This Privacy Policy describes how China Sourcing & Trading Co. (“we,” “our,” “us”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our website and services.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following categories of information:
- Contact information — name, company, email, phone, WeChat/WhatsApp
- Business information — country, industry, sourcing requirements, order volumes
- Communication records — emails, messages, and call logs with our team
- Technical data — IP address, browser type, pages visited (via standard server logs and analytics)
- Payment information — bank details required for wire transfers (handled via secure banking channels, not stored on our servers)
2. How We Use Your Information
- To provide sourcing, purchasing, inspection, and logistics services
- To communicate with you about orders, quotes, and inquiries
- To send service-related updates (with consent, optional marketing)
- To comply with legal obligations (anti-corruption, customs, tax)
- To improve our website and service quality
3. Data Storage & Security
Your information is stored on secure servers located in Hong Kong and mainland China. We use industry-standard encryption (SSL/TLS) for data in transit and access controls for data at rest. Only authorized staff with a need-to-know can access your data.
We retain your data for as long as needed to provide services and comply with legal obligations (typically 7 years for accounting records). You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention requirements.
4. Sharing with Third Parties
We share your information only as necessary to provide services:
- Suppliers — receive your contact and product specifications to prepare quotes and samples
- Logistics partners — receive shipping details (name, address, phone) for delivery
- Payment providers — banks and FX services process your payments
- Legal/regulatory — disclosed when required by law or to protect our rights
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
5. Cookies & Tracking
Our website uses minimal cookies required for functionality (session management) and analytics (Google Analytics, anonymized IP). You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect site functionality.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to or restrict certain processing
- Request data portability
- Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
7. International Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in China. By using our services, you consent to such transfers. We implement appropriate safeguards (encryption, contractual clauses) to protect your data in transit.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our services are intended for business professionals and are not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date below reflects the latest revision. Material changes will be communicated via email or prominent notice on our website.
10. Contact
For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact us at privacy@example.com.
Last updated: January 2026