Privacy Policy

Your data protection and privacy rights in our international agri and spice export business operations.

 

As an international agri export business, we handle data across multiple jurisdictions to serve customers in 50+ countries. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

1. Introduction & Data Controller

1.1 Who We Are

VH Global Export is an Indian merchant exporter specializing in premium spices and agricultural products for international markets.

1.2 Data Controller Information

  • Company Name: VH Global Export
  • Registered Address : Parejiya, Alkapuri 1 Plot No 15, Raiya Road, Near Hanuman Madhi, Rajkot-360007, Gujarat, India
  • Business Registration : Valid Indian Partnership Registration
  • Export License: FSSAI Licensed Export Business
  • Data Protection Officer: export@vhglobalexport.com

1.3 Scope of This Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to:

 

  • Our website: www.vhglobalexport.com
  • All export business communications and transactions
  • Marketing communications and newsletters
  • Customer service interactions
  • Business relationship management

1.4 Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on:

 

  • Contract Performance: Processing orders and providing export services
  • Legitimate Interest: Business communications and relationship management
  • Legal Compliance:Export regulations and trade compliance
  • Consent: Marketing communications and optional services

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Business Information

  • Company name and registration details
  • Business address and contact information
  • Industry type and business classification
  • Import/export licenses and certifications
  • Tax identification numbers and trade references
  • Banking and payment information

2.2 Personal Contact Information

  • Full name and job title
  • Email address and phone numbers
  • Business address and mailing address
  • Professional credentials and certifications
  • Communication preferences and language
  • Banking and payment information

2.3 Technical & Website Data

  • IP address and approximate geographic location
  • Browser type, version, and operating system
  • Website usage patterns, page views, and navigation behavior
  • Device information, screen resolution, and device identifiers
  • Referral sources, traffic channels, and search terms
  • Cookies and similar tracking identifiers

2.4 Transaction Information

For export business transactions, we collect:

 

  • Product specifications, grades, and quality requirements
  • Order quantities, pricing, and packaging preferences
  • Shipping destinations, delivery instructions, and incoterms
  • Payment methods, invoices, and transaction history
  • Documentation requirements and export certifications
  • Communication logs, emails, and business correspondence

2.5 Marketing & Communication Data

  • Newsletter subscription status and communication preferences
  • Marketing campaigns, emails, and communication history
  • Event attendance, trade fairs, and webinar participation
  • Social media interactions and engagement data
  • Customer feedback, reviews, and testimonials

2.6 Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website:

 

  • Log files including IP addresses, timestamps, and access times
  • Cookies, pixels, and similar tracking technologies
  • Website analytics, performance metrics, and usage statistics
  • Security monitoring, access control, and fraud prevention data
  • Error logs, crash reports, and troubleshooting information

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Export Business Operations

  • Order processing including quotations, order management, and shipment handling
  • Quality assurance to ensure products meet agreed specifications and standards
  • Preparation and management of export documentation and certificates
  • Logistics coordination for shipping, freight forwarding, and delivery
  • Payment processing including invoicing, collections, and reconciliation
  • Customer service support and issue resolution

3.2 Legal & Regulatory Compliance

  • Export license compliance, renewals, and regulatory reporting
  • Anti-money laundering (AML) compliance and monitoring
  • Know Your Customer (KYC) verification and due diligence procedures
  • Compliance with trade sanctions, embargoes, and restricted party lists
  • Tax reporting, customs declarations, and statutory filings
  • Food safety, quality standards, and regulatory documentation

3.3 Business Development & Marketing

  • Market research, competitor analysis, and industry trend evaluation
  • Product development, customization, and continuous improvement
  • Customer relationship management and business communication
  • Marketing campaigns, promotions, and business communications
  • Trade show participation, exhibitions, and professional networking
  • Newsletters, product announcements, and market updates

3.4 Website & Technology Improvement

  • Website performance optimization and reliability improvements
  • User experience (UX) and interface enhancement
  • Security monitoring, access control, and fraud prevention measures
  • Technical support, maintenance, and troubleshooting
  • Analytics, reporting, and usage pattern analysis

4. Information Sharing & Disclosure

4.1 Export Business Partners

We may share your information with trusted business partners involved in our export operations:

 

  • Logistics partners including shipping lines, freight forwarders, and customs brokers
  • Quality assurance partners such as testing laboratories and certification bodies
  • Payment processors including banks, payment gateways, and financial institutions
  • Documentation service providers for export compliance and certifications
  • Insurance providers offering marine insurance and cargo protection services

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law:

 

  • Government authorities and applicable regulatory bodies
  • Export control authorities and customs departments
  • Tax authorities, revenue departments, and statutory agencies
  • Law enforcement agencies as required by applicable laws
  • Courts, tribunals, and legal proceedings in response to lawful orders

4.3 Service Providers

  • Cloud hosting providers for secure data storage and website hosting
  • Email and messaging services for business communication and marketing
  • Analytics providers for website analytics and business intelligence
  • Customer support platforms including CRM systems and helpdesk solutions
  • Security service providers for cybersecurity monitoring and data protection

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of our business, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction, subject to confidentiality protections.

