Privacy Policy

At Ramune Drink, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information when you visit our Japanese soda and candy site. By using Ramune Drink, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

What Information Ramune Drink Collects From Japanese Soda Shoppers

We collect information in three ways:

Information You Provide Directly:

• Name and email address when you submit a contact form or subscribe to our communications about ramune soda flavors and Japanese candy releases

Information Collected Automatically:

• Device type, browser, and operating system
• IP address and approximate geographic location
• Pages visited on Ramune Drink (such as our ramune soda collection, ramune candy selection, and flavor guides)
• Time spent on site and session duration
• Referral source (how you found Ramune Drink)

This data is collected through cookies and analytics tools to help us understand how visitors explore our Japanese carbonated drinks and confections.

Information From Third Parties:

• Affiliate tracking data from Amazon Associates when you purchase featured ramune sodas or candies
• Aggregated analytics data from Google Analytics

How Ramune Drink Uses Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Operate and improve the Ramune Drink site and user experience
• Respond to your inquiries about Japanese soda flavors, candy varieties, and product availability
• Send communications you’ve opted into regarding new ramune soda launches, flavor collections, and special promotions
• Analyze site traffic and user behavior to understand which ramune products and content are most popular
• Comply with legal obligations and maintain security
• Prevent fraud and abuse
• Track affiliate referrals to Amazon.com for qualifying ramune soda and candy purchases

Cookies and Tracking on the Ramune Drink Site

Ramune Drink uses the following types of cookies:

Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality, including navigation through our ramune soda categories and product pages.

Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics tracks site usage, including which ramune flavors you browse, session duration, and traffic sources. This data is aggregated and anonymized to help us improve our Japanese soda and candy content.

Advertising Cookies: Amazon Associates uses cookies to attribute qualifying purchases of ramune sodas, candies, and bottles to our affiliate links. These cookies help us earn commissions when you purchase featured products.

You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to navigate certain features of Ramune Drink, such as our flavor comparison tools and product filters.

How Ramune Drink Shares Your Information

We may share information with:

• Service Providers: Companies that help us operate the site, including web hosting providers and analytics platforms
• Amazon.com: As part of the Amazon Associates Program, we share referral data when you purchase ramune sodas or candies through our affiliate links
• Law Enforcement: Government authorities when required by law or to protect our legal rights
• Business Transfers: Acquirers in the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of Ramune Drink assets

Ramune Drink does not sell personal information to third parties.

Data Security Measures at Ramune Drink

Ramune Drink implements reasonable technical and organizational security measures to protect your information, including SSL encryption for data transmission across our Japanese soda and candy site. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Privacy Rights When Shopping Japanese Sodas

Rights for All Users:

• Access the personal information Ramune Drink holds about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt out of marketing communications about ramune soda releases and candy collections
• Request restriction of processing

GDPR Rights (EU/EEA Residents):

• Right to access, rectification, and erasure of your data
• Right to restrict processing and data portability
• Right to object to processing of your information
• Right to withdraw consent at any time
• Right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority

CCPA/CPRA Rights (California Residents):

• Know what personal information is collected and how it’s used by Ramune Drink
• Know whether personal information is sold or disclosed and to whom
• Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information
• Request deletion of personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Limit use of sensitive personal information
• Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

Virginia (VCDPA), Colorado (CPA), Connecticut (CTDPA), Utah (UCPA) Rights:

Residents of Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Utah have rights substantially similar to CCPA rights, including access, correction, deletion, data portability, and opt-out of targeted advertising, subject to state-specific provisions.

How to Exercise Your Rights: Submit a request by email to the address listed in the Contact section below, or use the contact form on Ramune Drink. We will respond within 30–45 days. We may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests.

Children’s Privacy and the Ramune Drink Site

Ramune Drink is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at the address below and we will promptly delete it in compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

Third-Party Links on Ramune Drink

Ramune Drink contains links to Amazon.com where you can purchase our featured ramune sodas, candies, bottles, and accessories. We may also link to other third-party sites for additional Japanese beverage and confection resources. Ramune Drink is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.

International Data Transfers for Ramune Drink Users

Ramune Drink operates in the United States. If you access this site from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the US. We take steps to ensure adequate protections are in place for such transfers, in compliance with applicable law.

How Long Ramune Drink Retains Your Data

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Contact form submissions are typically retained for up to 12 months. Analytics data regarding ramune soda page views and user behavior is governed by Google’s data retention policies.

Email Communications From Ramune Drink

If you subscribe to Ramune Drink communications, you will receive periodic emails about new Japanese soda flavors, candy releases, limited edition ramune bottles, and brand updates. You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or contacting us directly at the address below.

Do Not Track Signals and Ramune Drink

Some browsers transmit “Do Not Track” signals. At this time, Ramune Drink does not respond to Do Not Track signals. We continue to collect information as described in this policy to improve our Japanese soda and candy content.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

Ramune Drink may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will indicate the effective date of the latest revision at the top of this page. Material changes will be communicated with reasonable notice. Continued use of Ramune Drink after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

California “Shine the Light” Law

California Civil Code Section 1798.83 permits California residents to request information about personal information shared with third parties for their direct marketing purposes. To make such a request, contact us at the address below.

Consent to Ramune Drink’s Privacy Policy

By using Ramune Drink, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.

Contact Ramune Drink

To exercise your privacy rights or ask questions about this policy, contact us at: