OffshoreUp LLC (“OffshoreUp,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and disclose your personal information through our websites, www.OffshoreUp.com, & www.smm.offshoreup.com and all its associated subdomains (collectively, our “Service”). By accessing or using our Service, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms of this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Service.


1. Data Controller & Scope

For the purposes of applicable data protection laws—including those in the European Union (“EU Data Protection Laws”)—OffshoreUp LLC is the data controller responsible for the processing of your personal data. If you wish to contact our Data Protection Officer, please email info@OffshoreUp.com with “DPO” in the subject line.

This Privacy Policy applies both to personal data we collect directly from you and to information collected via third parties when you interact with our Service. For details on the processing of data collected through customer websites that use our services, please refer to Section 10 (“Customer Data”).


2. Information We Collect and Its Purpose

We collect information from several sources to provide and continually improve our Service. The categories of personal data we collect include:

  • Directly Provided Information:
    When you register for our Service, subscribe to our mailing list, apply for employment, or otherwise communicate with us, you may provide personal data such as your name, email address, phone number, location, payment details, employment history (e.g., resume), and any other information you choose to provide. We also collect records of communications between you and OffshoreUp.

  • Information from Third-Party Sites:
    If you access our Service via a third-party site (for example, by logging in through LinkedIn or another authentication service), we may receive personal information (such as your name, email address, or work history) from that service. The scope of the information received depends on the third party’s policies and your privacy settings. We encourage you to review those policies before connecting your account.

  • Other Sources:
    We may combine data received from third-party information providers, mergers, or acquisitions with information already collected from you. In such instances, this Privacy Policy continues to govern the combined data.

We use the collected information to:

  • Operate, maintain, and enhance our Service;
  • Personalize your experience;
  • Process transactions and applications;
  • Communicate important updates, including account verification and security notifications;
  • Improve our customer service and support; and
  • Administer contests, promotions, surveys, or other site features.

Your information is also used to provide targeted content and advertising (see Section 5).


3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We and our trusted third-party partners automatically collect certain usage data when you access our Service. This information is gathered using various tracking technologies—including cookies, Flash objects/LSOs, web beacons, embedded scripts, and location-identifying technologies—and may include:

  • Device and software details (e.g., IP address, browser type, operating system, and unique device identifiers);
  • Usage data (e.g., pages visited, links clicked, time stamps, and navigation paths);
  • Mobile-specific data (e.g., UDID, IDFA, Google AdID, carrier information, and, where permitted, precise or approximate location data).

This data is used to:

  • Enhance your user experience by remembering your preferences;
  • Deliver personalized content and advertising;
  • Recognize and engage with you across multiple devices;
  • Monitor and improve the effectiveness of our Service; and
  • Diagnose and resolve technical issues.

Most browsers allow you to control cookie settings; however, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our Service. For further details, please consult your browser’s help documentation.


4. Legal Basis for Processing (EU Residents)

For individuals located in the EU, the processing of your personal data is based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

  • Contractual Necessity: Processing is necessary for the performance of a contract you have with us.
  • Legal Obligation: Processing is required to comply with applicable laws.
  • Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate interests (including business administration, fraud prevention, and service improvement), provided these interests are not overridden by your rights and freedoms.
  • Consent: Where applicable, we will process your data based on your freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous consent. You have the right to withdraw such consent at any time.

5. Third-Party Tracking and Online Advertising

We employ third-party services and advertising networks to deliver interest-based advertising and to analyze user interactions. This includes:

  • Interest-Based Advertising:
    We and our partners may collect information about your browsing habits to serve you relevant ads. This data is typically collected via cookies or similar technologies. To learn more or opt-out, please visit the Network Advertising Initiative (http://www.networkadvertising.org/choices) or the Digital Advertising Alliance (www.aboutads.info/choices).

  • Social Media Widgets & Advertising:
    Our Service may feature social media plugins (e.g., Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter) that can collect data about your visit. These companies’ data practices are governed by their respective privacy policies.

  • Cross-Device Linking:
    We, along with third-party partners, may link your devices using shared identifiers (such as email addresses or user IDs) to provide consistent advertising across platforms. Opt-out options may be available through specific device settings or online resources.

  • Google Analytics & Advertising:
    We use Google Analytics to analyze your interactions with our Service and to tailor content and advertisements. Information shared with Google may include a unique user identifier. For more details, please see Google’s Privacy Policy (http://www.google.com/policies/privacy/partners) and opt-out information (https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout).


