The Company uses cookies and similar automatic collection tools (collectively, "Cookies") on the Platform to store and retrieve usage information in order to provide individually tailored services. Cookies are files sent by the Platform's server to the user's browser and stored on the user's device. They are automatically transmitted to the server each time the Platform is accessed. The Company does not store sensitive personal identification information such as passwords or financial account details in Cookies.
9-1. Types of Cookies Used
| Type | Purpose |
| Strictly Necessary Cookies | Essential for the operation and security of the Platform. Enable core functions including purchase processing, access to restricted areas, security features, and content delivery. These Cookies cannot be disabled. |
| Functional Cookies | Remember user preferences such as language, country, and browser settings to provide a consistent experience across visits. |
| Performance Cookies | Measure visit frequency and traffic sources; count the number of users; support statistical analysis of Platform usage to improve the service. |
| Targeted Cookies | Record browsing behavior on the Platform to deliver personalized advertising relevant to the user's interests. |
| Social Media Cookies | Enable users to share Platform content with friends and networks via social media platforms. Details are available in the Platform's cookie settings panel. |
Cookies on the Platform are managed as follows:
- First-party Cookies: Created and managed by the Company in its capacity as operator of the Platform.
- Third-party Cookies: Managed by external service providers. Third parties whose Cookies are in use are listed in the cookie settings panel on the Platform.
9-2. Cookie Retention
Personal information collected through Cookies is retained only for the period reasonably necessary to respond to user inquiries, resolve issues, improve the service, and comply with applicable law. Upon expiry of the applicable retention period, such information will be blocked across all Company systems.
The validity period of consent given for non-essential Cookies does not exceed 13 months. Upon expiry, the Company will request fresh consent when the user next visits the Platform.
9-3. Overseas Transfer of Cookie Data
Cookie data may be transferred to service providers located outside the Republic of Korea. Such transfers are made only where a lawful basis exists under Article 28-8(1) of PIPA, including where the destination country has been recognized as providing an equivalent level of personal information protection, or where the data subject has given separate consent. The Company does not sell Cookie data to any third party.
The third countries to which Cookie data may be transferred are as follows: the United States, Canada, and EU/EEA nations.
9-4. Managing Cookie Settings
Users may allow, restrict, or delete Cookies at any time through the Platform's cookie settings menu or through their browser or device settings. Refusing certain Cookies may limit access to some features of the Platform.
The button to access the cookie settings panel is available at the bottom of the page.
For guidance on managing cookie preferences, please refer to the help section of the following browsers:
- Internet Explorer
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
- Safari
- Opera
For Internet Explorer, cookie settings may be configured as follows:
Click "Internet Options" in the "Tools" menu
Click the "Privacy" tab
Set the desired "Privacy Level"
For further information on how third-party service providers handle personal information collected through their cookies, users are encouraged to consult the respective privacy policies available on each provider's platform.