1. Introduction
Welcome to Are You OK? We are committed to being transparent about how our services operate and how any technical data is handled. This policy applies to all services under the AYOK brand — including Japan Travel Support (JTS), The Japan Rules (TJR), Japan Emergency Compass (JEC), and any future services — unless separately stated. By using any AYOK service, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
2. Information We Collect
All AYOK services may automatically collect standard server log data (IP addresses, browser types, device types, and access times) for security monitoring and maintenance only. This data is not used to personally identify you. All current and future AYOK services also use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our content, helping us improve usefulness and accessibility. Google Analytics collects aggregated, anonymized data such as page views, session duration, and general geographic region — it does not personally identify you. You can opt out via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on (tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout) or by disabling cookies in your browser settings.
3. Audio & Browser Permissions
Japan Travel Support (JTS) uses your device's audio output to play Japanese phrases. This feature does not record, capture, or transmit any audio from your device. Microphone access is never requested or used. Phrase playback relies solely on standard browser audio APIs, and no personal data is collected through this interaction.
4. Cookies & Local Storage
We may use essential cookies and browser local storage to maintain a consistent experience, such as preserving interface preferences. This data remains on your device and is not transmitted to external servers beyond what is described in this policy. You can manage or clear these through your browser settings. Core features of all AYOK services will remain accessible regardless.
5. Location Information (Future Services)
Some future features — such as showing nearby hospitals or evacuation sites within Japan Emergency Compass — may request access to your device's location. If and when such features are introduced, location data will be used only to process the immediate request and will not be stored on our servers after the response is delivered. You will always be asked for explicit permission before any location access occurs, and this policy will be updated prior to any such feature going live.
6. External Services & Affiliate Links
AYOK services include links to third-party platforms including Buy Me a Coffee and travel-related affiliate partners. These services operate under their own privacy policies. We do not share any personal data with these services. When you navigate to an external link, that platform's own data practices apply.
7. Emergency Contact Information
AYOK services display emergency contact information for use in Japan. This data is static and sourced from publicly available official sources. We do not collect or process any information related to how or whether you use these contacts.
8. Children's Privacy
AYOK services are intended for use by travelers of all ages visiting Japan. We do not knowingly collect any personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information through our services, please contact us so we can address it promptly.
9. APPI Compliance
AYOK services are subject to Japan's Act on the Protection of Personal Information (APPI). Google Analytics data is processed in a manner consistent with APPI requirements — data is aggregated, anonymized, and used solely for service improvement. No personally identifiable information is shared with or processed by Google Analytics. If you are a visitor from the European Economic Area (EEA), Google has implemented Standard Contractual Clauses to address any data transfers outside of the EEA.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date on this page will be revised accordingly. Continued use of any AYOK service after updates constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.