Introduction

At Green Sourcing, your privacy is of utmost importance to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (www.szgreensourcing.com) or use our services. By accessing or using our site, you agree to the practices outlined in this policy. This policy is crafted in accordance with relevant data protection laws, including considerations for international data transfers and the laws of the People’s Republic of China.

Please take the time to review this policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms, please do not access or use our services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information to provide and improve our services to you.

1.1 Personal Information

When you interact with us, we may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as:

• Name
• Company Name
• Job Title
• Email Address
• Phone Number
• Postal Address
• Inquiry Details (e.g., product specifications, quantities, target prices)
• Any other information that you choose to provide via contact forms, emails, or during phone calls.

1.2 Usage Data

We collect information on how you access and use our website, such as:

• Your IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating System
• Time and date of visit
• Pages viewed
• Time spent on those pages
• Referring website (if applicable)
• General location data (derived from IP address)

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to monitor the activity on our website and collect certain information. Details about our use of cookies are provided in our Cookie Policy, which is incorporated into our Terms of Service.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect in several ways to provide and improve our services:

2.1 To Provide Services

• Respond to your inquiries and requests for information.
• Prepare quotations and proposals for sourcing services.
• Negotiate with suppliers on your behalf (with your explicit consent).
• Manage orders and facilitate communication between you and suppliers.
• Arrange logistics and shipping (with your explicit consent).
• Provide customer support.

2.2 For Analytics and Improvements

• Analyze website traffic and user behavior to improve our content, services, and website functionality.
• Ensure the website operates efficiently and securely.
• Monitor the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.

2.3 For Marketing Purposes

• With your explicit consent (opt-in), we may send you newsletters, updates about our services, industry insights, or other marketing materials. You can opt-out of these communications at any time.
• We do not use your personal information for automated decision-making or profiling for marketing purposes without your consent.

2.4 Legal Compliance

• We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., courts or government agencies).

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following ways:

3.1 With Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

• Website hosting and maintenance.
• Data analytics (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Email communication (e.g., sending newsletters, if you opt-in).
• Customer relationship management (CRM).
• Logistics and shipping partners (only with your explicit consent and as necessary to fulfill your sourcing requests).

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes specified by Green Sourcing.

3.2 With Suppliers (With Your Consent)

To fulfill your sourcing requests, we may need to share relevant information (such as product specifications, quantities, and target prices) with potential suppliers in China. We will always obtain your explicit consent before sharing any information that could identify you or your company with a supplier.

3.3 For Legal Reasons

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., courts, government agencies, customs officials) in the People’s Republic of China or other relevant jurisdictions.

3.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of Green Sourcing’s business, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email and/or a prominent notice on our website of any change in ownership or uses of your personal information, as well as any choices you may have regarding your personal information.

4. How We Protect Your Information

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect it from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

5. Your Data Rights

Depending on your location and applicable data protection laws (including GDPR for EU residents and relevant Chinese regulations), you may have certain rights regarding your personal data. These rights may include:

5.1 Access and Correction

You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to request corrections if that information is inaccurate or incomplete.

5.2 Deletion (Right to Be Forgotten)

You can request that we delete your personal data, subject to certain legal exceptions (e.g., we may need to retain some information for legal compliance or record-keeping purposes).

5.3 Data Portability

You may have the right to request that we transfer your personal data to another data controller, where technically feasible.

5.4 Restriction of Processing

You may have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal data under certain circumstances.

5.5 Objection to Processing

You may have the right to object to the processing of your personal data, particularly for direct marketing purposes.

5.6 Opt-Out of Marketing Communications

You can unsubscribe from marketing emails or other communications at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in the email or by contacting us directly.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the contact information provided below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe, in accordance with applicable laws.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other websites that are not operated by us. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that website. We strongly advise you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites or services you visit. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or any other aspect of third-party websites.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from someone under 13, we will take steps to delete that information.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted and be updated at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any updates.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:

Green Sourcing Support Team

Email: [email protected]