1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better browsing experience and allow certain features of our website to function properly.

Cookies contain information about your visit to our website, such as your preferences, the pages you've viewed, and the time you spent on our site. They do not contain personal information that can identify you unless you have specifically provided such information.

2. How We Use Cookies

Sakura Housekeeping uses cookies to enhance your experience on our website and to help us understand how our site is being used.

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled:

• Session management and security
• Form submission and data processing
• Basic website functionality
• Load balancing and performance optimization

Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences:

• Language and region preferences
• Contact form information (to avoid re-entering)
• Accessibility settings
• Previous service inquiries

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website:

• Page views and popular content
• Time spent on different pages
• User journey and navigation patterns
• Device and browser information

3. Types of Cookies We Use

First-Party Cookies

These are cookies set directly by our website (sakurahousekeeping.jp) and are used for:

• Website functionality and user experience
• Remembering your preferences and settings
• Analyzing website performance and usage
• Security and fraud prevention

Session Cookies

Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser:

• Maintaining your session while browsing
• Form data retention during your visit
• Security authentication

Persistent Cookies

Cookies that remain on your device for a specified period:

• Remembering your preferences for future visits
• Analytics and performance tracking
• Improving user experience over time

4. Cookie Duration

Different cookies have different lifespans:

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Block all cookies (may affect website functionality)
• Block third-party cookies only
• Delete existing cookies
• Set notifications when cookies are being set

Browser-Specific Instructions

For detailed instructions on managing cookies in your specific browser:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
• Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions

Mobile Devices

• iOS Safari: Settings > Safari > Block All Cookies
• Android Chrome: Chrome Menu > Settings > Site Settings > Cookies

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you can disable cookies, doing so may affect your experience on our website:

Potential Issues

• Contact forms may not function properly
• Your preferences will not be remembered
• Some interactive features may not work
• We cannot provide personalized content

Essential Functions

These will continue to work even with cookies disabled:

• Viewing our services and information
• Calling our phone number
• Reading our policies and content
• Basic website navigation

7. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party services that set their own cookies:

Analytics Services

• Google Analytics (for website usage statistics)
• Performance monitoring tools
• User experience analysis

Security Services

• Fraud prevention and security monitoring
• DDoS protection services
• SSL certificate management

These services have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We recommend reviewing their policies if you have concerns about third-party cookies.

8. Cookie Consent and Legal Basis

Our use of cookies is based on legitimate interests and user consent:

• Essential cookies are necessary for website functionality
• Analytics cookies help us improve our services
• Functional cookies enhance user experience
• You can withdraw consent at any time through browser settings

9. International Cookie Transfers

Some cookies may involve data transfers to countries outside Japan:

• We ensure adequate protection for international transfers
• Third-party services comply with international data protection standards
• You can opt-out of international cookie transfers
• We maintain records of all cookie-related data transfers

10. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes:

• The updated policy will be posted on our website
• The "Last updated" date will be revised
• Significant changes will be communicated to users
• Continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of changes

11. Contact Us About Cookies

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

12. Related Policies

For more information about how we protect your privacy, please also review:

• Privacy Policy - How we collect and use your personal information
• Terms of Service - Our service agreements and policies