Legal & Compliance

Privacy Policy

We are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy rights under GDPR and applicable international data protection regulations.

Last Updated: January 1, 2025
Version 1.0

This Privacy Policy applies to all personal data processed by our company in connection with our pet poop bag export business, including data collected through our website, inquiry forms, email correspondence, and business partnerships. We operate as an international B2B exporter serving clients primarily in the European Union and North America, and we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable data protection laws.

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Data Controller

For the purposes of the GDPR and applicable data protection legislation, the data controller responsible for your personal data is our company. As a B2B exporter of sustainable pet waste products, we determine the purposes and means of processing personal data received from business contacts, website visitors, and prospective or existing trade partners.

Controller Details

Company

PetEco Global Trade Co., Ltd.

Business Type

Pet Waste Products Exporter

Primary Markets

European Union, North America

Data Protection Contact

[email protected]

If you are located in the European Union, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority. For EU representatives and DPO inquiries, please contact us using the details provided in Section 12.

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Data We Collect

As a B2B export company, the personal data we collect is primarily related to business contacts and commercial interactions. We do not sell consumer products directly to individuals. The categories of personal data we may collect include:

Business Contact Information

Full name, job title, company name, business email address, phone number, business mailing address, country of operation.

Inquiry & Transaction Data

Product inquiry details, order history, quotation records, procurement requirements, preferred product specifications, volume and pricing discussions.

Communication Data

Email correspondence, messages submitted via contact forms, meeting notes, and other communications related to business inquiries or ongoing partnerships.

Website Usage Data

IP address, browser type and version, operating system, pages visited, time spent on pages, referral URLs, and other technical data collected via cookies and analytics tools. See Section 8 for more details.

Note: We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data (special categories under GDPR Article 9), financial account details, or personal data from individuals under the age of 16. Our services are directed exclusively at business professionals and trade buyers.

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How We Use Your Data

We use the personal data we collect solely for defined, legitimate business purposes. We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data to third parties for marketing purposes.

Responding to Business Inquiries

Processing and responding to requests for product information, samples, quotes, or partnership discussions submitted through our website or email.

Order Fulfilment & Export Operations

Managing trade orders, coordinating logistics, preparing export documentation, and facilitating customs clearance for shipments to EU and North American markets.

Partner Relationship Management

Maintaining long-term business relationships with wholesale buyers, retailers, and distribution partners, including account management and follow-up communications.

OEM & Custom Branding Services

Coordinating private label design, packaging customization, and brand specification requirements for clients requesting bespoke product solutions.

Legal & Regulatory Compliance

Fulfilling obligations under international trade law, export control regulations, anti-money laundering requirements, and applicable tax laws in relevant jurisdictions.

Website Analytics & Improvement

Analyzing website usage patterns to improve user experience, optimize content for our target B2B audience, and measure the effectiveness of our online presence.

Trade Communications (with consent)

Sending product updates, sustainability reports, new material announcements, and relevant industry information to business contacts who have opted in to receive such communications.

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Data Sharing & International Transfers

We do not sell personal data. We may share personal data with third parties only in the following circumstances, and only to the extent necessary:

Logistics & Freight Partners

Shipping companies, freight forwarders, and customs brokers require certain contact and shipment data to process international deliveries to EU and North American destinations.

Technology Service Providers

Cloud hosting providers, CRM systems, email platforms, and website analytics tools that process data on our behalf under data processing agreements (DPAs) ensuring equivalent data protection standards.

Legal & Financial Advisors

Legal counsel, accountants, and auditors who are bound by professional confidentiality obligations and require access to certain data to provide their services.

Regulatory & Government Authorities

Customs authorities, tax agencies, and other government bodies in connection with export compliance, where disclosure is required by law or official request.

International Data Transfers (GDPR Chapter V)

As an international export company, data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the EEA, including China and North America. For transfers to countries without an EU adequacy decision, we rely on Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission, or other appropriate safeguards under GDPR Article 46. You may request a copy of the applicable transfer mechanism by contacting us at the details in Section 12.

