TCT
THE COMMODITY TRADERS
COMMODITIES OF THE WORLD
1. Legal Basis for Data Collection
You can visit our website without disclosing your identity. When you do, we collect and process your personal data on the following legal grounds, as outlined in Article 6 of the GDPR:
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Legitimate Interests: Necessary for our business interests, provided these interests do not override your rights.
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Consent: When you provide consent by using our online contact form, accepting cookies, or for any additional purposes expressly agreed upon.
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Legal Obligations: Where the data processing is required to fulfil our legal obligations.
Privacy Policy
At TCT The Commodity Traders, B.V., we collect and process personal data in strict accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) 2016/679 and all other applicable privacy laws.
Privacy Policy Overview
At TCT The Commodity Traders, B.V. (“we”, “our”, “us”), your privacy is paramount. We are committed to ensuring that the collection and processing of your personal data is handled safely and transparently, in full compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulations 2016/679 (GDPR) and all other applicable privacy laws.
2. Purpose of Data Collection
We collect your personal data for several specific reasons:
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Website Access & Connectivity: To enable you to use and connect to our websites.
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Functionality & Maintenance: To ensure that our websites function properly.
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Security & Stability: To maintain the security and stability of our system.
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User Experience Optimization: To enhance your online experience.
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Statistical Analysis: To compile statistics for improving our services.
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Customer Interaction: To interact with you as needed (e.g., via our Contact form).
3. Types of Personal Data Collected
Personal Data refers to any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person. We collect:
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Direct Identifiers: Such as your name, address, telephone number, and date of birth.
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Location & Online Identifiers: Including location data and online identifiers.
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Technical Connection Data: For example, the pages you visit, your shortened IP address, date and time of access, and the type of device used.
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Purpose-Driven Data: Any other data that is collected for the above-mentioned purposes.
Please note, statistical information (e.g., website traffic data) that cannot be linked to you is not considered personal data.
4. Methods of Data Collection
We obtain your personal data through various channels:
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Online Forms: Such as the Contact form on our website.
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Digital Communications: Emails, phone calls, and voicemail messages.
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Direct Interactions: Initial requests or inquiries processed by our team.
Note: Our website is not intended for minors, and any personal information from minors is not knowingly collected without appropriate legal representative consent (as per Art. 8 para. 2 GDPR).
5. Data Sharing with Third Parties
We may share your personal data within our organization and with trusted third-party suppliers under the following conditions:
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Internal Sharing: Within TCT, ensuring all activities comply with GDPR and applicable privacy laws.
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Third-Party Providers: To let our suppliers perform required tasks on our behalf. These suppliers are contractually bound to use your data only for the services they provide to us and in strict accordance with data protection regulations.
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Legal Disclosures: In situations where a legal basis exists, third parties may access your personal data without your direct consent.
6. Data Transfers
When transfers of personal data are necessary:
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We take steps to ensure your data receives the protection required by the GDPR.
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Job Applications: If an application is submitted for a role outside of the designated jurisdiction, your data may be transferred via email to the appropriate location.
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Transfers Outside the EEA: If data is transferred to an entity outside the European Economic Area, we implement appropriate safeguards to ensure compliance with GDPR standards.
7. Data Storage
Your personal data is stored in various locations and with multiple service providers, including external data centers. This decentralization helps us maintain high standards of security and accessibility.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal data according to the following principles:
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Purpose-Driven Retention: For as long as necessary to achieve the purposes described in this Policy.
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Legal Compliance: For longer periods if required to meet other legal or regulatory obligations.
Once your personal data is no longer needed, we will anonymize or delete it, subject to any legal requirements to retain it for a specified duration or to support legal claims.
9. Your Privacy Rights
Under applicable data protection laws, you are entitled to several rights regarding your personal data. These include:
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Right of Access (Art. 15 GDPR): Request access to and receive a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
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Right to Rectification (Art. 16 GDPR): Request correction of any inaccurate personal data.
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Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”, Art. 17 GDPR): Request deletion of your personal data, subject to applicable retention conditions.
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Right to Restriction (Art. 18 GDPR): Request limitations on how your data is processed when its accuracy is contested or if you object to processing.
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Right to Object (Art. 21 GDPR): Object to the processing of your personal data.
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Right to Data Portability (Art. 20 GDPR): Receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
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Right to Complain: Lodge a complaint with the relevant oversight authority if you believe your data is not being processed in compliance with applicable laws.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at: Email: compliance [at] tctrotterdam [dot] com.
10. Safeguarding Your Personal Data
We have implemented a combination of technical and organizational measures to ensure that your personal data is kept secure:
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Technical Measures: Include state-of-the-art IT security protocols to protect data integrity, confidentiality, and availability.
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Organizational Measures: Relate to our internal processes and procedures, including staff training and access controls.
These measures are continuously monitored and updated in line with technological advances and evolving risks.
11. Cookies
Our website uses cookies, including those from Google Analytics, to enhance your browsing experience. Here’s what you need to know:
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Usage: Cookies are small text files placed on your device to help analyze web traffic and store your personal preferences.
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Consent: You will be prompted to accept or decline cookies on your initial visit. Declining may limit your experience on our site.
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Control: You can modify your browser settings to control cookie usage, but note that this may affect functionality across our website.
12. Reviews and Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to review and update this Privacy Policy periodically in response to changes in our business operations, legal requirements, or technological improvements. The most recent version of this Policy will always be available on our website, with the effective date noted at the beginning of the document. We encourage you to review the policy regularly to remain informed about how your data is processed.
13. Further Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data processing practices, please feel free to contact us using the details provided below:
TCT The Commodity Traders, B.V.
Corporate Office:
WTC Den Haag Prinses Margrietplantsoen 33
The Hague, 2595AM, The Netherlands
Email: compliance [at] thecommoditytraders [dot] com