Last updated: July 8, 2025
Welcome to Shoji Bonsai Studio (bonsaireview.com). We value your privacy and are committed to transparency. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information, ensuring compliance with applicable privacy laws.
1. Data Controller Information
Shoji Bonsai Studio
Owner: Thomas Shoji
Location: San Diego, CA, USA
Email: thomasshoji07@gmail.com
As the data controller, we determine the purposes and means of processing personal data.
2. Data Collection and Legal Basis
We do not collect personal data directly. However, third-party services, such as Google AdSense, may collect information through cookies and similar technologies. The legal basis for this processing is:
- Consent: Obtained through cookie consent banners for users in the EU/EEA/UK.
- Legitimate Interests: For users outside these regions, processing is based on legitimate interests in serving personalized ads.
3. Data Retention Periods
We do not store personal data. However, third-party services may retain data as per their policies. For instance, Google retains data as outlined in their privacy policy.
4. User Rights
Depending on your location, you have certain rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request information about the data collected.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data.
- Objection: Object to data processing.
- Portability: Request data in a portable format.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at thomasshoji07@gmail.com.
5. Data Protection Officer (DPO)
As a small business, we are not required to appoint a Data Protection Officer. However, for any privacy concerns, please contact us directly at thomasshoji07@gmail.com.
6. Third-Party Services
We use Google AdSense for advertising purposes. Google may collect data as described in their privacy policy.
7. Cookie Policy
We use cookies to enhance user experience and for advertising purposes. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or by using the cookie consent tool provided on our website.
8. Policy Updates
We may update this policy periodically. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page will reflect the most recent changes.