1. Basic Concept

The National Cybersecurity Office (NCO) of the Cabinet Secretariat collects information from users of this website to the extent necessary for the smooth operation of services related to participation in the "International Cybersecurity Challenge 2025" (hereinafter referred to as "the Event"). These services include providing information via the website, receiving inquiries, and more. Collected information will be handled appropriately within the scope of the intended purpose.

2. Scope of Information Collected

1. • This website automatically collects certain information such as internet domain names, IP addresses, and browsing activity (hereinafter referred to as "user information"). Cookies, which are sent from the server to the user's browser and stored on the user's computer, are used solely to enhance usability and do not contain any personal information. Users may disable cookies through their browser settings if they wish.
2. • When using the inquiry form, users are requested to provide their inquiry details, comments, or requests. There are separate forms for general inquiries and media-related inquiries. As part of the required information, users must provide their name, country of residence, and email address.

3. Purpose of Use

1. • The information collected as described in Section 2 will be used to improve the services provided on this website and to facilitate the smooth operation of the event.
2. • This website uses Google Analytics to understand how users interact with the site. Google Analytics collects user information via cookies. For more details, please refer to the Google Analytics Terms of Service.

4. Restrictions on Use and Provision

Except in cases where disclosure is required by law, or in response to unlawful activities such as unauthorized access or threats, or other special circumstances, NCO will not use the collected information for purposes other than those stated in Section 3, nor provide it to third parties. However, statistically processed data such as access information and user attributes may be made public.

5. Security Measures

NCO will take necessary measures to prevent the leakage, loss, or damage of collected information and to manage it appropriately.

6. Scope of Application

This Privacy Policy applies only to this website. The handling of information by other relevant ministries and agencies is subject to their respective policies and responsibilities. Please note that when viewing pages on this website that contain buttons or features from social networking services (SNS), information about the viewer may be transmitted to the respective SNS. For the privacy policies of such third-party services, please refer to their official websites.