Last Updated: January 13, 2026
Introduction
Welcome to Real Korean (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website.
Information We Collect
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including:
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- IP address
- Pages you visit on our site
- Time and date of your visit
- Time spent on pages
- Referring website
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our website and hold certain information. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent.
Types of cookies we use:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
- Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for:
- Improving our website and content
- Understanding how visitors use our site
- Delivering personalized content
- Showing relevant advertisements
- Analyzing website traffic and trends
Third-Party Services
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as how often users visit the site, what pages they visit, and what other sites they used prior to coming to our site.
Google’s use of the data collected is governed by Google’s Privacy Policy.
Google AdSense
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google AdSense uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites.
You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google’s Ads Settings.
Affiliate Links
Our website may contain affiliate links. When you click on these links and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. These third-party sites have their own privacy policies.
Affiliate programs we participate in may include:
- Amazon Associates
- Korean language learning platforms
- Streaming services
- Other relevant products and services
Email Newsletter (If Applicable)
If you subscribe to our email newsletter, we collect:
- Your email address
- Name (if provided)
- Subscription preferences
We use this information solely to send you updates, new content, and relevant information. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails.
We will never:
- Sell your email address
- Share your information with third parties (except our email service provider)
- Spam you with irrelevant content
Social Media
Our website includes links to social media platforms (Pinterest, Instagram, etc.). These platforms have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review them.
YouTube Embeds
Some of our blog posts include embedded YouTube videos. When you interact with these videos, YouTube may collect data according to YouTube’s Privacy Policy.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data
- Opt-out: Opt out of marketing communications
- Cookie Control: Manage cookie preferences through your browser
European Users (GDPR)
If you are in the European Economic Area, you have additional rights under GDPR:
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
- Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
California Users (CCPA)
California residents have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt out of the sale of personal information
Note: We do not sell personal information.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
- Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
- Updating the “Last Updated” date
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: hello@realkorean.blog
Cookie Consent
By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
You can withdraw consent at any time by:
- Clearing your browser cookies
- Adjusting your browser settings to block cookies
- Using cookie preference tools (if available on our site)
Note that blocking cookies may affect your experience on our website.
Summary (TL;DR)
Here’s the quick version:
✅ We use cookies and analytics to improve our site ✅ We show ads through Google AdSense ✅ We may use affiliate links (you support us at no extra cost) ✅ We collect basic visitor data (anonymized) ✅ We never sell your personal information ✅ You can opt out of cookies and tracking ✅ Email subscribers can unsubscribe anytime
This privacy policy was created to comply with international privacy regulations including GDPR and CCPA, and to meet Google AdSense requirements.