6. Sharing and Disclosure of Your Information

OffshoreUp LLC may share your personal data under the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers and Vendors:
    We may disclose your information to third-party vendors who assist with our business operations (e.g., payment processing, hosting, data analytics, and customer support). These vendors are contractually obligated to maintain confidentiality and to use your data only as instructed by OffshoreUp.

  • Public User Content:
    Any feedback or content you voluntarily publish on our Service (such as comments on blogs or social media posts) may be visible to the public.

  • Business Transactions:
    In the event of a merger, sale, reorganization, financing, change of control, or acquisition of part or all of our business, your data may be disclosed as necessary. In such instances, OffshoreUp will endeavor to ensure that the acquiring entity is bound by confidentiality and data protection obligations.

  • Legal and Regulatory Requirements:
    We may disclose your information if required by law or if we believe in good faith that such disclosure is necessary to (a) comply with legal obligations, (b) protect the security or integrity of our Service, or (c) protect the rights, property, or safety of OffshoreUp, our users, or others.

  • Aggregated Data:
    Data that has been anonymized or aggregated may be shared without further notice, as it does not identify you personally.


7. Control Over Your Information

Managing Your Profile and Data:
You may update your account information or adjust your data-sharing preferences by contacting us at info@OffshoreUp.com. Please note that certain aspects of our Service may require the continued provision of specific information.

Communication Preferences:
To opt out of promotional communications, click the “unsubscribe” link included in such emails or contact our Support Desk at info@OffshoreUp.com. Please note that you may still receive essential service-related messages (e.g., account verification or technical notices).

Modifying or Deleting Your Information:
If you wish to review, modify, or delete your personal data, please contact us at info@OffshoreUp.com. While we will accommodate your request where feasible, certain information may be retained as required by law or for business administration purposes. In addition, OffshoreUp does not control Customer Data provided by our clients and can only modify or delete such data at the request of the customer or as permitted under our customer agreements (see Section 10).


8. Data Storage, Security, and Transfer

Data Storage and Jurisdiction:
Your personal information may be stored and processed in secure facilities located in the United States (Illinois) or other jurisdictions where OffshoreUp or its trusted service providers maintain operations. When processing data from EU, Swiss, or EEA residents, we ensure that your personal data is afforded an adequate level of protection in accordance with applicable laws.

Security Measures:
We employ a combination of physical, administrative, and technological safeguards—including Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption—to protect your data during transmission and storage. While we take reasonable steps to secure your information, no system can be guaranteed to be completely secure. In the event of a security breach, we will take prompt steps to investigate, notify affected individuals where legally required, and remediate the issue.


9. Customer Data & Third-Party Agreements

For information collected from customer websites utilizing OffshoreUp’s services (“Customer Data”), please note that:

  • OffshoreUp’s responsibilities with respect to Customer Data are defined in separate customer agreements.
  • Each customer remains solely responsible for the privacy, security, and legal compliance of the Customer Data they collect and process through the Service.
  • This Privacy Policy does not govern the handling of Customer Data unless expressly stated in the applicable customer agreement.

10. Rights for EU and Swiss Residents

If you are located in the EU or Switzerland, you have certain rights regarding your personal data, including:

  • Right of Access: Obtain a copy of your personal data.
  • Right to Rectification: Correct inaccuracies or complete incomplete data.
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data under certain conditions.
  • Right to Restriction: Request limitations on our processing of your data.
  • Right to Portability: Request transfer of your data to another organization.
  • Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below. You also have the right to file a complaint with your local data protection authority. For more details, please visit:
http://ec.europa.eu/justice/data-protection/bodies/authorities/index_en.htm


11. Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under this age. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected data from a child under 13, we will promptly delete such information. If you believe we may have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately at info@OffshoreUp.com.


12. Links to Third-Party Websites

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, or online services that are not operated by OffshoreUp. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies and terms of use of any third-party sites you visit.


13. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: info@OffshoreUp.com

For inquiries related to EU Data Protection Laws or to reach our Data Protection Officer, please include “DPO” in your email subject line.


14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

OffshoreUp LLC reserves the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy from time to time in response to changes in our business practices, legal requirements, or technology. We will post any material changes on this page and update the “Last Updated” date. Continued use of our Service following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the changes, you should discontinue using our Service immediately.


Disclaimer:
While we implement robust security measures and work with reputable third-party service providers, OffshoreUp LLC shall not be held liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from unauthorized access to or use of your personal data, except as expressly provided by applicable law.