Last Updated: November 28, 2025.
This Privacy Policy explains how IVisitKorea (“we”, “our”, “us”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you visit https://www.ivisitkorea.com (“Website”).
By accessing or using our Website, you agree to the practices described below.
1. Who We Are
IVisitKorea (“IVK”) is a travel information platform operated in South Korea.
Our website address is https://www.ivisitkorea.com.
If you have any questions, you may contact us at:
📧 [email protected]
2. What Data We Collect
We collect the following categories of personal data:
2.1 Account and Login Information
When you sign up or log in using Google, Meta (Facebook), Apple, or X (Twitter), we may receive:
- Name
- Email address
- Public profile information (e.g., profile picture)
- User ID provided by the OAuth provider
- Authentication status
We do NOT receive or store passwords from any OAuth provider.
2.2 Newsletter & Marketing Data
When you subscribe to our newsletter:
- Name (optional)
- Email address
- Marketing preferences
Your email is securely stored and managed through Brevo (Sendinblue).
2.3 Automatically Collected Data
When browsing the site, we automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Pages visited
- Cookies and tracking data (Analytics & Advertising)
- Device information
2.4 Voluntarily Provided Information
- Comments, reviews, surveys, feedback
- Itinerary data submitted through KTP (Korea Trip Planner)
3. How We Collect Data
We collect data:
- When you sign up or log in using Social Login (Google, Meta, Apple, X)
- When you subscribe to newsletters
- When you use the Korea Trip Planner
- Through cookies and analytics tools
- When you voluntarily submit surveys or contact forms
4. How We Use Your Data
We use your data for the following purposes:
4.1 Account & Authentication
- To allow you to sign up and log in using Google / Meta / Apple / X OAuth
- To verify your identity
- To maintain your account on IVisitKorea
4.2 Email Marketing & Newsletters
If you subscribe, your email will be used to:
- Send newsletters
- Provide travel tips, updates, and promotional content
- Inform you of new services
We use Brevo (Sendinblue) to store, manage, and deliver all marketing emails.
4.3 Service Improvement
- Analyze browsing behavior
- Improve UX and personalize content
- Debug website performance
4.4 Legal Obligations
- Comply with applicable laws
- Prevent fraud and abuse
5. OAuth Login Data Use
We support Social Login using:
- Google Sign-In (Google Identity Services)
- Meta (Facebook) Login
- Apple Sign-In (planned)
- X (Twitter) Login (planned)
Data We Receive
Depending on your settings with each provider:
- Email address
- Name
- Profile picture
- Public profile information
How We Use OAuth Data
We use this data strictly for:
- Creating your user account
- Identifying returning users
- Providing personalized user experience
- Sending optional newsletters (only if you explicitly opt-in)
We do NOT:
- Access your contacts
- Post on your behalf
- Receive passwords
- Sell, rent, or share login data with third parties
6. Data Sharing and Third-Party Services
We do not sell or share your personal data with external companies.
However, we use trusted service providers that process data on our behalf:
6.1 Email Marketing
- Brevo (Sendinblue)
Used for newsletter storage, segmentation, analytics, and delivery.
6.2 Hosting & Infrastructure
- AWS EC2 / Cloudflare
Used for hosting and security protection.
6.3 Analytics
- Google Analytics 4 (GA4)
Used to analyze user behavior on the site.
All processors operate under strict Data Processing Agreements (DPAs).
7. How We Store and Protect Your Data
Your data is stored securely on:
- AWS servers
- WordPress databases
- Brevo infrastructure (for newsletters)
We apply:
- HTTPS encryption
- Access control & authentication
- Firewall protection
- Regular security reviews
8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies for:
- Keeping you logged in
- Improving website performance
- Analytics & advertising
- Personalization
Types:
- Functional cookies
- Analytics cookies
- Advertising cookies (Google Ads, Meta Pixel, etc.)
You may disable cookies at any time in your browser.
9. Your Data Protection Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction
- Request deletion
- Restrict processing
- Object to processing
- Withdraw newsletter consent
- Request data portability
10. Data Deletion for Social Login Users
If you used Google / Meta / Apple / X to log in, you can request complete deletion of your account and all associated OAuth data.
To request deletion, email:
📧 [email protected]
Subject: Account Deletion Request
We will delete:
- Your account
- All OAuth login data
- All personal information
- Any stored itinerary or newsletter subscription
within a reasonable time, in accordance with Meta, Google, Apple, and X policies.
11. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.
If you believe data has been collected improperly, please contact us and we will remove it immediately.
12. Links to Other Websites
Our website contains links to external sites.
This policy applies only to IVisitKorea.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time.
The updated date will be displayed at the top of this page.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data: