Please read this privacy policy carefully. Your use of the MIZUNO Europe Web site constitutes your agreement to this privacy policy and consent to the terms herein. Please see the section labeled “Information We Collect and How We Use It” to learn more about our collection and use of user information.

Introduction

Mizuno Europe is committed to safeguarding the privacy of visitors to our Web site www.mizunoeurope.com (the “Site”) and users of the other services available through our Site (the “Service(s)”). We will use our best efforts to ensure that the information you provide remains private and is used only for the purposes set forth herein.

The Mizuno Europe Privacy Policy details our commitment to protect your information and the limited manner in which we will use that information to provide and improve our provision of the Services.

Contact details

If you have any questions regarding the Mizuno Europe Privacy Policy, you can contact Mizuno Europe using the information provided below.

Address:

Mizuno Corporation (UK),
Mizuno House,
612 Reading Road,
Winnersh,
Wokingham,
Berkshire,
RG41 5HE

Tel: 0118 9362 147
Fax: 0118 9770 425

If you wish to contact mizuno golf from outside of UK, Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Holland, Poland, Slovakia or Portugal, please view our contact page.

Definitions

Throughout the Mizuno Europe Privacy Policy we use several specialized terms.

“Personally Identifiable Information” Information that tells us specifically who you are and may include, your name, street address, email address, billing address, credit card number and expiry date.

“User Information” All Personally Identifiable Information and any other forms of information discussed in the Mizuno Europe Privacy Policy, including the Internet Protocol (IP) address of a user’s computer.

“Aggregate” This term is used when we combine information from various persons or users.

“Anonymized” Information which does not identify individual persons or entities or associate a particular person or entity with such information.

Cookie policy

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer by websites that you visit. They are widely used in order to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site.

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are and how we use them, the types of cookies we use i.e, the information we collect using cookies and how that information is used, and how to control the cookie preferences. For further information on how we use, store, and keep your personal data secure, see our Privacy Policy.

This website uses the following cookies:

Essential: Some cookies are essential for you to be able to experience the full functionality of our site. They allow us to maintain user sessions and prevent any security threats. They do not collect or store any personal information. For example, these cookies allow you to log-in to your account and add products to your basket, and checkout securely.

Performance: These cookies store information like the number of visitors to the website, the number of unique visitors, which pages of the website have been visited, the source of the visit, etc. These data help us understand and analyze how well the website performs and where it needs improvement.

Marketing: Our website displays advertisements. These cookies are used to personalize the advertisements that we show to you so that they are meaningful to you. These cookies also help us keep track of the efficiency of these ad campaigns.
The information stored in these cookies may also be used by the third-party ad providers to show you ads on other websites on the browser as well.

Functional: These are the cookies that help certain non-essential functionalities on our website. These functionalities include embedding content like videos or sharing content of the website on social media platforms.

Changing your Cookie preferences

You can at any time change or withdraw your consent from the Cookie Declaration on our website. Your consent applies to the following domains: dev.mizunogolf.com

These cookies help us store your settings and browsing preferences like language preferences so that you have a better and efficient experience on future visits to the website.

The below list details the cookies used in our website.

