Privacy Policy

Korea AI & System IC Innovation Center (the "Center") is dedicated to safeguarding the privacy of its users and maintaining a secure and trustworthy environment in compliance with the Act on the Protection of Personal Information Maintained by Public Agencies and relevant regulations. This Privacy Policy outlines the principles and practices applied to the websites operated by the Center, and unless otherwise specified, all websites under the Center’s management will adhere to the policies stated herein.

Automatic Data Collection

When users access the Center’s websites, certain information is automatically gathered and stored for analytical purposes. This includes, but is not limited to:

The internet server domain and IP address used to access the websites
Browser type and operating system details
Date and time of the visit, and other relevant data

The collected information is utilized to perform statistical analyses aimed at enhancing the quality of our websites, providing more refined services, and facilitating effective communication between users and the Center. Under legal obligations, this data may also be disclosed to governmental authorities as required.

Information Collection through E-Mail and Web Services

If you submit personal information via emails, phone calls, or our web services, please note the following:

Your provided information may be shared with relevant personnel and utilized as a reference for developing and implementing policies.
It may also be shared with or submitted to other public institutions when deemed necessary under applicable laws.

Methods of Personal Data Collection

Typically, we collect personal information directly from you, for example, when you:

Submit inquiries
Participate in events or seminars
Utilize our services or provide us with your contact details

Additionally, we may obtain business contact details from accredited business data providers or through official websites of your organization. If our primary contacts at your organization consider our services beneficial to you, they may also provide your contact details. As the Center collaborates closely with various organizations, public institutions, and South Korean governmental bodies, we may also receive your information through these channels.

When visiting our website, certain technical data (e.g., browser type, IP address, unique device ID, etc.) is automatically collected through your browser.

Types of Personal Data We Collect

We ensure that we collect only the personal data necessary to achieve the specific purposes outlined in this Policy and retain it no longer than required. The type of information we collect and share depends on the nature of your relationship with the Center and the requirements under applicable law.

Contact Information: This may include your organization’s name, job title, and nationality to facilitate communication in relation to contracts, services, or business opportunities.
Request/Claim Data: Includes your contact information and details of any comments, requests, or concerns you have raised regarding our services.
Financial Data: If necessary, we may collect bank account information for financial transactions.
Registration Data: For events such as business meetings or exhibitions, we may record your organization’s name, job title, and nationality to better manage future engagements.

The personal data we handle may include any other information provided during the course of our interactions or services. Additionally, when visiting our websites, data such as IP addresses, access date and time, browser types, operating system information, and cookies are automatically collected and stored.

Information Handling for Website Visitors

The data collected automatically during your visit is processed for the following purposes:

To maintain the security and integrity of our websites by detecting and investigating any potential fraud or security breaches
To ensure optimal performance of our websites
To present content in the most effective manner for your devices

Your provision of personal data is generally voluntary and there is typically no legal or contractual obligation to provide such information. However, in certain circumstances, failure to provide necessary data may limit your ability to access specific services or features. Our services are not intended for children, and under applicable regulations, we do not knowingly collect personal data from children. As stated in our User Agreement, children are prohibited from using our services.

Use of Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by the websites you visit to enhance functionality or improve efficiency. We utilize cookies essential to the operation of this website and to provide a better user experience. Users can manage cookies through browser settings. For more information on managing cookies, please refer to your browser developer’s website.

Security Measures

We have established comprehensive technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorized access, or disclosure. Access to personal data is strictly controlled and limited to personnel who require the information to provide services or benefits to you. Furthermore, our employees receive regular training to heighten their awareness of data security and confidentiality risks.

Data Retention

Our goal is to minimize the extent and duration of personal data processing. Your data will only be retained for the period necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected, and where applicable, for as long as required by statutory retention requirements. In instances where consent is provided, your data will be promptly deleted following the withdrawal of such consent.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance Statement

The Center is committed to ensuring that its digital presence complies with the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), providing equal access to all users. We are actively making our websites ADA-compliant in line with the applicable portions of W3C Level One guidelines.

If you encounter any accessibility issues, please specify the affected page in your correspondence. To enable us to address your concerns effectively, please provide:

The nature of the accessibility need
Your preferred format (e.g., software/tools, electronic format, print size)
Your contact information for follow-up, if necessary

We will make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with the ADA guidelines.