Your Privacy Matters
This Privacy Policy explains how JS FITTINGS collects, uses, stores, and protects information obtained through flangeasme.com and related business communications. This site is a B2B industrial platform; we do not target consumers or minors.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information only as necessary to respond to business inquiries and provide our services. The types of information we may collect include:
1.1 Information You Provide Directly
- Name, job title, and company name
- Business email address and telephone number
- Shipping and billing address
- Product specifications, technical drawings, and RFQ (Request for Quotation) details
- Messages, correspondence, and attachments sent via contact forms, email, or WhatsApp
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
- IP address and approximate geographic location (country/region level)
- Browser type, operating system, and device information
- Pages visited, referral URLs, and time spent on pages
- Cookie identifiers and session data (see Section 4)
1.3 Information We Do Not Collect
- ✓We do not collect payment card numbers or banking credentials directly; any transactions are handled through secure third-party payment processors.
- ✓We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under 18 years of age.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following legitimate business purposes:
Inquiry & Quotation Processing
To respond to RFQs, provide technical proposals, and issue formal quotations within our 2-hour response commitment.
Order Management
To process orders, coordinate production schedules, prepare shipping documentation, and provide MTR traceability records.
Customer Communication
To send order confirmations, shipment notifications, inspection reports, and respond to after-sales inquiries.
Legal & Compliance
To comply with export control regulations, customs documentation requirements, and applicable trade laws in China and destination countries.
Website Improvement
To analyze traffic patterns, identify popular product pages, and improve site performance and user experience.
Business Development
To send relevant product updates, new standard announcements, or industry news to existing business contacts (with opt-out option).
3. Legal Basis for Processing
Where applicable under GDPR or similar data protection frameworks, we process personal data on the following legal bases:
Contractual Necessity
Processing required to fulfill a purchase order, supply contract, or pre-contractual quotation request.
Legitimate Interests
Processing necessary for our legitimate business interests, such as website analytics, fraud prevention, and B2B marketing communications, where these interests are not overridden by your rights.
Legal Obligation
Processing required to comply with Chinese export regulations, customs laws, tax obligations, and international trade compliance requirements.
Consent
Where you have explicitly provided consent, such as subscribing to product newsletters or accepting non-essential cookies. You may withdraw consent at any time.
4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality and understand visitor behavior. Below is a summary of the cookie types we use:
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration | Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | Session management, form security (CSRF tokens), load balancing | Session | Yes |
| Analytics | Google Analytics -- page views, traffic sources, user flow, geographic data (anonymized IP) | Up to 2 years | Optional |
| Functional | Language preference, form pre-fill, live chat session continuity | 30 days | Optional |
| Marketing | Google Ads conversion tracking, remarketing to B2B visitors who viewed product pages | Up to 90 days | Optional |
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control non-essential cookies through your browser settings or by using the cookie preference banner displayed on your first visit. Disabling analytics or marketing cookies will not affect your ability to request quotations or contact us. For instructions on managing cookies in your browser, visit aboutcookies.org.
5. Third-Party Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their own marketing purposes. We may share your data only in the following circumstances:
Logistics & Freight Partners
Shipping name, address, and contact details are shared with freight forwarders, shipping lines, and customs brokers solely to fulfill your order and comply with export documentation requirements.
Third-Party Inspection Bodies
Where a customer requires third-party inspection (e.g., SGS, BV, TÜV), relevant order and contact details are shared with the appointed inspection agency.
Technology Service Providers
We use trusted service providers including Google Analytics, Google Ads, and web hosting infrastructure. These providers process data only on our instructions and under strict data processing agreements.
Payment Processors
International wire transfer details and trade finance documentation may involve correspondent banks. We do not directly handle card payment data.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information when required by Chinese law, court order, or regulatory authority, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of JS FITTINGS, our customers, or others.
6. International Data Transfers
JS FITTINGS is headquartered in Hebei Province, China. As a global B2B supplier serving 50+ countries, your data may be processed and stored on servers located in China or in the country where our technology service providers operate (including the United States and European Union).
When transferring data internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including:
- Standard contractual clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission where required for EU personal data
- Data processing agreements with all third-party service providers
- Compliance with China's Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL) for data exported from China
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law:
7
Years
Order records, invoices, and MTR documentation (tax and trade compliance)
3
Years
Quotation inquiries and pre-sales correspondence not resulting in an order
26
Months
Google Analytics data (anonymized traffic and behavioral data)
After the applicable retention period, data is securely deleted or anonymized. You may request earlier deletion of your data subject to legal retention obligations (see Section 8).
8. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data. We will respond to verified requests within 30 days:
Right of Access
Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to Erasure
Request deletion of your data where there is no legitimate reason for continued processing.
Right to Portability
Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Right to Object
Object to processing based on legitimate interests, including direct marketing.
Right to Withdraw Consent
Withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior lawful processing.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact our privacy team at sales@flangeasme.com with the subject line "Privacy Request." We will verify your identity before processing any request. Note that certain data may be exempt from deletion where required for legal compliance or legitimate business records.
9. Data Security
We implement industry-standard technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure:
- SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmitted through the website
- Access controls limiting internal data access to authorized personnel only
- Regular security assessments of our website and IT infrastructure
- Staff training on data handling and confidentiality obligations
- Encrypted storage for sensitive commercial documents and customer records
While we take all reasonable precautions, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure. In the event of a data breach that poses a risk to your rights, we will notify affected parties and relevant authorities as required by applicable law.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites, industry portals, or certification body pages. These sites have their own privacy policies, and we have no responsibility or liability for their content or practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any external site you visit through a link on flangeasme.com.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or business operations. When we make material changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
- Post a notice on the website homepage for a reasonable period
- Notify registered contacts by email where the changes significantly affect their rights
Your continued use of our website or services after any update constitutes acceptance of the revised policy. We recommend reviewing this page periodically.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Company
Hebei Jinsheng Pipe Fitting Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
Address
Wuliyao Industry Zone, Yanshan County,
Cangzhou City, Hebei Province, China
Email (Privacy Requests)
sales@flangeasme.comPhone / WhatsApp
+86-18003119682Website
www.flangeasme.comWe aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 5 business days. For urgent matters, please mark your email subject line with "URGENT -- Privacy Request". If you are unsatisfied with our response, you may have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority.
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