4.5 No Sale of Personal Data

We do not sell, rent, or lease personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. All data sharing is limited to legitimate business purposes as described above.

5. International Data Transfers

5.1 Countries We Transfer Data To

We may transfer your personal data to the following regions:

 

  • North America including the United States, Canada, and Mexico
  • Europe including European Union (EU/EEA) countries and the United Kingdom
  • Asia Pacific including Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, and Japan
  • Middle East including the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar
  • Other international destinations as required for legitimate export business

5.2 Safeguards for International Transfers

  • Adequacy decisions for transfers to countries with sufficient data protection laws
  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Union
  • Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs) establishing internal data protection standards
  • Certification schemes and recognized data protection frameworks
  • Legitimate business interests necessary for international trade compliance

5.3 Export Documentation Requirements

International transfers may be necessary for:

 

  • Export documentation preparation and customs clearance processes
  • Quality certificates, inspection reports, and compliance verification
  • Shipping arrangements and logistics coordination
  • Payment processing, trade finance, and banking coordination
  • Regulatory compliance with laws and standards in destination countries

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

6.1 What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide a better user experience and understand how our website is used.

6.2 Types of Cookies We Use

Manage Your Preferences

Essential CookiesRequired

Required for the website to function (e.g., security, session). These cannot be disabled.

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information.

Marketing Cookies

Used to track visitors across websites to display relevant ads.

6.3 Managing Cookie Preferences

You can control cookies through:

 

  • Browser settings to block, manage, or delete cookies
  • Our cookie preference center available on this website
  • Third-party opt-out tools provided by advertising and analytics partners
  • Industry self-regulation and privacy management programs

6.4 Third-Party Tracking

We may use third-party services that collect information for analytics, advertising, and performance measurement purposes, including:

 

  • Google Analytics for website usage, traffic insights, and performance analysis
  • Google Ads for advertising, conversion tracking, and remarketing
  • Facebook Pixel for social media advertising and audience measurement
  • LinkedIn Insight Tag for professional networking analytics and campaign insights

7. Data Security & Protection

7.1 Security Measures

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information, including:

 

  • Encryption using SSL/TLS protocols for secure data transmission
  • Role-based access controls and secure authentication mechanisms
  • Secure storage through encrypted databases and protected servers
  • Regular security audits, risk assessments, and vulnerability testing
  • Employee training programs focused on data protection and security protocols
  • Incident response procedures for detecting and managing security breaches

7.2 Data Centers & Infrastructure

  • Professional-grade data centers with robust physical security controls
  • Redundant systems, failover mechanisms, and regular backup procedures
  • 24/7 system monitoring, logging, and intrusion detection
  • Timely security updates, patches, and infrastructure maintenance
  • Disaster recovery planning and business continuity management

7.3 Payment Security

For payment processing, we maintain the following security standards:

 

  • Compliance with PCI DSS requirements where applicable
  • Use of secure and reputable payment gateways and processors
  • Encrypted transmission of financial and payment-related data
  • Fraud detection, monitoring, and prevention systems
  • Regular security audits and assessments of payment systems

7.4 Data Breach Response

In the event of a data breach, we will take the following actions:

 

  • Immediately assess the scope, nature, and potential impact of the breach
  • Contain, mitigate, and remediate the breach as quickly as possible
  • Notify affected individuals within 72 hours where required by law
  • Report the incident to relevant regulatory authorities as legally required
  • Provide guidance, support, and remediation assistance to affected parties

8. Data Retention

8.1 Retention Periods

We retain personal data for different periods based on the purpose of use:

 

  • Active customer data for the duration of the business relationship plus two years
  • Transaction records retained for seven years to meet legal and tax requirements
  • Export documentation retained for five years in accordance with regulatory compliance
  • Marketing data retained until opt-out or after two years of inactivity
  • Website analytics data retained for up to twenty-six months
  • Security and access logs retained for one year for fraud prevention and investigation

