At Nautica Fuel (“Nautica Fuel”, “we”, “our”), confidentiality and data protection are of utmost importance. This privacy policy outlines how we process personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws. By using our website or submitting your personal information, you accept the terms of this privacy policy. 

Website Users 

Collection of Personal Data 

We may collect, process, and store your data in the following scenarios: 
– When you visit and browse our website 
– When you contact us via forms or email 
– When you apply for a job 
– When you use any service or feature on the website 

Categories of Personal Data 

We may collect and process: 
– Identification details (e.g., name, email, phone number) 
– Communication history 
– User preferences and interests 
– Digital data (e.g., IP address, device type, browser version, location, etc.) 

Purpose of Processing 

We process your data for: 
– Responding to your inquiries 
– Customer support 
– Promotional communication (if opted in) 
– Website analytics and improvements 
– Talent recruitment 
– Product and service development 
– Compliance and risk management 

Legal Basis for Processing 

We rely on one or more of the following legal bases: 
– Legitimate interests (e.g., communication, support, and analytics) 
– Consent (e.g., newsletters and marketing) 
– Legal obligation 
– Performance of a contract (e.g., when providing requested services) 

Retention Period 

We retain your personal data for up to 6 months, after which it will be anonymized or securely deleted unless required for legal purposes. 

Cookies 

We use cookies to enhance user experience. Please refer to our [Cookie Policy](#) for more details. 

Links to External Websites 

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. NauticaFuels is not responsible for their content or privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies. 

Business Partners and Suppliers 

Collection of Personal Data 

We collect data when: 
– You or your organization enters into an agreement with us 
– You show interest in our services 
– You communicate or collaborate with us 

Types of Data Collected 

– Identification and contact data 
– Company and job details 
– Contracts, orders, and communication records 
– KYC documents where applicable 
– Payment and financial data 

Purpose of Processing 

– Business relationship management 
– Order processing and billing 
– Regulatory compliance 
– Dispute resolution 
– General correspondence 

Legal Basis 

– Performance of contract 
– Legal obligations 
– Legitimate interests (e.g., fraud prevention, communication, support) 

Retention 

We retain your data for up to 6 months, unless longer storage is necessary for legal or operational reasons. 

Job Applicants 

Collection of Data 

If you apply for a job at NauticaFuels, we may process data provided in your resume, interviews, references, and public profiles. 

Purpose 

To assess your qualifications and suitability for employment. 

Legal Basis 

– Employment contract 
– Legitimate interest 
– Consent (e.g., reference checks) 

Retention 

– If hired, your data will be stored in your personnel file 
– If not selected, data will be kept for 6 months unless otherwise agreed 

Data Sharing & Transfers 

We may share personal data with: 
– IT service providers 
– Legal or audit consultants 
– Government or regulatory authorities 
– Affiliates and business partners 
Transfers outside the EU/EEA are safeguarded by standard contractual clauses. 

Your Rights 

You have the right to: 
– Access your data 
– Rectify or delete your data 
– Restrict or object to processing 
– Data portability 
– Withdraw consent at any time 

Policy Updates 

We may update this policy periodically. The latest version will always be available on our website.