Privacy Policy
Your privacy matters to us. Learn how Gulf Orbit collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our manpower services.
Data Protection Commitment
- GDPR & PDPL Compliant
Compliant with both EU GDPR and Saudi PDPL regulations
- Secure Data Storage
Advanced encryption and security protocols
- Transparent Practices
Clear information on how your data is used
- User Control
Access, modify or delete your personal data
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
At Gulf Orbit Contracting Company ("Gulf Orbit," "we," "us," or "our"), we are committed to protecting your privacy and the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us in any way.
As a leading manpower solutions provider in Saudi Arabia, we understand the importance of maintaining the confidentiality of personal information, especially in the context of employment and workforce management. This policy is designed to help you understand our practices regarding your personal data in compliance with both Saudi Arabian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and international standards.
By accessing or using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you provide directly to us, including but not limited to:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, postal address, phone number
- Professional Information: Employment history, educational background, professional qualifications, certifications, skills
- Identification Information: National ID numbers, passport details, visa information, and other government-issued identification (as required by Saudi labor laws)
- Demographic Information: Date of birth, nationality, gender
- Account Information: Username, password, account preferences
- Business Information: Company name, business type, job title, department
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website or use our online services, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, access times
- Location Data: General location information based on IP address
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies
How We Use Your Information
Manpower Services
To provide our core manpower services, including recruitment, placement, workforce management, and compliance with Saudi labor regulations.
Account Management
To create and manage your account, process payments, and provide customer support for our services.
Communication
To communicate with you about our services, respond to inquiries, and provide important updates and notifications.
Service Improvement
To improve our website, services, and user experience through analysis of usage patterns and feedback.
We may also use your information for:
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations, particularly Saudi labor laws and data protection regulations
- Marketing: To send promotional communications about our services, special offers, and events (with your consent where required)
- Security: To protect our services, users, and business interests, and to detect and prevent fraud and abuse
- Analytics: To understand how users interact with our website and services to improve functionality and user experience
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your personal information with the following categories of recipients:
Service Providers
We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:
- IT and cloud service providers
- Payment processors
- Customer relationship management systems
- Background check and verification services
- Marketing and communication platforms
All service providers are contractually obligated to use your personal information only for the purposes of providing services to us and in compliance with applicable data protection laws.
Business Clients
As a manpower solutions provider, we may share relevant personal information with our business clients who are seeking workforce solutions. This sharing is essential to our core services and is done in accordance with Saudi labor laws and regulations.
Government Authorities
We may disclose your information to government authorities, regulatory bodies, or other third parties:
- To comply with legal obligations, such as Saudi labor laws, visa requirements, and other regulatory requirements
- To respond to lawful requests by public authorities, including national security or law enforcement requirements
- To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, or that of our users or others
Business Transfers
If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email and/or a prominent notice on our website of any change in ownership or uses of your personal information.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties for their own marketing purposes.
Data Security
Our Security Measures
Encryption
We use industry-standard encryption to protect data transmission and storage.
Access Controls
Strict access controls limit who can access your personal information within our organization.
Secure Infrastructure
Our systems are hosted in secure data centers with physical and environmental safeguards.
Regular Audits
We conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments of our systems.
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, accidental loss, alteration, or disclosure. While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
In the event of a data breach that may compromise your personal information, we will notify you and the relevant authorities as required by applicable law.
Your Rights and Choices
Access and Information
You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to receive information about how we use it.
Correction
You have the right to request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information we hold about you.
Deletion
In certain circumstances, you have the right to request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal obligations that may require us to retain some data.
Restriction
You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances.
Data Portability
You have the right to request a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
Objection
You have the right to object to the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances, particularly for marketing purposes.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the contact information provided at the end of this Privacy Policy. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law.
Please note that we may need to verify your identity before processing your request, and in some cases, we may need to keep certain information for legal or administrative purposes.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities on our website. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us improve your experience by:
- Remembering your preferences and settings
- Understanding how you use our website
- Enhancing site security and functionality
- Providing personalized content and recommendations
- Analyzing website performance and traffic
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems.
- Performance Cookies: These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site.
- Functional Cookies: These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization.
- Targeting Cookies: These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests.
Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. However, if you limit the ability of websites to set cookies, you may impact your overall user experience. To find out more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been set and how to manage and delete them, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, services, or applicable laws and regulations. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy and take appropriate measures to inform you, consistent with the significance of the changes we make.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. Your continued use of our services after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
How to Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact our Data Protection Officer:
By Mail
Data Protection Officer
Gulf Orbit Contracting Company
Taybah, 34271
Dammam, Saudi Arabia
We will respond to your inquiry as soon as possible and within the timeframe required by applicable law.
Common Privacy Questions
Find answers to common questions about our privacy practices and how we handle your personal information.
Still Have Questions?
Our team is here to help you understand how we handle your personal information and address any privacy concerns you may have.
