Information We Collect
Depending on how you use the website, we may receive information that you voluntarily provide to us or information generated through your interaction with our online services.
Information you provide
- Name and professional details.
- Email address and contact information.
- Company or organisation information.
- Information submitted through enquiry, application or contact forms.
- Information required to respond to a specific maritime service request.
Technical information
Our website infrastructure may automatically receive limited technical information such as IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, referring page and general website activity.
How We Use Information
Information may be used where reasonably necessary to operate our website, respond to enquiries and provide requested services.
- Responding to enquiries and requests.
- Processing applications or service requests submitted through the website.
- Communicating about relevant services, documentation or operational matters.
- Maintaining and improving website functionality and security.
- Preventing abuse, fraud, spam or unauthorised activity.
- Meeting applicable legal, regulatory or contractual requirements.
Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect information against unauthorised access, misuse, alteration, disclosure or destruction.
However, no internet transmission, website, server or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Data Retention
Information may be retained for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected, maintain business records, resolve disputes, meet contractual requirements or comply with applicable law.
Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information and the nature of the relevant service or relationship.
Third-Party Services & Links
The BFOA Global website may contain links to external websites, maritime authorities, organisations, portals or third-party services.
External websites operate under their own privacy policies and terms. BFOA Global is not responsible for the privacy practices, content or security of independent third-party websites.
Your Rights & Choices
Depending on applicable law and your circumstances, you may have rights relating to personal information held about you.
These may include requesting access to, correction of, or deletion of certain information, or raising an enquiry about how information is handled.
Requests may be subject to identity verification and applicable legal requirements.
Children & Minors
The public website is primarily intended for maritime professionals, businesses, applicants, seafarers and other users requiring maritime services or information.
We do not knowingly request unnecessary personal information from children.
Changes to This Policy
BFOA Global may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in services, technology, legal requirements or business practices.
The latest version published on this page will apply to future use of the website, subject to applicable law.
Contact Regarding Privacy
If you have a privacy-related question, request or concern regarding information submitted through the BFOA Global website, please contact us.