CookieDescription
__utmaThis cookie is set by Google Analytics and is used to distinguish users and sessions. The cookie is created when the JavaScript library executes and there are no existing __utma cookies. The cookie is updated every time data is sent to Google Analytics.
__utmbThe cookie is set by Google Analytics. The cookie is used to determine new sessions/visits. The cookie is created when the JavaScript library executes and there are no existing __utma cookies. The cookie is updated every time data is sent to Google Analytics.
__utmcThe cookie is set by Google Analytics and is deleted when the user closes the browser. The cookie is not used by ga.js. The cookie is used to enable interoperability with urchin.js which is an older version of Google analytics and used in conjunction with the __utmb cookie to determine new sessions/visits.
__utmtThe cookie is set by Google Analytics and is used to throttle request rate.
__utmzThis cookie is set by Google analytics and is used to store the traffic source or campaign through which the visitor reached your site.
_gcl_auThis cookie is used by Google Analytics to understand user interaction with the website.
_GRECAPTCHAThis cookie is set by Google. In addition to certain standard Google cookies, reCAPTCHA sets a necessary cookie (_GRECAPTCHA) when executed for the purpose of providing its risk analysis.
_hjAbsoluteSessionInProgressNo description available.
_hjFirstSeenThis is set by Hotjar to identify a new user’s first session. It stores a true/false value, indicating whether this was the first time Hotjar saw this user. It is used by Recording filters to identify new user sessions.
_hjidThis cookie is set by Hotjar. This cookie is set when the customer first lands on a page with the Hotjar script. It is used to persist the random user ID, unique to that site on the browser. This ensures that behavior in subsequent visits to the same site will be attributed to the same user ID.
_hjIncludedInPageviewSampleNo description available.
CONSENTThese cookies are set via embedded youtube-videos. They register anonymous statistical data on for example how many times the video is displayed and what settings are used for playback.No sensitive data is collected unless you log in to your google account, in that case your choices are linked with your account, for example if you click “like” on a video.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessaryThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-non-necessaryThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Non-necessary".
IDEUsed by Google DoubleClick and stores information about how the user uses the website and any other advertisement before visiting the website. This is used to present users with ads that are relevant to them according to the user profile.
rbGeoCookiesNo description
SessionStartNo description
test_cookieThis cookie is set by doubleclick.net. The purpose of the cookie is to determine if the user's browser supports cookies.
VISITOR_INFO1_LIVEThis cookie is set by Youtube. Used to track the information of the embedded YouTube videos on a website.
YSCThis cookies is set by Youtube and is used to track the views of embedded videos.
yt-remote-connected-devicesThese cookies are set via embedded youtube-videos.
yt-remote-device-idThese cookies are set via embedded youtube-videos.
yt.innertube::nextIdThese cookies are set via embedded youtube-videos.
yt.innertube::requestsThese cookies are set via embedded youtube-videos.

Most web browsers allow some control of most cookies through the browser settings. To find out more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been set and how to manage and delete them, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

Information We Collect and How We Use It

If you visit our site to browse. We will only collect and store the domain name and host from which a user accessed the Internet (e.g., aol.com), the IP address of the user’s computer, the user’s browser software and operating system, the date and time the user accesses the site and the Internet address of any Web site from which the user linked directly to our site or to which the user links after visiting our site. We use this information to measure the number of visitors to sections of our sites, to determine from where our visitors linked and to where our visitors link from the sites and to help us make our sites more useful. For example, we organize and analyze IP addresses so that we can provide efficient service, enhance security, monitor appropriate usage and produce traffic volume statistics. This type of information is sometimes shared with third parties, such as when we aggregate and disclose site traffic information for marketing and commercial purposes. When we share such information with third parties we will require them to abide by the standards of the Mizuno Europe Privacy Policy. Mizuno Europe is the sole owner of the information collected on this Site. We will not sell, share or rent this information to others in ways different from that disclosed in this Privacy Policy.

If you register, send us a communication or engage in a transaction while at our Site. If you communicate with us, we collect and store the Personally Identifiable Information you provide through this process, including if applicable, your user ID and password, which we may elect to provide for you. If you engage in a transaction while logged on to our Site, then we collect and store information about the transaction. If you send us communications, then we may collect such communications in a file specific to you.

We use the information we collect from you as a registered user to build features that we hope will make the Services more attractive and easier for you to use. This may include better customer support and timely notice of new services. We may share User Information with our partners, affiliates and joint venturers that are committed to serving your need for the Services and improving your user experience, but will require such third parties to abide by the standards of the Mizuno Europe Privacy Policy. Where required, we may transfer data to recipients outside the EEA, and in such event we will take precautions to ensure that data is stored in line with EC and UK Data Protection laws. We may also share aggregate anonymized data relating to activity on the Site and use of the Services, such as demographical and statistical information, for marketing, research and other purposes. Furthermore, we may need to disclose User Information to law enforcement or other government officials if appropriate for your protection or in connection with an investigation of fraud, intellectual property infringement or other activity that is illegal or may expose us or our users to legal liability. From time to time, our Site requests information from users via surveys or contests. Participation in these surveys or contests is completely voluntary and the user therefore has a choice whether or not to disclose this information. Information requested may include contact information (such as name and address) and demographic information (such as post code, age). Contact information will be used to notify the winners and award prizes. Survey information will be used for purposes of monitoring or improving the use and satisfaction of this Site.

If You Do Not Wish to Disclose User Information

If you do not want to provide us with certain User Information then you may opt out by not using the Service that provides us with such User Information. For example, if you do not want us to retain your name, then you may choose not to become a registered user or not to send us a communication. You will not be entitled to the benefits of registration or a response to the communication, but you are still free to browse the Site.

