Website Privacy Policy
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information when you visit our Site:
A. Personal Information (provided by you voluntarily)
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Company name
- Job title or role
- Any additional information submitted via contact forms, newsletter subscriptions, or service inquiries
B. Automatically Collected Information
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referring URL
- Pages viewed and time spent on the Site
- Click stream data and device information
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Cookie Policy)
How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- To provide and maintain our website and services
- To respond to inquiries and provide customer support
- To send newsletters, updates, or marketing communications (if you have opted in)
- To analyze site usage and improve our services, content, and user experience
- To maintain security, prevent fraud, and ensure legal compliance
Legal Basis for Processing (for EU/EEA Users)
We process your personal data under one or more of the following legal bases:
- Your consent
- Performance of a contract with you
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Our legitimate interests, such as improving our services and communicating with users
Sharing and Disclosure of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your information with:
- Trusted third-party service providers (e.g., web hosting, analytics, CRM, email delivery)
- Legal authorities or regulators if required by law
- Business partners, only with your prior consent
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Right to access your personal data
- Right to rectify incorrect or incomplete data
- Right to erase your data ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to restrict or object to processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to withdraw consent at any time
- Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and understand user preferences. For detailed information, please review our Cookie Policy.
International Data Transfers
If you are located outside of India, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in India or other countries. We take appropriate steps to ensure adequate protection for such data transfers in accordance with applicable law.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services not operated by IME. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or security of those external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before interacting with them.
Children's Privacy
Our Site is not intended for use by children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can delete it.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Effective Date" at the top of this page will reflect the date of the latest revisions. We encourage you to review this page periodically for any changes.
Our Cookie Policy
Integrated Maritime Exchange (IME) uses cookies and similar technologies to ensure our website functions properly, enhance your experience, and analyze site usage. Cookies help us remember user preferences, support secure access, and improve content. We use both first-party and third-party cookies (e.g., for analytics and embedded tools) to better understand visitor behavior.
By using our site, you consent to the use of cookies as described. You may manage or disable cookies through your browser settings or our cookie preference tool. Please note that doing so may affect site functionality. This policy is reviewed and updated periodically to reflect changes in technology and regulations.
Contact Information
Website Terms of Use
Our Website Terms of Use
At Integrated Maritime Exchange (IME) we welcome you to our website located at https://www.theimehub.com (the "Site"). By accessing or using this Site, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Use and all applicable laws. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use the Site.
Modifications to These Terms
IME reserves the right to update, modify, or revise these Terms of Use at any time, without prior notice. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this page. Continued use of the Site following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.
Permitted Use of the Website
You may use the Site for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:
- Violate any applicable law or regulation
- Attempt unauthorized access to any part of the Site or associated systems
- Transmit any harmful code, malware, or engage in disruptive activities
- Misrepresent your identity or affiliation with any person or organization
Intellectual Property Rights
All content on this Site—including but not limited to text, images, logos, graphics, icons, audio, video, software, and code—is the property of IME or its licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may view and use this content for personal, non-commercial purposes only. Any reproduction, distribution, or modification requires prior written consent from IME.
Disclaimer of Warranties
The Site and all its content are provided "as is" and "as available." IME makes no warranties—express or implied—regarding the Site, including its accuracy, reliability, or uninterrupted functionality. We do not warrant that the Site is error-free or free of viruses or other harmful components.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, IME shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages—including loss of profits, data, or goodwill—arising from your use or inability to use the Site.
User Submissions and Feedback
Any feedback, suggestions, or materials submitted via the Site shall be deemed non-confidential and non-proprietary. By submitting such content, you grant IME a worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, and display such content for business purposes.
Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless IME and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses—including legal fees—arising from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms of Use.
Termination of Access
IME reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to suspend or terminate your access to all or part of the Site at any time, with or without notice, for any reason including breach of these Terms of Use.