Privacy Policy

COMPREHENSIVE INFORMATION COLLECTION

To facilitate global commodity sourcing and cross-border trade execution, we collect and process the following categories of data:

• Identity & Contact Data (Personal Information): Full name, primary and secondary email addresses, telephone numbers and professional company designations.
• Regulatory & KYC Data (Due Diligence): Business licenses, tax identification numbers and beneficial ownership documentation required to fulfill mandatory Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) verification protocols under Canadian and UAE law.
• Environmental & Certification Data (Sustainability Records): For timber and agro-trading, we process land-use data and certifications (e.g., FSC, GAFTA) to ensure adherence to international "Responsible Sourcing" mandates.
• Technical & Usage Data (Digital Footprint): IP addresses, browser specifications, device identifiers and website interaction patterns captured via secure analytics and monitoring tools.

CONTEXTUAL USE OF INFORMATION

We process data under the legal frameworks of Contractual Necessity and Legal Obligation. Specifically:

• Trade Operations: To manage the complex sourcing, distribution and logistics of agro-products (pulses, spices, soybean) and timber.
• Sustainability Monitoring: To verify adherence to regional environmental regulations and maintain the integrity of our global supply chain.
• Financial & Tax Compliance: To maintain accurate records in accordance with Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) guidelines.
• Infrastructure Security: To detect, prevent and address security incidents, fraud, or technical vulnerabilities within our digital trading platform.

DATA PROTECTION & SECURITY DISCLAIMER

We implement rigorous administrative and technical security measures, including end-to-end encryption and restricted access controls.

SECURITY DISCLAIMER: While PGCO utilizes industry-standard precautions, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. To the maximum extent permitted by law, the entity disclaims liability for any loss or damage arising from unauthorized access or data breaches occurring beyond our reasonable control.

SHARING YOUR INFORMATION

We share data only with authorized parties under strict confidentiality:

• Logistics & Inspection Partners: Shipping lines, port authorities and independent surveyors (e.g., SGS) who facilitate cargo movement and quality certification.
• Financial Institutions: Banks and trade finance partners involved in processing international payments and Letters of Credit.
• Legal & Regulatory Authorities: When mandated by law, court order, or international trade sanctions to protect our statutory rights.

INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

As a global trader, your information may be transferred to and processed in jurisdictions outside your country of residence, including the UAE. We ensure appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), are in place to ensure protection consistent with PIPEDA and UAE PDPL requirements.

THIRD-PARTY LINKS & EXTERNAL CONTENT

Our website may contain links to third-party platforms for your convenience. PGCO is not responsible for the privacy protocols, content, or security of these external sites and encourages users to review their respective policies independently.

DATA SUBJECT RIGHTS

In accordance with applicable law, you possess the following rights:

• Access & Rectification: The right to request a copy of your data and the correction of inaccuracies.
• Erasure & Objection: The right to request deletion or object to processing, subject to statutory trade retention mandates.
• Withdrawal of Consent: Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.

MANDATORY DATA RETENTION

Financial transaction and trade records are retained for a minimum of seven (7) years to comply with Canadian tax laws and international anti-money laundering regulations.

AMENDMENTS

PGCO International Trading Inc reserves the right to modify this Policy at any time. Your continued use of our platform constitutes formal acceptance of the revised terms.