8.2 Legal Retention Requirements

Certain categories of information must be retained to comply with legal and regulatory obligations:

 

  • Export licenses, trade records, and related documentation
  • Tax records, accounting documents, and financial statements
  • Anti-money laundering (AML) and compliance records
  • Food safety certifications, test reports, and quality documentation
  • Regulatory correspondence, approvals, and official communications

8.3 Data Deletion

When applicable retention periods expire, we take the following actions:

 

  • Secure deletion or anonymization of personal data
  • Removal of data from active systems, archives, and backups where feasible
  • Maintenance of deletion records and logs for audit and compliance purposes
  • Confirmation that third-party processors also delete or anonymize shared data

8.4 Ongoing Data Review

  • Annual reviews of data retention policies and procedures
  • Regular cleanup and removal of outdated or unnecessary information
  • Periodic verification of customer data accuracy and relevance
  • Ongoing compliance monitoring, audits, and reporting

9. Your Privacy Rights

GDPR & International Privacy Rights

Even though we're based in India, we respect international privacy standards and provide similar rights to all our customers, regardless of location.

  • Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data and information about how we process it.
  • Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate, outdated, or incomplete personal data.
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of data processing in specific circumstances.
  • Data Portability: Receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
  • Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.

9.1 How to Exercise Your Rights

  • Email: export@vhglobalexport.com
  • Subject Line: “Privacy Rights Request”
  • Include: Your full name, registered email address, and details of your specific request
  • Response Time: We will respond to your request within 30 days of receipt

9.2 Verification Process

To protect your privacy and prevent unauthorized access, we may verify your identity before processing requests, which may include:

 

  • Confirmation of your email address and contact information
  • Requesting additional identification or verification documents
  • Verification of your relationship with our business or services

9.3 Limitations on Rights

Please note that the exercise of certain rights may be subject to limitations, including:

 

  • Applicable legal obligations and regulatory requirements
  • Legitimate business interests and operational needs
  • Export control laws and international trade compliance requirements
  • Existing contractual obligations and ongoing business relationships
  • Protection of the rights, freedoms, and privacy of other individuals

10. Children's Privacy

10.1 Age Restrictions

  • Our export business services are intended for business professionals and authorized company representatives
  • Individuals must be eighteen (18) years of age or older
  • Legal entities, corporations, and commercial organizations

10.2 No Collection from Children

  • We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under sixteen (16) years of age
  • We do not market or promote our services to children or minors
  • We do not create user profiles or accounts for individuals under eighteen (18)
  • We do not process payments or financial transactions from minors

10.3 Parental Rights

If you believe that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a minor, please take the following steps:

 

  • Contact us immediately at export@vhglobalexport.com
  • We will promptly investigate the matter and delete the information
  • We will implement measures to prevent any future collection from minors

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

11.1 Policy Updates

  • Changes in our business operations, processes, or practices
  • New or updated legal, regulatory, and compliance requirements
  • Updates, improvements, or modifications to our technology and services
  • Feedback received from customers, partners, and other stakeholders

11.2 Notification of Changes

  • Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this Privacy Policy
  • Sending email notifications to registered customers where appropriate
  • Posting notices or announcements on our website
  • Providing at least thirty (30) days’ notice before material changes take effect

11.3 Continued Use

Continued use of our website and services following any updates to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms. If you do not agree with the changes, please contact us to discuss available options.

12. Contact Information

12.1 Privacy Inquiries

  • Email: export@vhglobalexport.com
  • Subject: Please include “Privacy Inquiry” in the subject line
  • Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours

12.2 Data Protection Officer

  • Email: export@vhglobalexport.com
  • Mailing Address: Data Protection Officer, Parejiya, Alkapuri 1 Plot No 15, Raiya Road, Near Hanuman Madhi, Rajkot-360007, Gujarat, India

12.3 Supervisory Authority

If you are located in the EU or EEA and have concerns regarding our data processing practices, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority.

12.4 General Contact

  • Business Inquiries: export@vhglobalexport.com
  • Phone: +91 94290 68693
  • Business Hours: Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM (IST)

Effective Date

This Privacy Policy is effective from January 1, 2026 and supersedes all previous versions. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.

India (HQ)

Parejiya, Alkapuri 1 Plot No 15, Raiya Road, Near Hanuman Madhi, Rajkot-360007, Gujarat, India

+91 94 29 068 693
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