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Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law. Our retention periods are guided by the following principles:

Data retention periods by category
Data Category Retention Period Basis
Business contact & inquiry data 3 years from last interaction Legitimate interests
Active trade partner data Duration of relationship + 5 years Contractual necessity
Order & export transaction records 7 years Legal obligation (tax & trade law)
Marketing communications (consent-based) Until consent is withdrawn Consent
Website analytics data 26 months Legitimate interests

Upon expiry of the applicable retention period, personal data is securely deleted or anonymized. Where data must be retained for legal purposes, it is restricted from active use.

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Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data. We are committed to honoring these rights promptly and without charge, within the timeframes required by applicable law.

Right of Access

Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you (GDPR Art. 15 / CCPA).

Right to Rectification

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data (GDPR Art. 16).

Right to Erasure

Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten") where no overriding legal basis exists (GDPR Art. 17 / CCPA).

Right to Restrict Processing

Request that we limit how we use your data in certain circumstances (GDPR Art. 18).

Right to Data Portability

Receive your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format for transfer to another controller (GDPR Art. 20).

Right to Object

Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes at any time (GDPR Art. 21).

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of the above rights, please submit a written request to [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days (extendable to 90 days for complex requests under GDPR). We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

EU residents also have the right to lodge a complaint with their national data protection authority. A list of EU supervisory authorities is available at edpb.europa.eu.

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Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance functionality and understand how visitors engage with our content. In accordance with the EU ePrivacy Directive and GDPR, we obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies.

Strictly Necessary Cookies

Essential for the website to function. These cannot be disabled. They enable core features such as page navigation and form submission. No consent required.

Analytics Cookies

Used to collect aggregated, anonymized data about website usage (e.g., Google Analytics). Help us understand which pages are most visited by trade buyers and improve our content. Require consent.

Functional Cookies

Remember your preferences and settings (e.g., language, region) to provide a more personalized experience. Require consent.

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through our cookie consent banner or by adjusting your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. For more details, please refer to our separate Cookie Policy.

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Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, accidental loss, destruction, or disclosure. Our security practices include:

SSL/TLS encryption for all data in transit

Encryption of personal data at rest

Access controls and role-based permissions

Regular security assessments and staff training

Data Processing Agreements with all third-party processors

Incident response procedures for data breach notification

In the event of a personal data breach that poses a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify the relevant supervisory authority within 72 hours and, where required, inform affected individuals without undue delay, in accordance with GDPR Article 33-34.

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Children's Privacy

Our website and services are directed exclusively at business professionals, wholesale buyers, retailers, and trade procurement personnel. We do not knowingly collect, process, or store personal data from individuals under the age of 16 (or the applicable age of digital consent in their jurisdiction). If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected data from a minor, we will promptly delete such data. If you believe we may have collected data from a child, please contact us immediately at [email protected].

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California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) grants you additional rights regarding your personal information. Please note that our services are B2B in nature; however, to the extent CCPA applies:

Right to Know

You have the right to request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you, the sources, our business purposes, and the categories of third parties with whom we share it.

Right to Delete

You have the right to request deletion of personal information we have collected, subject to certain exceptions for legal compliance, security, and business operations.

Right to Opt-Out of Sale or Sharing

We do not sell or share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising. You may still submit an opt-out request to [email protected].

Non-Discrimination

We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA rights, including by denying services, charging different prices, or providing a different level of service quality.

To submit a verifiable consumer request under CCPA, please contact us at [email protected] with the subject line "CCPA Privacy Request." We will respond within 45 days, extendable by an additional 45 days when reasonably necessary.

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Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data processing practices, please contact our privacy team. We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 5 business days.

Privacy Inquiries

[email protected]

For all GDPR, CCPA, and data subject requests

General Contact

[email protected]

For business and trade inquiries

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or business operations. We will notify significant changes via email to active business contacts or by posting a prominent notice on our website. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates the most recent revision.

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This Privacy Policy was last reviewed and updated on January 1, 2025. It supersedes all previous versions.

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