Privacy Policy for Open Ocean Services
Welcome to Open Ocean Services
A leading maritime security company dedicated to ensuring the privacy and security of your personal information
This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, process, and utilize your data when you visit our website at www.openocean.services. By accessing our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
1. Data Controller and Contact Information
Open Ocean Services is the data controller for the purposes of the Data Protection Act 1998 (“DPA”) and the General Data Protection Regulations (“GDPR”). For any inquiries regarding the collection or processing of your data, please contact us at [email protected].
2. Collection of Personal Data
We collect personal data directly provided by you, the user, such as your email address, name, home or work address, and telephone number. This information is typically provided with your consent when making inquiries or purchasing our services. In addition, we use analytical and statistical tools to monitor details of your website visits, including traffic data, location data, weblogs, and other communication data, which are used for analysis but do not personally identify you.
3. Payment Information Security
Your payment information (e.g., credit card details) is securely processed by third-party payment processors, and Open Ocean Services does not have access to or store this information. We may share your personal data with payment processors solely for completing the relevant payment transactions.
4. Use of Your Information
We may process the personal data you provide in accordance with the DPA and GDPR. The information collected is used for the following purposes:
• To notify you about changes to our website.
• For existing customers, to provide information about goods and services similar to previous purchases.
• With your consent, to provide information on products or services from other parties.
• With your consent, to send e-newsletters.
5. Disclosure of Your Information
We may disclose your information to regulatory bodies to comply with the law, assist in fraud protection, and minimize credit risk. With your consent, we may share your data with selected third parties for marketing purposes.
6. Controlling the Use of Your Data
You have the right to revoke or vary your consent at any time. To opt-out of processing your personal data for marketing purposes, contact us at [email protected].
7. Data Storage and Transfer
Your data may be transferred and stored outside the European Economic Area (EEA) for the provision of our services. We take steps to ensure your privacy rights are protected in accordance with the DPA and GDPR.
8. Security
While we strive to protect your personal data during transmission, the security of information transmitted via the internet or email cannot be guaranteed. Once received, we implement strict procedures and security features to prevent unauthorized access.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites with their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for the policies of these websites.
10. Your Rights
Under the DPA and GDPR, you have the right to access information held about you, change permissions, request data cessation, or deletion. Contact us at [email protected] to exercise these rights.
11. Changes to this Policy
We may update this policy to reflect website changes and customer feedback. Please regularly review it for updates.
12. Use of Cookies
Our website uses cookies to gather statistical data about client usage. You can decline cookies through your browser settings, but this may limit website access.
13. Training Disclaimer Policy
The training materials provided by Open Ocean Services are for training purposes only. Users should consider specific circumstances and confirm procedures with relevant organizations. Open Ocean Services assumes no liability for individuals trained and certified by us.
For any questions, comments, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].