Cookie Policy

How iCar Japan uses cookies and similar technologies on its website

This Cookie Policy explains how iCar Japan uses cookies, pixels, local storage and similar technologies when you visit or use our website. It should be read together with our Privacy Policy. Some cookies are required for the website to function, while others help us understand usage, remember preferences, improve performance and measure advertising.

Effective date July 25, 2026

Essential Cookies Required for security, account login, forms, session management and basic website operation.

Analytics Cookies Help us understand traffic, page performance, visitor journeys and how users interact with the website.

Advertising Cookies Support campaign measurement, audience creation, remarketing and more relevant advertising where permitted.

What Cookies Are & Why We Use Them

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. Similar technologies may include pixels, tags, scripts, software development kits and browser storage.

Session Cookies

Session cookies normally expire when you close your browser. They may be used to keep your session active, protect forms and support navigation during a single visit.

Persistent Cookies

Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period or until deleted. They may remember preferences, login choices, consent status or previous interactions.

First-Party Cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by iCar Japan or by technology operating on our behalf under our website domain.

Third-Party Cookies

Third-party cookies may be set by analytics, advertising, social media, video, mapping, chat or payment providers whose tools appear on or connect with our website.

Why We Use Cookies

Operate and secure the website
Keep users signed in
Remember language or display preferences
Measure website performance
Understand customer journeys
Improve advertisements and campaigns

Similar Technologies

We may use pixels, local storage, tags or scripts for purposes similar to cookies, including fraud prevention, analytics, attribution, consent management and advertising measurement.

Cookie Consent

Where required, iCar Japan will request your consent before using non-essential cookies. Your choices may be stored in a consent cookie so the website can remember them. You can normally change your preferences later.

Cookie Categories & Retention

The exact cookies used may change as we improve our website or service providers update their technologies.

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies support core functions such as authentication, security, fraud prevention, session continuity, form submission, load balancing and cookie-consent storage.

Preference Cookies

Preference cookies remember selections such as language, region, display settings, vehicle filters or other choices that improve convenience.

Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help us measure page visits, traffic sources, device types, errors, navigation and user behavior so we can improve website performance.

Advertising Cookies

Advertising cookies may measure campaigns, limit repeated advertisements, create audiences and show more relevant marketing on third-party platforms.

Functional Integrations

Some website tools, including maps, videos, chat, messaging or social features, may use cookies to operate embedded or connected functionality.

Security and Fraud Detection

Cookies and device identifiers may help us detect suspicious activity, prevent abuse, secure accounts and protect website forms and systems.

Retention Periods

Cookie duration varies by purpose. Some cookies expire at the end of a session, while others remain for days, months or longer. We should not retain cookies longer than reasonably necessary for their stated purpose.

Category	Typical Purpose	Consent Status	Typical Duration
Strictly Necessary	Security, login, sessions, forms and consent storage	Usually Required	Session to limited persistent period
Preferences	Language, region, filters and user selections	May Require Consent	Session to several months
Analytics	Traffic, performance and usage measurement	Consent-Based	Varies by provider
Advertising	Attribution, remarketing and audience measurement	Consent-Based	Varies by provider
Embedded Services	Maps, videos, messaging and social functionality	Depends on Service	Varies by provider

Third-Party Tools & Technologies

iCar Japan may use third-party platforms to operate, measure, market and improve its website and customer services.

Google Analytics

Google Analytics may help us understand website traffic, user journeys, device information, page performance and campaign effectiveness.

Google Ads

Google Ads technologies may be used for conversion tracking, remarketing, audience creation and advertising performance measurement.

Meta Technologies

Meta technologies, including the Meta Pixel, may help measure Facebook and Instagram campaigns, create audiences and improve advertising relevance.

WhatsApp and Messaging

Website links, widgets or integrations with WhatsApp or other messaging services may process interaction data according to the relevant provider’s policies.

Video and Media Embeds

Embedded videos or media may allow providers such as YouTube to place cookies or collect usage data when you view or interact with the content.

Maps and Location Tools

Embedded map or location services may collect device, network or interaction data to display maps and related functionality.

Live Chat and CRM

Live chat, customer support and CRM tools may use cookies or identifiers to maintain conversations, identify returning users and connect interactions with customer records.

Payment and Security Providers

Payment processors, fraud-prevention services and security providers may use cookies or device signals to validate transactions and protect against abuse.

Third-Party Privacy Practices

Third-party providers control their own cookies and data practices. Their privacy notices and cookie policies apply to information they collect directly. iCar Japan does not control every aspect of third-party technology.

Managing Cookies & Your Choices

You can manage cookies through our consent tool, your browser settings and, where available, provider-specific controls.

How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences

01 Use the Cookie Banner Accept, reject or customize optional cookies when the website displays a consent notice.

02 Open Cookie Settings Use the website’s cookie-preference link to review or change your selections later.

03 Use Browser Controls Block, restrict or delete cookies through your browser’s privacy and security settings.

04 Use Provider Opt-Outs Where available, use advertising and analytics provider tools to control personalized tracking.

Deleting Cookies

Most browsers allow you to delete cookies already stored on your device. Deleting cookies may remove saved preferences and require you to sign in again.

Blocking Cookies

You may block some or all cookies through browser settings. Blocking essential cookies may cause parts of the website to stop working correctly.

Do Not Track Signals

Browser-based Do Not Track signals are not handled consistently across the industry. We may respond to consent choices and legally recognized preference signals where applicable.

Mobile Device Controls

Mobile devices may provide privacy, advertising identifier or tracking controls. These settings are managed through your device or operating system.

Withdrawal of Consent

Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw that consent for future use. Withdrawal does not affect processing that occurred lawfully before the change.

International Data Processing

Some third-party providers may process cookie-related information outside your country. Their transfer safeguards and privacy terms apply to their processing.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended to use advertising cookies to knowingly profile children. If we learn that such data was collected improperly, we will take reasonable steps to address it.

Policy Updates

We may update this Cookie Policy when our website, legal obligations or technology providers change. The revised effective date will appear at the top of this page.

Effect of Disabling Cookies

Disabling optional cookies may reduce personalization or analytics but should not prevent basic browsing. Disabling essential cookies may affect login, security, forms, saved preferences and other core functions.

Questions about cookies or tracking

Contact iCar Japan if you have questions about this Cookie Policy, our consent settings or the technologies used on our website. Please include enough detail for us to understand your request.

Company iCar Japan Email info@icarjapan.com Website www.icarjapan.com Country of operation Japan

Policy Review & Updates

At iCar Japan, we are committed to maintaining transparency, protecting our customers, and complying with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards. As our services, website technologies, business operations, and legal requirements evolve, we may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to ensure that the information provided remains accurate and up to date.

Any revisions will be published on this website and will become effective from the stated Effective Date, unless otherwise specified. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed of any updates. Your continued use of our website and services after any changes have been published constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or require further clarification regarding this Cookie Policy or any of our services, please feel free to contact us.

iCar Japan
Email: info@icarjapan.com

Our team is committed to providing prompt, professional, and reliable assistance to customers, business partners, and visitors worldwide. We appreciate your trust in iCar Japan and thank you for choosing us as your trusted partner for Japanese vehicle exports.