Privacy Policy

Effective Date: Updated at January 15th, 2025

MarineHubs.com is committed to protecting the privacy of its users. This Privacy Policy explains how your personal information is collected, used, and safeguarded in compliance with privacy regulations such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union, California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) in the United States, PIPL, APPI, PDPB in Asia, and Privacy Act 1988 in Australia.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

Personal Information: Including your name, email, phone number, and account details.

Service Information: Files and images uploaded for service requests.

Technical Data: Such as IP address, browser type, and device details.

Cookies and Similar Technologies: To improve the user experience.

(GDPR):

Sensitive data is collected only with your explicit consent.

You have the right to access, rectify, delete, or transfer your data.

We process your data only for specific purposes and adhere to the principle of data minimization.

Your Rights:

Right to access, rectify, delete, and transfer your data.

Right to object to data processing.

(CCPA):

You have the right to know what data is collected and how it is used.

You can request the deletion of your data.

A “Do Not Sell My Information” option is provided for all users.

If your data is used for commercial purposes, you will be informed.

We do not sell your information under any circumstances.

Your Rights:

Request details about the data collected.

Request data deletion.

(PIPL, APPI, PDPB):

Data transfer outside your country is conducted only in compliance with your country’s regulations.

Sensitive data is collected only with clear and explicit consent.

Data transfers outside of China are conducted only in compliance with local laws.

Your Rights:

Right to request deletion, correction, or transfer of information.

Right to know how your data is being transferred.

(Privacy Act 1988):

We comply with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

Collected information will only be used for specified purposes.

Your Rights:

Access your personal data and request corrections.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used for:

Creating and managing your account.

Facilitating communication between clients and service providers.

Processing payments and handling service requests.

Improving website performance and user experience.

Sending updates and notifications.

3. Sharing Your Information

Your information is shared only under the following circumstances:

With other users: Once payment is confirmed, contact information is shared between clients and providers.

With third parties: For payment processing or data hosting purposes.

In compliance with laws: If required by legal obligations.

4. Data Security

We implement advanced security measures such as encryption and access control. However, no system is completely secure.

5. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies to:

Save your login preferences.

Analyze user behavior to improve the site.

Provide a better user experience.

Consent is required for non-essential cookies.

Users can opt out of data tracking.

6. Data Transfers

If your data is transferred outside your region, appropriate security measures such as standard contractual clauses will be applied.

7. Changes to the Privacy Policy

This policy may be updated from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page, and the effective date will be updated.

8. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this policy, please contact us:

Email: support@marinehubs.com

This Privacy Policy is fully aligned with GDPR, CCPA, PIPL, APPI, PDPB, and the Privacy Act 1988 of Australia