This Privacy Policy describes how A1 Oil Brokers (“we,” “us,” or “our”), operated by James Thornton, collects, uses, and protects the personal information you provide when using our website at a1oilbrokers.com or when communicating with us by any means, including SMS text messaging.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you voluntarily provide to us, including:
- Full name and company name
- Email address
- Phone number (including mobile number if provided for SMS communications)
- Your role (buyer, seller, trader, etc.)
- Product interests and enquiry details
- Any other information included in your message to us
We do not collect payment information, and we do not use cookies for tracking or advertising purposes.
2. SMS / Text Message Communications
By providing your mobile phone number and opting in to SMS communications from A1 Oil Brokers, you consent to receive text messages from us. Message frequency will vary based on your enquiry and our ongoing communications. Message and data rates may apply. You can opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message. For help, reply HELP or email james@a1oilbrokers.com.
SMS messages from A1 Oil Brokers may include:
- Responses to your enquiries submitted via our contact form
- Follow-up communications regarding deal discussions or proposals
- Market updates and relevant oil and fuel product information (only where you have opted in)
- Outreach regarding buying or selling opportunities relevant to your stated interests
Mobile number opt-in data and consent are never shared with third parties for their marketing purposes.
To opt in to SMS communications, visit our SMS opt-in page at a1oilbrokers.com/sms.html or provide your mobile number via our contact form and indicate your consent to receive text messages.
To opt out at any time, reply STOP to any SMS message you receive from us. You will receive one confirmation message and no further texts will be sent. To re-subscribe, reply START.
For help or support regarding SMS, reply HELP to any message or contact us at james@a1oilbrokers.com.
3. How We Use Your Information
Information you provide is used solely to:
- Respond to your enquiries and facilitate oil and fuel product transactions
- Communicate with you by email or SMS regarding your stated requirements
- Maintain a record of our correspondence for legitimate business purposes
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
4. Data Storage and Security
Enquiry data submitted via our contact form is stored in a secured CSV file on our web server, protected from public access. Email communications are stored within our private business email system. We take reasonable technical measures to protect your data from unauthorized access.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required for legitimate business record-keeping. You may request deletion of your personal data at any time by contacting us at james@a1oilbrokers.com.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal data
- Opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP
- Withdraw consent to email communications at any time
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at james@a1oilbrokers.com.
7. Third-Party Services
Our website uses Google Fonts for typography, loaded from Google's servers. No personal data is transmitted to Google through this service beyond standard browser requests. We do not use third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking services.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The effective date at the top of this page will reflect the most recent revision. Continued use of our website or SMS communications following any update constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
9. Contact
For any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information:
James Thornton
A1 Oil Brokers
james@a1oilbrokers.com
a1oilbrokers.com