Privacy Policy

'www.phhc.co.kr' (hereinafter referred to as the 'Integrated Website') has established the following Privacy Policy to protect the personal information and rights of users and to effectively address any grievances related to personal information, pursuant to the Personal Information Protection Act. In the event of any amendments to this Privacy Policy, the Company will provide notification through website announcements or individual notices.

This policy shall take effect on October 1, 2015.

1. Purpose of Personal Information Processing

The 'Integrated Website' (www.phhc.co.kr) processes personal information for the following purposes. Processed personal information will not be used for any purposes other than those specified below. In the event that the purpose of use changes, prior consent will be obtained.

가. Provision of Goods or Services: Personal information is processed for purposes such as age verification.

2. Status of Personal Information Files

Personal Information File Name: PyungHwa Holdings Co., Ltd.

  • Personal Information File Name: PyungHwa Holdings Co., Ltd.
  • Personal Information Items: Home address, password security questions and answers, password, date of birth, home phone number, gender, mobile phone number, name, email address, hobbies, marital status, educational background, religion.
  • Collection Method: Website / Basis of Retention: Recruitment Management
  • Retention Period: To be destroyed without delay
  • Relevant Laws and Regulations:
3. Provision of Personal Information to Third Parties
  • The 'Integrated Website' (www.phhc.co.kr) provides personal information to third parties only in cases that fall under Articles 17 and 18 of the Personal Information Protection Act, such as when the consent of the data subject is obtained or when special provisions exist under the law.
  • The Website (www.phhc.co.kr) provides personal information to third parties as follows:.
4. Outsourcing of Personal Information Processing
  • The 'Integrated Website' entrusts the processing of personal information as follows to ensure the efficient management of personal information tasks.
    • Trustee (Contractor): Webmoa Co., Ltd.
    • Scope of Entrusted Services: Web hosting services
    • Entrustment Period: Renewed on an annual basis
  • Pursuant to Article 25 of the Personal Information Protection Act, the 'Integrated Website' specifies in written contracts the prohibition of processing personal information beyond the scope of the entrusted tasks, technical and administrative protective measures, restrictions on re-entrustment, management and supervision of the trustee, and liability for damages, while supervising the trustee to ensure the secure processing of personal information.
  • In the event of any changes to the scope of entrusted services or the trustee, such changes will be disclosed through this Privacy Policy without delay.
5. Rights, Obligations, and Exercise Methods of Data Subjects
  • Data subjects may exercise the following personal information protection rights at any time with regard to PyungHwa Holdings Co., Ltd. (the 'Integrated Website'):
    • Request for Access to Personal Information
    • Request for Correction (Rectification) in the event of errors
    • Request for Deletion (Erasure)
    • Request for Suspension of Processing
  • Rights under Paragraph 1 may be exercised with PyungHwa Holdings Co., Ltd. (the ‘Integrated Website’) in writing, via email, or by facsimile (FAX) in accordance with Form No. 8 of the Enforcement Rules of the Personal Information Protection Act; PyungHwa Holdings Co., Ltd. will take necessary action without delay.
  • If a data subject requests the correction or deletion of personal information due to errors or other reasons, PyungHwa Holdings Co., Ltd. will not use or provide the relevant personal information until the correction or deletion is completed.
  • The rights under Paragraph 1 may be exercised through a legal representative or an authorized agent. In such cases, a power of attorney must be submitted in accordance with Form No. 11 of the Enforcement Rules of the Personal Information Protection Act.
6. Items of Personal Information Processed

The 'Integrated Website' (www.phhc.co.kr) processes the following items of personal information:

  • Mandatory Items: Home address, password security questions and answers, password, date of birth, home phone number, gender, mobile phone number, name, email address, hobbies, marital status, educational background, religion.
  • Optional Items:
7. Destruction of Personal Information

In principle, the 'Integrated Website' destroys personal information without delay once the purpose of its processing has been achieved. The procedures, deadlines, and methods for destruction are as follows:

Destruction Procedure
Information entered by users is transferred to a separate database (or separate filing cabinets for paper documents) once the purpose is achieved. It is stored for a certain period in accordance with internal policies and relevant laws before being destroyed, or is destroyed immediately. Personal information transferred to the database shall not be used for any other purpose unless required by law.
Destruction Deadline
Personal information is destroyed within five (5) days from the end of the retention period. If the information becomes unnecessary due to the achievement of processing purposes, discontinuation of services, or termination of business, it will be destroyed within five (5) days from the date it is deemed no longer required.
Destruction Method
Information in electronic file format is deleted using technical methods that render the records irretrievable. Personal information printed on paper is destroyed by shredding or incineration.
8. Measures to Ensure the Security of Personal Information

Pursuant to Article 29 of the Personal Information Protection Act, the 'Integrated Website' implements the following technical, administrative, and physical measures necessary to ensure the security of personal information:

