encryption: The user's personal information is primarily protected by passwords. Files and transmitted data are encrypted, and important data is protected through separate security measures.

(3) SSL Encryption: The company adopts security devices such as SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) to securely transmit personal information over networks using encryption algorithms.

B. The company recognizes the importance of protecting users' personal information and has implemented the following administrative measures:

(1) Regular Training: Employees who handle personal information undergo regular in-house and external training on acquiring new security technologies and the obligations related to personal information protection.

(2) Security Commitment and Monitoring: All new employees are required to submit a security pledge to prevent information leakage caused by individuals. The company monitors compliance with the personal information processing policy and, if violations are found, takes corrective actions or improvements. There are internal procedures in place to address such issues, and the transfer of duties related to personal information processing is conducted securely, ensuring security is maintained during onboarding and offboarding. Responsibilities for personal information breaches are clearly defined both during and after employment.

(3) Restricted Access Areas: The company has designated special protection areas, such as data centers and document storage rooms, where access is strictly controlled.

(4) User Responsibility: The company does not take responsibility for issues arising from user mistakes or basic internet risks. Users are responsible for appropriately managing their IDs and passwords to protect their personal information.

9. Personal Information Protection Officer Contact Information

The company has appointed a Personal Information Protection Officer to protect customers' personal information, handle personal information access requests, and address any related complaints.

10. Rights and Remedies for Personal Information Infringement

The company has designated a Personal Information Protection Department to handle complaints related to personal information protection and ensure prompt resolution. Users may report any personal information protection issues that arise while using the company's services to the Personal Information Management Officer or the designated department. The company will respond promptly and provide sufficient answers to the reported issues.

For additional reports or inquiries regarding personal information infringement, you may also contact the following organizations:

 -Personal Information Dispute Mediation Committee: 1833-6972 (https://kopico.go.kr)

 -Supreme Prosecutors' Office Cyber Crime Investigation Department: 1301 (http://spo.go.kr)

 -Cybercrime Reporting System: 182 (https://ecrm.police.go.kr/minwon/main)

 -Personal Information Infringement Report Center: 118 (https://privacy.kisa.or.kr)

11. Obligation to Notify

A. The details of this Privacy Policy, including other information related to personal data protection, are made available on the homepage’s main screen to ensure that users can easily access it at any time.

B. If there are significant additions, deletions, or modifications due to changes in laws, policies, or security technologies, the company will notify users of the changes through the service homepage before implementing the updated privacy policy, explaining the reasons and details of the changes.

C. As this Privacy Policy may be updated periodically, please check it whenever you visit the service homepage.

This policy will take effect from April 12, 2025.