1. Introduction
Welcome to unipeo.cn ("Website"). This Privacy Policy explains how YangJiang Unitedpeople Plastic & Hardware Co., Ltd. ("Company," "we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, stores, discloses, and protects your personal information when you visit our Website, communicate with us, request information, or use our services.
As a B2B cross-border e-commerce business serving customers globally, including users in the European Union (EU), the United States, and Asia, we are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable data protection laws, including:
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the CPRA
- Personal Information Protection Law of the People's Republic of China (PIPL)
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully before using our Website.
2. Data Controller
YangJiang Unitedpeople Plastic & Hardware Co., Ltd.
Email: info@unipeo.cn
Website: unipeo.cn
For privacy-related inquiries, requests, or complaints, please contact us using the information above.
3. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal information:
Information You Provide Directly
When you submit an inquiry, request a quotation, contact us, or complete forms on the Website, we may collect:
- Full name
- Email address
- Company name
- Job title (if provided)
- Phone number (if provided)
- Country or region (if provided)
- Message content and form submissions
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our Website, we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Operating system
- Referral URLs
- Pages visited
- Date and time of visits
- Website usage data
- Cookie identifiers
Analytics Information
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors interact with our Website. GA4 may collect information such as:
- Device identifiers
- Usage statistics
- Approximate geographic location
- Session information
- Browser and device characteristics
4. How We Use Your Information
We use personal information for the following purposes:
- Responding to inquiries and requests
- Providing quotations and business information
- Managing customer and supplier relationships
- Operating and improving our Website
- Analyzing Website performance and usage
- Detecting fraud, abuse, and security threats
- Maintaining Website functionality
- Complying with legal obligations
- Protecting our legal rights and interests
We will only process personal information where we have a lawful basis to do so.
5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
For users located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:
Consent
Where you voluntarily submit information or accept non-essential cookies.
Legitimate Interests
To operate, secure, and improve our Website and business operations.
Contractual Necessity
To respond to business inquiries, provide requested services, or negotiate commercial agreements.
Legal Obligations
To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, security, and user experience.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies — Required for Website functionality and security.
Analytics Cookies — Used through Google Analytics 4 to understand Website usage and improve performance.
Security Cookies — Used by Cloudflare to protect the Website against malicious traffic and security threats.
Managing Cookies
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect Website functionality.
Where required by law, we will obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.
7. Third-Party Services
We use trusted third-party providers to support our operations.
Google Analytics 4
Used for Website analytics and performance measurement. Google may process information according to its own privacy practices.
Cloudflare
Cloudflare provides content delivery, performance optimization, and security services. Cloudflare may process IP addresses and security-related information to protect our Website.
Payload CMS
Payload CMS is used to manage Website content and may process information necessary for Website administration and operation.
8. Sharing of Personal Information
We do not sell personal information.
We may share personal information with:
- Service providers supporting Website operations
- Analytics providers
- Security providers
- Professional advisors
- Government authorities when legally required
- Business partners when necessary to fulfill a request
All third parties are expected to protect personal information and process it only for authorized purposes.
9. International Data Transfers
As a global business, personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence.
Where required by applicable law, we implement appropriate safeguards for international transfers, including:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- Contractual protections
- Security measures consistent with applicable laws
10. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:
- Fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy
- Maintain business records
- Resolve disputes
- Comply with legal obligations
- Enforce agreements
When information is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymized where appropriate.
11. Your Rights (GDPR)
If you are located in the EU or EEA, you may have the right to:
Right of Access
Request access to personal data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
Right to Erasure
Request deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances.
Right to Restrict Processing
Request limitations on how we process your information.
Right to Data Portability
Receive your data in a portable format.
Right to Object
Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
Right to Withdraw Consent
Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.
Right to Lodge a Complaint
File a complaint with a relevant supervisory authority.
12. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)
If you are a California resident, you may have the right to:
- Know what personal information we collect
- Access personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete personal information
- Limit certain uses of sensitive personal information where applicable
- Receive equal service regardless of exercising privacy rights
Sale or Sharing of Personal Information
We do not sell personal information.
We do not knowingly sell or share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.
Exercising Your Rights
California residents may submit privacy requests by contacting: info@unipeo.cn
We may verify your identity before fulfilling requests.
13. Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL) Notice for China Users
Personal Information Processing Principles
For users located in China, we process personal information according to the requirements of the Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL).
We adhere to principles of: legality, legitimacy, necessity, good faith, transparency, and data minimization.
Types of Personal Information Processed
- Name
- Email address
- Company information
- IP address
- Inquiry content
- Website usage information
- Cookie-related information
Purpose of Processing
- Responding to inquiries
- Business communication
- Website operation and maintenance
- Security protection
- Analytics and optimization
- Compliance with legal obligations
Cross-Border Transfer
As a global Website, personal information may be transferred outside China.
Where required, we will implement necessary measures under PIPL, including appropriate contractual arrangements and security safeguards.
Rights Under PIPL
Requests may be submitted to: info@unipeo.cn
- Know and decide how personal information is processed
- Access personal information
- Copy personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Supplement incomplete information
- Delete personal information
- Restrict or refuse processing in certain circumstances
- Withdraw consent where applicable
- Request explanations regarding processing activities
14. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures designed to protect personal information against:
- Unauthorized access
- Disclosure
- Alteration
- Loss
- Destruction
However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
15. Children's Privacy
Our Website is intended for business users and is not directed to individuals under the age of 18.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If we become aware that a child has provided personal information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
16. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.
Continued use of the Website after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
17. Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact:
YangJiang Unitedpeople Plastic & Hardware Co., Ltd.
Email: info@unipeo.cn
Website: unipeo.cn