1. Minimization and Training of Personnel Handling Personal Information
We implement measures to manage personal information by designating specific personnel and limiting access to the minimum number of employees necessary.
2. Conducting Regular Internal Audits
To ensure security in the handling of personal information, we conduct internal audits on a regular basis (once per quarter).
3. Establishment and Implementation of an Internal Management Plan
We have established and are implementing an internal management plan for the secure processing of personal information.
4. Encryption of Personal Information
Users' passwords are encrypted for storage and management, ensuring they are accessible only to the user. For critical data, we employ additional security features, such as encrypting files and transmission data or using file-locking functions.
5. Technical Countermeasures Against Hacking
PyungHwa Holdings Co., Ltd. installs security programs and performs regular updates and inspections to prevent the leakage or damage of personal information caused by hacking or computer viruses. Systems are located in restricted access zones and are monitored and protected through both technical and physical security measures.
6. Restricting Access to Personal Information
We take necessary measures to control access to personal information by granting, modifying, and revoking access rights to the database systems. Furthermore, we utilize Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) to block unauthorized external access.
7. Retention of Access Logs and Prevention of Tampering
Access logs for the personal information processing system are maintained for at least six (6) months. Security functions are implemented to prevent forgery, tampering, theft, or loss of these records.
8. Use of Locking Devices for Document Security
Documents and auxiliary storage media containing personal information are kept in secure locations equipped with physical locking devices.
9. Access Control for Unauthorized Personnel
We maintain separate physical storage areas for personal information and operate strict access control procedures to prevent unauthorized entry.
9. Personal Information Protection Officer
  • PyungHwa Holdings Co., Ltd. has designated a Personal Information Protection Officer (CPO) as follows to oversee all matters related to the processing of personal information and to address data subject complaints and provide remedies for damages.
  • Personal Information Protection Officer
    • Name: Jong-moon Choi
    • Position: Head of HR Team
    • Rank: Deputy General Manager
    • Contact: +82-53-610-8520, jmchoi@ph.co.kr
    • ※ You will be connected to the department in charge of personal information protection.
  • Personal Information Protection Department
    • Department: HR Team
    • Person in Charge: Jeong-hoon Park
    • Contact: +82-53-610-8524, phphj@ph.co.kr
  • Data subjects may contact the Personal Information Protection Officer or the responsible department regarding all inquiries, complaint handling, and remedies for damages related to personal information protection arising from the use of services (or business) provided by PyungHwa Holdings Co., Ltd. (the 'Integrated Website'). PyungHwa Holdings Co., Ltd. will respond to and process all inquiries from data subjects without delay.
10. Department for Access Requests
  • Data subjects may submit requests to access their personal information, pursuant to Article 35 of the Personal Information Protection Act, to the department listed below. The 'Integrated Website' (www.phhc.co.kr) will endeavor to ensure the expedited processing of all personal information access requests.
  • Department for Access Requests
    • Department: HR Team
    • Person in Charge: Jeong-hoon Park
    • Contact: +82-53-610-8524, phphj@ph.co.kr
  • In addition to the department specified in Paragraph 1, data subjects may also submit requests for access to personal information through the 'Personal Information Protection Comprehensive Support Portal' website (www.privacy.go.kr) operated by the Ministry of the Interior and Safety.
  • Ministry of the Interior and Safety Personal Information Protection Comprehensive Support Portal → Personal Information Complaints → Request for Access to Personal Information, etc. (An I-PIN is required for identity verification.)
11. Cookie-Related Matters

We install and operate cookies, and users have the right to refuse the collection of cookies. Cookies are utilized to enhance the user experience by ensuring faster and more convenient website navigation and to provide personalized services.

What are Cookies?
Cookies are very small text files sent by the web server to the user's browser and stored on the user's computer.
Why do we use cookies?
Cookies store user preferences and settings to support a faster web environment and are used to improve services for greater convenience. This allows users to access services more easily. Additionally, we analyze access frequency, visit duration, participation in various events, and the number of visits to understand user preferences and interests. Based on this, we provide personalized services, including tailored advertisements.
How to refuse cookie collection?
Users have the option to choose whether to allow cookies. Therefore, users can configure their web browser options to allow all cookies, receive a notification each time a cookie is stored, or refuse the storage of all cookies entirely. However, refusing cookies may result in a less convenient web experience and may cause difficulties in accessing certain services that require a login.
Examples of Configuration Methods

  • For Internet Explorer:

    Tools menu at the top of the web browser > Internet Options > Privacy > Settings

  • For Chrome:

    Settings menu on the right side of the web browser > Show advanced settings at the bottom of the screen > Content settings button under Privacy > Cookies​
12. Requests for Access to Personal Information

The organizations listed below are separate entities from PyungHwa Holdings Co., Ltd. If you are not satisfied with the results of the internal personal information complaint handling or damage relief provided by the 'Integrated Website' (www.phhc.co.kr), or if you require more detailed assistance, please contact these organizations.

  • Personal Information Infringement Reporting Center (Operated by Korea Internet & Security Agency)
    • Responsibilities: Reporting personal information infringements and requesting consultations
    • Website: privacy.kisa.or.kr
    • Phone: 118 (without area code)
    • Address: Personal Information Infringement Reporting Center, Korea Internet & Security Agency (KISA), 135 Jungdae-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 138-950, Korea
  • Personal Information Dispute Mediation Committee (Operated by KISA)
    • Responsibilities: Application for Personal Information Dispute Mediation, Collective Dispute Mediation (Civil Resolution)
    • Website: privacy.kisa.or.kr
    • Phone: 118 (without area code)
    • Address: Personal Information Infringement Reporting Center, Korea Internet & Security Agency (KISA), 135 Jungdae-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 138-950, Korea
  • Supreme Prosecutors' Office Cybercrime Investigation Division: +82-2-3480-3573 (www.spo.go.kr)
  • National Police Agency Cybercrime Investigation Division: 1566-0112 (www.netan.go.kr)
13. Changes to the Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy shall take effect from the implementation date. In the event of any additions, deletions, or corrections to the content due to changes in relevant laws, regulations, or policies, notification will be provided through an announcement at least seven (7) days prior to the effective date of such changes.