Privacy Policy - Oil-Etf

1. Our Commitment to Privacy and Data Protection

At oil-etf.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”), we recognize the vital importance of protecting personal information and respecting your privacy. We are firmly committed to maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and security of any data collected from visitors and users of our website. We process your personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

2. Scope of Policy and Data Controller Role

This Privacy Policy applies to all personal data collected and processed through our website, oil-etf.com. We act as the “data controller” for the purposes of the GDPR, determining the purposes and means of processing your personal data. By using this site or submitting personal data to us, you acknowledge and consent to the data practices described herein.

3. Categories of Data Processed

We collect and process the following categories of personal data when you use oil-etf.com:

a. Usage Data
Includes information about how you access and interact with our website, such as your IP address, browser type and version, operating system, pages viewed, time spent on pages, referral sources, and session data.

b. Account Data
If you create an account, we collect and store your full name, physical address, email address, phone number, and any other details provided during registration.

c. Profile Data
Includes user preferences, purchase history, behavioral data within the site, interaction summaries, and personalized settings.

d. Communication Data
Includes any correspondence you send to us, such as customer support requests, email exchanges, feedback, complaint submissions, and contact form data.

e. Technical Data
Includes data on your device type, system configuration, language settings, internet service provider, screen resolution, and system environment.

f. Transaction Data
Includes data derived from transactions you make through the website, including payment card information (processed by a third-party payment processor), billing details, order history, and delivery address.

g. Preference Data
Encompasses your marketing preferences and consents (where applicable), product and content interests, and survey responses.

4. Legal Bases for Processing

We collect and process your data under the following legal bases:

– Consent: When legally required, and for optional data uses such as marketing emails.
– Contractual Necessity: To provide products, services, or information you request pursuant to an agreement.
– Legitimate Interests: For operating and improving oil-etf.com, safeguarding our systems, customer support, fraud detection, and analytics.
– Legal Obligation: To comply with tax, accounting, anti-fraud, and other legal duties.

5. Your Rights

Under applicable laws, you have the following rights with respect to your personal data:

– Right of Access: You may request information on the personal data we hold about you.
– Right to Rectification: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
– Right to Erasure: You have the right to request deletion of your personal data under certain conditions.
– Right to Restrict Processing: You may request limited use of your data in specific circumstances.
– Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format for transfer to another controller.
– Right to Object: You may object to processing based on legitimate interests, direct marketing, or profiling.

To exercise any of these rights, or for data-related inquiries, contact us at [email protected].

6. Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security protocols to protect your data, including:

– Encryption of data in transit and at rest
– Role-based access controls and authentication systems
– Secure servers and firewalls
– Regular vulnerability assessments and security testing
– Staff awareness and data protection training
– Regular system backups and disaster recovery plans

Despite our efforts, no transmission over the Internet is fully secure; we encourage you to take proper precautions when sharing information online.

7. International Data Transfers

Your personal data may be transferred to, and maintained on, servers located outside your jurisdiction. In cases of international transfer, we implement appropriate safeguards such as the European Commission’s Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent mechanisms to ensure lawful processing in accordance with applicable regional regulations.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected:

– Usage and Technical Data: up to 12 months for analytics and security
– Account and Profile Data: retained while the account remains active and for a period of 6 years following closure
– Communication Data: retained for up to 5 years for documentation and legal compliance
– Transaction Data: retained for up to 7 years to meet tax and accounting regulations
– Preference Data: maintained until user withdraws consent or unsubscribes

Data may be anonymized or aggregated for longer retention where applicable.

9. Cookie Policy

oil-etf.com uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and to analyze website performance. Categories of cookies include:

– Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality (e.g., login, navigation)
– Functional Cookies: Enable personalization and convenience features (e.g., language preferences)
– Analytics Cookies: Track visitor interactions to improve performance and content
– Performance Cookies: Support technical diagnostics and uptime monitoring

Third-party service providers may also place cookies subject to their own privacy policies.

10. Cookie Management and GDPR/CCPA Compliance

You can manage cookie preferences via your browser’s settings or our website’s cookie banner. Under the GDPR and CCPA, we honor your right to opt out of non-essential cookies and to modify your consent decisions at any time. Our systems support “Do Not Track” signals and user opt-out mechanisms to the extent technically feasible.

11. Children’s Privacy

oil-etf.com is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from individuals in this age group. If we become aware of such data collection, we will promptly delete that data in accordance with applicable law. Parents or guardians who believe their child may have submitted information are encouraged to contact us at [email protected].

12. Policy Updates and Notifications

We reserve the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in legal, technical, or business requirements. When changes are made, we will post the updated version on this page and, where appropriate, notify users through our website interface or by direct communication. Continued use of our services after any changes constitutes your consent to the revised policy.

13. Contact

If you have any questions or concerns regarding your personal data or this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]
Website: https://oil-etf.com

We are fully committed to complying with applicable data protection laws, safeguarding your privacy, and ensuring transparent use of personal data. Should you have any privacy-related concerns, our team is available to assist.