Removal or Correction of Personally Identifiable Information

Upon your request, we may remove your Personally Identifiable Information from our database and correct any errors you identify in such information. If Personally Identifiable Information is removed, you will lose access to the parts of the Site for which you must provide such Personally Identifiable Information to gain access. After removal, we will only retain copies of such information as are necessary for us to comply with governmental orders, resolve disputes, troubleshoot problems, enforce any agreement you have entered into through our Site and as otherwise reasonably necessary. Any Personally Identifiable Information provided as a part of a transaction on the Site represents a record of that business transaction that cannot be altered after the transaction is complete.

Third Parties

The Mizuno Europe Privacy Policy only addresses the use and disclosure of User Information collected by Mizuno Europe. If you disclose information to other parties, different rules may apply to their use or disclosure of such information regardless of their affiliation or relationship with Mizuno Europe. Because Mizuno Europe does not control the privacy practices of third parties you are subject to the privacy customs and policies of those third parties. When you link to another Web site, you are subject to the privacy policy of that Web site. We encourage you to ask questions and review the applicable privacy policy before you disclose your personal information to third parties.

We do not try to control, and disclaim responsibility for, information provided by other users or third parties that is made available through our Site. Such information may contain errors, intentional or otherwise, or may be offensive, inappropriate or inaccurate, and in some cases will be mislabeled or deceptively labeled.

Security

This Site takes every precaution to protect our users’ information. Mizuno Europe has implemented technology and security features and strict policy guidelines to safeguard the privacy of your customer identifiable information from unauthorized access or improper use, and we will continue to enhance our security procedures as new technology becomes available.

Responses to Communications

We send responses to all communications from users. Established members will occasionally receive information on products, services or special deals. Out of respect for the privacy of our users we present the option to not receive these types of communications.

Site and Service Updates

We also send the user Site and service announcement updates. We communicate with the user to provide requested services via email or phone.

Responses to Communications

We send responses to all communications from users. Established members will occasionally receive information on products, services or special deals. Out of respect for the privacy of our users we present the option to not receive these types of communications.

Mailing list

On this site you are able to sign up to our mailing list. Signing up for this list is entirely voluntary. If you sign up to this mailing list you will receive periodic updates from Mizuno Golf Europe about new products or news related to Mizuno Golf.

This mailing list is managed through MailChimp (The Rocket Science Group, LLC.). You can review their privacy policy here: https://mailchimp.com/legal/privacy/. MailChimp records your email address. You are also able to provide your name for more personalised messages. This information is used to contact you. Mailchimp may also collect data concerning the date and time when you view a message, as well as any interactions you have with it, such as by clicking on links within an email. We may also record the form you used to sign up to the mailing list. This information is used to assess and improve how we use our mailing list.

All messages that get sent out to the mailing list contain links allowing you to review, update or remove data that has been collected on you.

Use of Google services

On this site we make use of multiple Google services. This includes embedded Youtube players and embedded Maps from Google. These services allow us to add features to the site that would otherwise not be possible. Any additional information collected on you by Google through the use of these services is not recorded by us. For more information on how google uses your data please review their privacy policy: https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/privacy/.

Data retention

Any data we collect kept for the time necessary to provide the service you requested, or stated by for purposes outlined in this document. You may contact us at any time to request that the we suspend or remove the data we have collected.

Children

Mizuno Europe joins the industry in recognizing that children may not be able to make informed choices about personal information requested online. Accordingly, Mizuno Europe does not target children under the age of 13 for collection of information online. Mizuno Europe does not solicit or collect customer identifiable information from children under the age of 13.

Merger, Assets, Sales, etc.

If Mizuno Europe or any of its lines of business is sold, pledged or disposed of as a going concern whether by merger, sale of assets, bankruptcy or otherwise, then the user database of Mizuno Europe could be sold as part of that transaction and all User Information accessed by such successor or purchaser.

How do I Contact Mizuno Europe?

If you have any questions regarding the Mizuno Europe Privacy Policy, you can contact Mizuno Europe

Miscellaneous

Mizuno Europe may from time to time change the Mizuno Europe Privacy Policy with or without notice, so please check it regularly for any changes or updates. For future reference, Mizuno Europe will make a link to the current Mizuno Europe Privacy Policy available to you on your screen when you are on our Site. Your use of the Site constitutes your agreement to the Mizuno Europe Privacy Policy and your assent to any modification thereto.

Mizuno Europe does not use any forms of automated decision making with the data collected from the site.