Last Updated: 01 January 2025
At OceanTape, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, how we use it, and your rights under applicable laws like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). By using our website, https://oceantape.com, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
1. What Information Do We Collect?
We collect the following types of personal information:
• Personal and Company Details: Name, company name, delivery address, and contact information.
• Transaction Information: Payment details are processed securely through our website host, GoDaddy.
• Technical Information: IP address, browser type, and browsing behaviour collected automatically via cookies managed by GoDaddy.
2. How Do We Collect Your Information?
We collect your information through:
• Online Forms: When you place an order, request a quote, or contact us.
• Cookies: Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience, track usage, and improve website performance (see Section 4 for details).
3. Why Do We Use Your Information?
We use your personal data to:
• Process and deliver your orders.
• Communicate with you regarding your orders, inquiries, or account.
• Send you marketing communications about our products, services, and promotions, provided you have given your consent.
We do not share your data with third parties for their marketing purposes without your explicit consent or unless required by law. You can opt out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies, which are managed by GoDaddy. Cookies help us:
• Ensure the website functions properly (e.g., shopping cart).
• Analyze website performance and user interactions.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. For more details on how cookies are used, refer to GoDaddy’s privacy policy: https://oceantape.com/privacy-policy.
5. Do We Share Your Data?
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. However, we may share it in the following circumstances:
• Payment Processing: Payment information is processed securely through GoDaddy’s platform.
• Legal Compliance: If required to comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests.
6. How Long Do We Retain Your Data?
We retain your data only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. For example:
• Order and transaction records are retained for [X years] to comply with tax and accounting regulations.
7. Your Rights Under GDPR
As an EU/EEA user, you have the following rights:
• Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
• Correction: Ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Deletion: Request that we delete your personal data (subject to legal obligations).
• Restriction: Limit the processing of your data.
• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@oceantape.com.
8. How Do We Protect Your Data?
We rely on GoDaddy’s security measures, including encryption and industry-standard protocols, to protect your data from unauthorized access or breaches.
9. International Data Transfers
If personal data is transferred outside the EU/EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:
• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at: info@oceantape.com