Privacy Policy & Disclaimer – The Island Roamer’s Journal

The Island Roamer’s Journal (hereinafter referred to as “the Site”) places great importance on your personal privacy. Please read the following content regarding the Privacy Protection Policy in detail. If you are a minor, you must obtain consent from your parents (or guardian) after they have read and understood this Policy before using the Site’s services (hereinafter referred to as “the Service”).

The Site’s content may utilize AI technology tools to enhance content depth, but it is ensured that all content has been manually adjusted and quality-reviewed. The information provided by the Site represents only personal experiences and views and does not constitute advice in any form. Operating based on this information is at your own risk. Once you provide personal data to the Site, it will be deemed that you accept this Policy.

To ensure your privacy and clearly inform you about how the Site uses data, we hereby notify you of the following matters in accordance with Article 8 of the Personal Data Protection Act:

Categories of Personal Data:

  • C001 Identifiers: Including email, applicant name, and contact phone number (mobile), etc.

  • C011 Personal Description: Such as user nationality, etc.

  • C061 Current Employment: Such as affiliated unit/media, etc.

Duration of Personal Data Utilization:

Until you request the cessation of use or the Site ceases to provide the Service.

Area of Personal Data Utilization:

Your personal data will be used within the Taiwan region.

Recipients and Methods of Personal Data Collection:

Your personal data will be used for identity verification, the provision of the Service, and the Website’s member management. Except for situations that may involve illegality, infringement, violation of the Service Terms, or with the consent of the individual, the Site will not arbitrarily monitor, add, delete, or modify, nor provide your personal data to third parties, including sponsoring advertisers.

Channels for Exercising Data Subject Rights:

You may exercise the following rights through the customer service email to the Site: (1) inquiry or request to review; (2) request to make duplicate copies; (3) request to supplement or correct; (4) request to cease collection, processing, or utilization; (5) request to delete.

Impact of Non-Provision of Personal Data on Rights and Interests:

If you fail to provide data as instructed, or lack necessary data, or provide any false or outdated data, it may lead to the Site being unable to provide you with complete products or services, or being unable to respond to questions you raise.

You agree that the Site may view or provide your personal data to courts, competent authorities, or third parties who assert that their rights have been infringed upon with appropriate proof, under any of the following circumstances:

  • Due to legal requirements or orders from judicial or administrative agencies.

  • Necessary for the execution of the Website’s Terms of Use.

  • To maintain the normal operation and security of the Service system.

  • To protect the legal rights and interests of other users and third parties.

Privacy of Minors

The Site will not knowingly collect personal data from minors under the age of thirteen (13) or as otherwise stipulated by local laws or regulations without obtaining parental (or guardian) consent. The Site recommends that parents (or guardians) accompany the minor throughout the use of the Service. If you are a minor, please seek the consent of your parents (or guardian). You may only provide data to the Site after the Site confirms that you have obtained the consent of your parents (or guardian). Your parents (or guardian) may withdraw any consent at any time.

Third-Party Links and Services

The Service may provide links to other websites or utilize services provided by third parties (hereinafter referred to as “Third Parties”). You should understand that the actions of such Third Parties in collecting personal data are unrelated to the Site. You should be aware of when you leave the Service and should read and understand the privacy policies applicable to those Third Parties in detail.

Security Measures

The Site adopts appropriate security measures to prevent your personal data from being stolen, altered, leaked, or damaged, including internal inspections of data collection, storage, processing, and security measures, as well as physical security measures, to prevent intrusion into the systems storing your personal data.

However, the Site cannot guarantee complete network security. The Site recommends that when using the internet, you create accounts and passwords using a mix of letters and numbers and regularly change your password. In addition, you should always update your antivirus software and use virus/spyware scanning programs.

Privacy Policy Revisions

The Site will modify this Policy from time to time. When there are significant changes to this Policy, the Site will announce the notification on the Website or send the notification to the primary email address registered by you on the Website.

Questions and Suggestions

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Site’s Privacy Policy or data processing methods, or if you wish to file a complaint or provide suggestions regarding possible violations of privacy laws, please contact us via customer service phone or email.

Contact Information: [email protected]