CookieCookies and Third-Party Tracking Policy
OPEN, Inc. (hereinafter referred to as “the Company”) uses technologies such as cookies on its corporate website (https://open.co.jp; hereinafter referred to as “this Site”) and may transmit information stored on users’ devices to third-party service providers.This Policy serves as a public disclosure regarding the transmission of information to external parties in accordance with the Telecommunications Business Act, and explains the details of such transmission as well as the options available to users.
Please also refer to our “ Privacy Policy ” for information on how we handle personal information, and our “ AI Usage Policy ” for information on our use of AI.
1. Use of Cookies and Similar Technologies
A cookie is a small data file stored in a user’s browser when visiting a website. This site uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user convenience, analyze usage patterns, and ensure security.
Users can refuse to accept cookies or delete stored cookies through their browser settings (please refer to Section 4 of this Policy). However, if you disable cookies, some features of this site may become unavailable.
2. Information Sent to External Parties
This site uses the following services, and information recorded on users’ devices is transmitted to the providers of those services. The content of the information transmitted, the recipients, the purposes of use, and the retention periods are as follows.
| Services Used | Recipient Company | Key Information to Be Sent | Purpose of Use | Retention Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics (GA4) | Google LLC | Cookie identifiers, IP addresses (with partial anonymization applied), URLs of viewed pages and referral sources, information about devices and browsers, and location data at the city level | To collect and analyze statistics on the use of this site and to improve our services | 14 months |
| Google Tag Manager | Google LLC | Information Required for Tag Delivery and Control | Delivery and Management of Tracking Tags and Similar Tools Used on This Site | Subject to our terms and conditions |
| Microsoft Clarity | Microsoft Corporation | Cookie identifiers, information on user actions such as clicks and scrolling, records of screen interactions (with input fields and similar elements masked), and information about the device and browser | Analyzing usage patterns using heat maps and session recordings, and improving the user experience (UX) | Session Logs: 30 days / Aggregated Data (Heat Maps, etc.): 13 months |
| Google reCAPTCHA v3 | Google LLC | Cookies, IP addresses, device and browser information, and usage information | Detection and Prevention of Spam and Unauthorized Access (Ensuring Site Security) | We comply with Google LCC’s regulations. |
*Additional Information*
- In Google Analytics, we have enabled advanced data collection settings (such as features for user identification and the collection of detailed geographic and device information) to enable more detailed analysis.
- This site may use cross-domain tracking to measure user navigation between this site (open.co.jp) and our group’s recruitment service (hrmos.co) as a continuous usage pattern. This tracking does not involve the transmission of any personally identifiable information, such as names, email addresses, or phone numbers.
3. Obtaining Consent and Its Relationship to the Cookie Consent Banner
This site displays a banner asking for your consent regarding the use of cookies and data transmission to third parties when you first visit the site or at other times. Depending on your consent status, the behavior of each service will change as follows.
| Services | Before Consent | After consent |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics (GA4) | Only basic tracking for statistical purposes (tracking without cookies; IP addresses are anonymized) | Standard Measurement |
| Google Tag Manager | Execute only the necessary tags | Execute All Tags |
| Microsoft Clarity | Stop Measurement | Run the measurement |
| Google reCAPTCHA v3 | Execution (Exceptions for Safety) | Execute |
*Additional Information*
- Google reCAPTCHA v3 operates regardless of whether you have given your consent, as its purpose is to ensure the security of this site.
- Your consent status is stored in your browser (local storage), and the banner will not appear on subsequent visits. If you wish to withdraw your consent or change your settings, you can delete the data stored by this site in your browser to have the banner reappear.
4. How to Disable or Opt Out of Cookies and Similar Technologies
Users can stop or restrict the use of cookies and similar technologies, as well as the transmission of information to external parties, using the following methods.
- Method via browser settings: You can configure your browser settings to refuse cookies or delete stored cookies. Please refer to your browser’s help section for instructions on how to do this.
- Google Analytics Opt-Out: You can stop Google Analytics from collecting information by using the ” Google Analytics Opt-Out Add-on ” provided by Google.
- Method via this site’s consent banner: If you do not give your consent via the consent banner, we will not perform any tracking that involves data transmission to external parties, except for basic tracking for statistical purposes.
5. Handling of Information by the Recipient Company
Please refer to the following for information on how each recipient organization handles information.
- Google LLC: Privacy Policy — Regarding the Collection of Information from Sites That Use Google Services
- Microsoft Corporation: Privacy Statement
Please note that the use of Google reCAPTCHA v3 is subject to Google LLC’s Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
6. Revisions to This Policy
We may revise this policy in response to changes in laws and regulations or changes to the services used on this site. The revised terms will take effect as of the date they are posted on this site.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this policy, please contact us through the “Contact Us” section on this website.
Effective Date: July 31, 2026
Last Revised: July 31, 2026
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