Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how MeinKorean collects, uses, and protects personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Personal Data We Collect

We collect only the personal data necessary to operate this website and provide Korean language lessons. This may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Messages sent via contact forms or email

  • Payment-related information (processed by third-party payment providers)

  • Technical data such as IP address, browser type, device information, and time zone

We do not collect sensitive personal data.

2. Purpose of Data Processing

Personal data is processed solely for the following purposes:

  • To provide and manage Korean language lessons

  • To communicate with students and respond to inquiries

  • To process payments and bookings

  • To ensure website security and technical functionality

  • To comply with legal obligations

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Personal data is processed in accordance with the following legal bases under GDPR:

  • Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR – Performance of a contract (lesson delivery, communication, scheduling)

  • Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR – Consent (e.g. contact forms, cookies where applicable)

  • Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR – Legitimate interest (website security, fraud prevention, system stability)

4. Data Sharing & Service Providers

Personal data may be processed by trusted third-party service providers strictly for operational purposes, including:

  • Website hosting providers (e.g. Hostinger)

  • Email and communication services

  • Payment service providers (e.g. Stripe, PayPal)

All service providers process data only according to our instructions and in compliance with GDPR.

5. Data Storage & Retention

Personal data is stored only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described above or as required by law.
Once data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted.

6. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your personal data, where legally applicable

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

Requests can be made via the contact information provided on this website.

7. Cookies

This website may use essential cookies only to ensure basic functionality and security.
No marketing, tracking, or analytics cookies are used.

8. Contact

For privacy-related or administrative inquiries, please contact us via the official contact information listed on this website.